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Mercedes GLE vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (78,900 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes GLE vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes GLE

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  • noticeably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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

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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 GLE costs 78,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,350 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 367 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 Mercedes GLE offers noticeably more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLE delivers somewhat more torque with 750 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.

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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, Mercedes GLE is marginally lighter – 2,390 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 65 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers clearly more boot space – 655 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 279 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLE carries clearly more – 770 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 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
Mercedes GLE
VinFast VF 8

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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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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 GLE
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
78,900 - 115,800 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
3.2 - 10.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
91 - 104 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
72 - 241 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,390 - 2,815 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
485 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
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Length
4,750 mm
Width
2,010 - 2,018 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
495 - 770 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
309 - 585 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
560 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
227 - 430 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
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