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VinFast VF 8 vs NIO ET7 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or NIO ET7?

VinFast VF 8 vs NIO ET7: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • significantly cheaper
  • marginally more trunk space
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NIO ET7

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly 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 NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,352 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET7 is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET7 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 584 km, about 113 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

ET7

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 NIO ET7 offers clearly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 245 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 200 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 230 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, NIO ET7 is very slightly lighter – 2,434 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 21 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers marginally more boot space – 376 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries marginally more – 515 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET7 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 £59,900
ET7

NIO ET7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 451 - 584 km
VinFast VF 8
NIO ET7

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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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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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VinFast VF 8
NIO ET7

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
363 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
5,101 mm
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
446 - 466 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VinFast
Brand
NIO
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