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Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (132 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (31,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-5 Coupe or VinFast VF 8?

Mazda MX-5 Coupe vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mazda MX-5 Coupe

  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-5 Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda MX-5 Coupe is noticeably cheaper – starting at 31,400 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,200 £.

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 significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 132 HP. That’s roughly 276 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mazda MX-5 Coupe takes 8.6 s. That’s about 3.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers considerably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 152 Nm. That’s about 468 Nm more.

MX-5 Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda MX-5 Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,114 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,341 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more boot space – 376 L compared to 127 L. That’s a difference of about 249 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries considerably more – 515 kg compared to 166 kg. That’s a difference of about 349 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 stands well ahead of its rival 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
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VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption
Price
31,400 - 36,700 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.2 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
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
140 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,114 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
127 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
166 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
132 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
152 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
97 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
VinFast
Is the Mazda MX-5 Coupe offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda MX-5 Coupe is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive.

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