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VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes EQB comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 292 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 45,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Mercedes EQB?

VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes EQB: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • slightly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes EQB

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  • substantially more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • moderately lighter
  • visibly 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.

VinFast VF 8 is slightly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Mercedes EQB costs 45,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,307 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQB is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 6.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQB offers slightly more range – reaching up to 535 km, about 64 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

EQB

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 clearly more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes EQB takes 6.2 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VinFast VF 8 is somewhat faster – reaching 200 km/h, while the Mercedes EQB tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers a bit more torque with 620 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.

VF 8

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQB is moderately lighter – 2,105 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 350 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQB offers visibly more boot space – 495 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 119 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQB offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,710 L, about 337 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries somewhat more – 515 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 holds a narrow overall lead 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
VinFast VF 8
Mercedes EQB

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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 EQB

The Mercedes EQB is an electric compact SUV that dresses Mercedes' premium feel in practical clothing, with flexible seating and a serene, composed ride that turns everyday errands into a small luxury. It won't thrill the enthusiast, but for buyers who want a smart, spacious and well-made EV with tasteful tech and real-world usability, the EQB is a sensible, slightly buttoned-up choice that impresses without shouting.

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VinFast VF 8
Mercedes EQB

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
45,900 - 58,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.2 - 17.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
468 - 535 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
70.5 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
2,105 - 2,170 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
495 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
4,684 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,834 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,654 - 1,689 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
1,710 L
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
435 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
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
190 - 292 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.2 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
160 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
385 - 520 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
140 - 215 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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