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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or VinFast VF 8?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • substantially cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Vito Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Transporter is substantially cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,780 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Vito Transporter is marginally more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 474 km, about 3 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

VF 8

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is visibly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Transporter tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 60 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers moderately more torque with 620 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

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 Vito Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 539 kg.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Vito Transporter offers significantly more capacity – up to 6,600 L, about 5,227 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries considerably more – 884 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 369 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
VinFast VF 8

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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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 Vito Transporter
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

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