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VinFast VF 8 vs Renault Trafic Transporter comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 170 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 38,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Renault Trafic Transporter?

VinFast VF 8 vs Renault Trafic Transporter: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

  • clearly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Renault Trafic Transporter

  • marginally cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
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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.

Renault Trafic Transporter is marginally cheaper – starting at 38,100 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,465 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Renault Trafic Transporter is very slightly more efficient: consuming 21.2 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VinFast VF 8 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 471 km, about 153 km more than the Renault Trafic Transporter.

Trafic Transporter

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 170 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VinFast VF 8 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.5 s, while the Renault Trafic Transporter takes 10.8 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VinFast VF 8 delivers visibly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 240 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: Renault Trafic Transporter offers more seats – 6 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Trafic Transporter is visibly lighter – 1,848 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 607 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Trafic Transporter carries substantially more – 1,222 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 707 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VinFast VF 8 is clearly superior 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 £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
Renault Trafic Transporter

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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Renault Trafic Transporter

The Renault Trafic is a practical, workhorse transporter that hides thoughtful cabin comfort behind a tough, utilitarian exterior, so you can tackle a busy week without sacrificing sanity. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want reliability and clever flexibility rather than flash, with just enough character to make daily hauling feel less like a chore.

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VinFast VF 8
Renault Trafic Transporter

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
38,100 - 43,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 22.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
240 - 318 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 6
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,848 - 2,075 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,956 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
899 - 1,222 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
122 - 170 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 - 13.6 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
245 - 380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
90 - 125 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, G
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Renault
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