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VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes Citan comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 22,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Mercedes Citan?

VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes Citan: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Citan

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably 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.

Mercedes Citan is considerably cheaper – starting at 22,400 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,119 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes Citan is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 2.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 191 km more than the Mercedes Citan.

Citan

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 substantially more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 277 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes Citan takes 13 s. That’s about 7.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is only slightly faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes Citan tops out at 183 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers substantially more torque with 620 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 350 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, Mercedes Citan is considerably lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 899 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Citan offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 175 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Citan offers considerably more capacity – up to 3,660 L, about 2,287 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Citan carries noticeably more – 644 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 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 £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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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 Mercedes Citan is a clever urban van that dresses sensible practicality in a surprisingly premium suit, making light work of deliveries and family duties without feeling like a workhorse. With a calm, car-like driving feel, clever interior packaging and the Mercedes badge up front, it’s a smart pick for buyers who want function with a touch of luxury and a wink of personality.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
22,400 - 30,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.3 - 20.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
265 - 280 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
45 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
0 - 551 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,811 - 1,830 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
1,979 - 3,660 L
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
485 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
13 - 15.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
132 - 183 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E, A
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

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

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