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VinFast VF 8 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

VinFast VF 8 vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

VF 8

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VinFast VF 8 is significantly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 192,438 £.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 438 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster.

Supercar Series Roadster

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers a bit more torque with 720 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 100 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.

Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is substantially lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 895 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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 McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 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
33 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
VinFast
Brand
McLaren
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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