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Renault Mégane vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Mégane or VinFast VF 8?

Renault Mégane vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Renault Mégane

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  • moderately cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • substantially more power
  • marginally more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mégane

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Renault Mégane is moderately cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,505 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Mégane is clearly more efficient: consuming 15.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 6.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers marginally more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 19 km more than the Renault Mégane.

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 substantially more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 190 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 Renault Mégane takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Renault Mégane tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers considerably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

Mégane

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Mégane is clearly lighter – 1,719 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 736 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Mégane offers very slightly more boot space – 389 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VinFast VF 8 offers barely more capacity – up to 1,373 L, about 41 L more than the Renault Mégane.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries somewhat more – 515 kg compared to 446 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 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
Renault Mégane
VinFast VF 8

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Renault Mégane

The Renault Mégane blends Gallic flair with practical everyday charm, showing that sensible transport can still have personality and poise. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want a comfortable, stylish hatchback that feels a little more special than the usual commute companion.

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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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Renault Mégane
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 38,500 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
452 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,719 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
389 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,200 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,783 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,505 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,332 L
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
446 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
300 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Renault
Brand
VinFast
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