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Maxus Euniq 5 vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (177 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (46,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maxus Euniq 5 or VinFast VF 8?

Maxus Euniq 5 vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Maxus Euniq 5

  • noticeably lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • somewhat cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Euniq 5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VinFast VF 8 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Maxus Euniq 5 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,837 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VinFast VF 8 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 21.9 kWh/100km compared to 22.6 kWh/100km for the Maxus Euniq 5. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 111 km more than the Maxus Euniq 5.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 177 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Maxus Euniq 5 tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 310 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Maxus Euniq 5 offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Maxus Euniq 5 is noticeably lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 645 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more boot space – 376 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 376 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maxus Euniq 5 carries marginally more – 541 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,600
VF 8

VinFast VF 8

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 353 - 408 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 457 - 471 km
Maxus Euniq 5
VinFast VF 8

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Maxus Euniq 5

The Maxus Euniq 5 is a no-nonsense electric people carrier that pairs a cavernous interior with an unexpectedly polished cabin, so family duty feels a little less like a chore. It won’t set your pulse racing, but for buyers after fuss-free electric propulsion, flexible seating and clever everyday practicality, it’s a genuinely sensible and likeable choice.

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VinFast VF 8

The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.

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Maxus Euniq 5
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
22.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
360 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
MPV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,810 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,825 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,800 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
541 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
177 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
310 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
130 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Maxus
Brand
VinFast
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