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VinFast VF 8 vs Lucid Air comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 1,251 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 72,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Lucid Air?

VinFast VF 8 vs Lucid Air: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • clearly cheaper
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Lucid Air

4.6 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • clearly 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.

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Lucid Air costs 72,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,295 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Lucid Air is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Lucid Air offers substantially more range – reaching up to 882 km, about 411 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

Air

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Lucid Air offers significantly more power – delivering 1,251 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 843 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lucid Air is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 3.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lucid Air is markedly faster – reaching 330 km/h, while the VinFast VF 8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 130 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lucid Air delivers substantially more torque with 1,940 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 1,320 Nm more.

VF 8

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, Lucid Air is somewhat lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lucid Air offers clearly more boot space – 627 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 251 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lucid Air carries slightly more – 588 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lucid Air is decisively ahead 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 £72,900
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Lucid Air

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 442 - 1,251 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 694 - 882 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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Lucid Air

The Lucid Air feels like a hand-built electric limousine from the future, wrapping whisper-quiet performance and luxury in a sleek, aerodynamic shell. For buyers who want cutting-edge tech, sumptuous comfort and a quietly confident status symbol, it’s a compelling choice that makes EV ownership feel genuinely premium without shouting about it.

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Jorge
1 Aug 2026, 19:02:25

The review contains an error: the price of the Lucid Air being evaluated corresponds to a version that accelerates from 0–100 km/h in around 4.7 seconds, which is slower than the MG Cyberster. The sub-2-second acceleration figures refer to the Lucid Air Sapphire, which is the most expensive version with a much higher price.

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Pascal Michel
2 Jun 2026, 05:52:39

As accomplished, better underlying electrical drivetrain and 400k cheaper

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VinFast VF 8
Lucid Air

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
72,900 - 214,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 19.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
694 - 882 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,420 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
627 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,975 - 5,005 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,936 - 1,990 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,409 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
430 - 588 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
442 - 1,251 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2 - 4.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 - 330 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
550 - 1,940 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
325 - 920 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Lucid
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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