Compare performance (196 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or VinFast VF 8?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Vauxhall Astra is clearly cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,285 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 6.6 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers barely more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 17 km more than the Vauxhall Astra.
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 VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 212 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra is significantly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,017 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra offers slightly more boot space – 422 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.
When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries barely more – 515 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The VinFast VF 8 is barely 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.
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsThe 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 454 km
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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
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
-
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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
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,026
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Model Year
2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
VinFast
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