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Mercedes S Class vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (635 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S Class or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes S Class vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes S Class

  • noticeably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
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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:

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

VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Mercedes S Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 62,457 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 353 km more than the Mercedes S Class.

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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 S Class offers noticeably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 227 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S Class is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

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

S Class

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 S Class is somewhat lighter – 2,165 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S Class carries clearly more – 660 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 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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Mercedes S Class

The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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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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VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
50 - 252 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
-
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
420 - 660 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
Is the Mercedes S Class offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes S Class is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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