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VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes Marco Polo comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 57,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Mercedes Marco Polo?

VinFast VF 8 vs Mercedes Marco Polo: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • noticeably cheaper
  • considerably more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes Marco Polo

  • only slightly lighter
  • substantially 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.

VinFast VF 8 is noticeably cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the Mercedes Marco Polo costs 57,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,923 £.

Marco Polo

Engine and Performance:

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 VinFast VF 8 offers considerably more power – delivering 408 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 171 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Mercedes Marco Polo takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly faster – reaching 220 km/h, while the VinFast VF 8 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers somewhat more torque with 620 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

VF 8

Space and Everyday Use:

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 4.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Marco Polo is only slightly lighter – 2,450 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 5 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers substantially more boot space – 670 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 294 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Mercedes Marco Polo offers clearly more capacity – up to 4,630 L, about 3,257 L more than the VinFast VF 8.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Marco Polo carries visibly more – 650 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 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
VinFast VF 8
Mercedes Marco Polo

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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 Marco Polo

The Mercedes Marco Polo is a posh, travel-ready camper that blends van practicality with Mercedes comfort, turning long trips into glamping adventures rather than endurance tests. Clever interior packaging and sensible luxury make it a top pick for buyers who want the prestige of a star on the grille without losing everyday usefulness.

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VinFast VF 8
Mercedes Marco Polo

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
57,500 - 82,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.4 - 8.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
194 - 218 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
2,450 - 2,545 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
670 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
5,140 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,975 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
4,630 L
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
555 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
163 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
188 - 220 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
380 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
120 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General

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