USA EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh vs VinFast VF 8 Plus
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of $46000, compared to the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…), which starts at $51800.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $46000 | $51800 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $28720 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 288 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 320 mi | 278 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 276 mi | 236 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 87.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 25 kWh/100 mi | 37.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4 mi/kWh | 2.69 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has more power, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 252 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 338 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 249 lb-ft | 457 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.8 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in | 187 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 87.4 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 76.1 in |
| Height | 65 in | 65.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 116.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…), but the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3968.3 lb, whereas the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4376 lb | 5555 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 27.7 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 48 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.7 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 3968.3 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.3 |
