Compare performance (102 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or VinFast VF 8?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Renault Express is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,437 £.
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 substantially more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 306 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 33 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers clearly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 380 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is clearly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,159 kg.
For maximum load capacity, the Renault Express offers significantly more capacity – up to 3,300 L, about 1,927 L more than the VinFast VF 8.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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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
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 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
121 - 149 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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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
1,296 - 1,390 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
4,393 mm
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
1,811 mm
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manual
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual 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
75 - 102 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
200 - 240 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
55 - 75 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2021
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Renault
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Brand
VinFast
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