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Mazda 3 Hatchback vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (186 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda 3 Hatchback or VinFast VF 8?

Mazda 3 Hatchback vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mazda 3 Hatchback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

3 Hatchback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,542 £.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 186 HP. That’s roughly 222 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda 3 Hatchback takes 8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers significantly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.

3 Hatchback

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda 3 Hatchback is substantially lighter – 1,417 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,038 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers only slightly more boot space – 376 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 25 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 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
Mazda 3 Hatchback
VinFast VF 8

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Dimensions and Body

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Mazda 3 Hatchback

The Mazda 3 hatchback blends elegant design with a surprisingly sporty drive, giving a cabin that feels more upscale than you’d expect for the segment. Practical enough for everyday life yet eager to entertain behind the wheel, it’s a smart, good-humored choice that makes even grocery runs feel like a mini escape.

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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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Mazda 3 Hatchback
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 36,000 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
126 - 146 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,417 - 1,529 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
351 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,795 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
487 - 502 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
140 - 186 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
238 - 240 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
103 - 137 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VinFast
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