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VinFast VF 8 vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (408 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (41,600 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VinFast VF 8 or Tesla Model 3?

VinFast VF 8 vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

VinFast VF 8

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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (8 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • a bit more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • noticeably more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly 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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Tesla Model 3 is visibly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the VinFast VF 8 costs 41,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,857 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 21.9 kWh/100km for the VinFast VF 8. That’s a difference of about 8.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 279 km more than the VinFast VF 8.

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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 Tesla Model 3 offers a bit more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 52 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers barely more torque with 660 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

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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, Tesla Model 3 is visibly lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 633 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers visibly more boot space – 594 L compared to 376 L. That’s a difference of about 218 L.

When it comes to payload, the VinFast VF 8 carries markedly more – 515 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 182 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 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.

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Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
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Trex
13 May 2026, 14:34:19

Excellent traction, relatively low energy consumption, driver-assist systems that are in a class of their own. On top of that, a very responsive steering system.

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18 Nov 2025, 08:47:05

I wanted to give 0 stars but you can't — unfortunately, it sucks.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
457 - 471 km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
376 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4,750 mm
Length
-
Width
1,934 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,667 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 515 kg
Payload
302 - 333 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 408 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VinFast
Brand
Tesla
Is the VinFast VF 8 offered with different drivetrains?

The VinFast VF 8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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