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Mercedes Citan vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (22,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Citan or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes Citan vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • substantially lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Citan

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Citan is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,119 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 191 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

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 considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 277 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 Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is marginally faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers considerably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Citan is substantially lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 899 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers markedly more boot space – 551 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,287 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries clearly more – 644 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is clearly superior 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
Mercedes Citan
VinFast VF 8

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Mercedes Citan

The Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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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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Mercedes Citan
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 - 167 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
485 - 644 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
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