Compare performance (408 HP vs 750 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 274,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or McLaren Super Series Roadster?
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.
VinFast VF 8 is substantially cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 232,723 £.
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 McLaren Super Series Roadster offers clearly more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is significantly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,017 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more boot space – 376 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 318 L.
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.
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.
detailsThe McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers the kind of razor-sharp performance and open-air drama that makes every twisty road feel like a private racetrack. It wraps jaw-dropping pace, cutting-edge design and surprisingly everyday usability into one impossibly exotic package — ideal for buyers who crave supercar theatrics while still needing something they can use on a weekend away.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Price
274,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
276 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 kg
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Trunk capacity
58 L
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Length
4,750 mm
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Length
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Width
1,934 mm
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Width
2,161 mm
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Height
1,667 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Power HP
750 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Torque
800 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Power kW
552 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
VinFast
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Brand
McLaren
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