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Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (190 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (41,400 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Sprinter Bus or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes Sprinter Bus vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes Sprinter Bus

  • only slightly cheaper
  • marginally lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • significantly more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Sprinter Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Sprinter Bus is only slightly cheaper – starting at 41,400 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 179 £.

VF 8

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 VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 218 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is visibly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus tops out at 159 km/h. The difference is around 41 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers noticeably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

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: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Sprinter Bus is marginally lighter – 2,356 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 99 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries clearly more – 1,144 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 629 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead 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 Sprinter Bus
VinFast VF 8

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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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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 Sprinter Bus
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
244 - 322 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
71 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manual, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VinFast
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