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Skoda Octavia Limousine vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (25,000 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Skoda Octavia Limousine or VinFast VF 8?

Skoda Octavia Limousine vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

Skoda Octavia Limousine

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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VinFast VF 8

  • considerably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Octavia Limousine

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Skoda Octavia Limousine is considerably cheaper – starting at 25,000 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,585 £.

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 204 HP. That’s roughly 204 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Skoda Octavia Limousine takes 6.6 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers significantly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.

Octavia Limousine

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Skoda Octavia Limousine is significantly lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,104 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Skoda Octavia Limousine offers clearly more boot space – 600 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 224 L.

When it comes to payload, the Skoda Octavia Limousine carries very slightly more – 545 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 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
Skoda Octavia Limousine
VinFast VF 8

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Skoda Octavia Limousine

The Skoda Octavia Limousine blends space and sensible charm into a calm, grown-up package that feels smarter than its modest badge suggests. Practical, comfortable and quietly clever, it's the sort of car that makes everyday driving feel noticeably less mundane and keeps both your wallet and patience intact.

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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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Skoda Octavia Limousine
VinFast VF 8

Costs and Consumption

Price
25,000 - 39,000 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
co2
111 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,537 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
600 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
-
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,829 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
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Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
503 - 545 kg
Payload
450 - 515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 204 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 - 10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
220 - 360 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Skoda
Brand
VinFast
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