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Mercedes CLE Coupe vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (313 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes CLE Coupe vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes CLE Coupe

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  • moderately lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • a bit 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

CLE Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VinFast VF 8 is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Mercedes CLE Coupe costs 59,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,210 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 358 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.

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 clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 95 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers somewhat more torque with 620 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 70 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: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is moderately lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 280 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more boot space – 376 L compared to 290 L. That’s a difference of about 86 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries noticeably more – 515 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 110 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 holds a decisive overall lead 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 CLE Coupe
VinFast VF 8

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Mercedes CLE Coupe

The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.

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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 CLE Coupe
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
113 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
49 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,175 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
290 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,861 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
405 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
313 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
550 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
230 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
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