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?
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 £.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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co2
244 - 322 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Bus
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,993 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
814 - 1,144 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
114 - 190 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
300 - 450 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
84 - 140 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
VinFast
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