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smart #3 vs VinFast VF 8 comparison

Compare performance (428 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (34,700 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #3 or VinFast VF 8?

smart #3 vs VinFast VF 8: Key differences

smart #3

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter

VinFast VF 8

  • only slightly more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

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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.

smart #3 is slightly cheaper – starting at 34,700 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the smart #3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 16.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 5.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 16 km more than the smart #3.

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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 smart #3 offers barely more power – delivering 428 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #3 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers barely more torque with 620 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 36 Nm more.

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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, smart #3 is visibly lighter – 1,780 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 675 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers only slightly more boot space – 376 L compared to 370 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VinFast VF 8 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,373 L, about 213 L more than the smart #3.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries moderately more – 515 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The smart #3 is clearly superior 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 £34,700
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smart #3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 428 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 325 - 455 km
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Ronny
16 Oct 2025, 13:10:59

Handsome design, packed with advanced driver‑assist technology and stellar performance — all at an attractive price. Highly recommended, this car!

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
34,700 - 45,800 £
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 - 17.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
325 - 455 km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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
1,780 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Trunk capacity
370 L
Trunk capacity
376 L
Length
4,400 mm
Length
4,750 mm
Width
1,844 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Height
1,556 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,160 L
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Payload
419 - 450 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
272 - 428 HP
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
343 - 584 Nm
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
200 - 315 kW
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
smart
Brand
VinFast
What drivetrain options does the smart #3 have?

The smart #3 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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