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Mercedes GLS vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (634 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (191,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLS or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes GLS vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes GLS

  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
  • very slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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 often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Mercedes GLS costs 191,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 149,698 £.

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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 Mercedes GLS offers markedly more power – delivering 634 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLS is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes GLS delivers visibly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

GLS

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: Mercedes GLS offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VinFast VF 8 is very slightly lighter – 2,455 kg compared to 2,700 kg. The difference is around 245 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers only slightly more boot space – 376 L compared to 355 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes GLS carries visibly more – 695 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is decisively ahead 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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The GLS — usually just called the GLS — is Mercedes' flagship SUV, wrapping limousine-like comfort and commanding road presence into a smart, family-ready package. It pampers occupants with a hushed cabin, premium materials and intuitive tech, while still managing to feel confident and a little indulgent on the daily commute.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
191,300 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
13.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
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
302 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
7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,700 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
355 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
695 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol 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
634 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
466 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
Is the Mercedes GLS offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes GLS is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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