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VinFast VF 8 vs Ford Focus comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 27,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Ford Focus?

VinFast VF 8 vs Ford Focus: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • visibly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Focus

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • very slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Focus is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,500 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,048 £.

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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 visibly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 280 HP. That’s roughly 128 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Ford Focus takes 5.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Focus is a bit faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the VinFast VF 8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers noticeably more torque with 620 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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, Ford Focus is considerably lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,125 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Focus offers very slightly more boot space – 392 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VinFast VF 8 offers marginally more capacity – up to 1,373 L, about 19 L more than the Ford Focus.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Focus carries barely more – 560 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 has the upper hand 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.

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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
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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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Ford Focus

The Ford Focus remains a clever all‑rounder that balances sharp handling with everyday comfort, making it a strong choice whether your commute is city streets or country lanes. Its practical cabin and sensible running costs mean you’ll spend more time enjoying the drive and less time worrying about ownership, with a playful streak underfoot that keeps things interesting.

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Henk
28 Dec 2025, 23:33:18

Good handling and more than enough pulling power from the 1.5‑litre EcoBoost.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
27,500 - 42,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
117 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
52 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,529 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
392 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,382 - 4,397 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,825 - 1,844 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,438 - 1,482 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
1,354 L
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
495 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
115 - 280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.7 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
186 - 250 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
170 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
85 - 206 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 2,261 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, G
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Ford
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

The VinFast VF 8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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