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VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 354 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 39,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Mercedes CLA Coupe?

VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes CLA Coupe: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • a bit more power
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Mercedes CLA Coupe

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
  • very slightly 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.

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 CLA Coupe is very slightly cheaper – starting at 39,600 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,926 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is considerably more efficient: consuming 12.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 9.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers significantly more range – reaching up to 792 km, about 321 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

CLA Coupe

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 VinFast VF 8 offers a bit more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 354 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes CLA Coupe is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers moderately more torque with 620 Nm compared to 515 Nm. That’s about 105 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 CLA Coupe is clearly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 760 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLA Coupe offers very slightly more boot space – 405 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries somewhat more – 515 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes CLA Coupe stands well ahead of its rival 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 £39,600
CLA Coupe

Mercedes CLA Coupe

  • Engine Type Electric, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 156 - 354 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 542 - 792 km
VinFast VF 8
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Mercedes CLA Coupe

The Mercedes CLA Coupe cuts a rakish silhouette that blends sporty coupe lines with everyday practicality, giving style-minded buyers a premium image without shouting. Inside it feels more luxurious than its size suggests, with a slick cabin, intuitive tech and a composed ride — the kind of car that parties in the city and still shows up polished on Sunday morning.

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VinFast VF 8
Mercedes CLA Coupe

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
39,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
12.3 - 12.7 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
542 - 792 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,135 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
430 - 455 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
156 - 354 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 8.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
280 - 515 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
115 - 260 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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