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VinFast VF 8 vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 252 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 46,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Kia Sorento?

VinFast VF 8 vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • a bit cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sorento

  • noticeably lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

VF 8

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.

VinFast VF 8 is a bit cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 46,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,315 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 416 km more than the Kia Sorento.

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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 noticeably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 156 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 Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers visibly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

VF 8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is noticeably lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more boot space – 705 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 329 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries noticeably more – 685 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 170 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 holds a decisive overall lead 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
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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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The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
46,900 - 60,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 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
55 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,900 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Kia
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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