USA EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has a starting price of $46000, compared to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…), which starts at $46000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $46000 | $46000 |
| Price USA (Used) | $27999 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (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 | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 288 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 293 mi | 320 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 249 mi | 276 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 73.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 69 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 35.2 kWh/100 mi | 25 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.84 mi/kWh | 4 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 8.1 |
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 | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 252 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 338 hp |
| Motor Torque | 369 lb-ft | 249 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7 s | 4.8 s |
| Top Speed | 124 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.1 | 4.4 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 187 in | 184.6 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 87.4 in | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 76.1 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 65.6 in | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in | 112.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…), but the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (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 | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5412 lb | 4376 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 13.3 ft3 | 27.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 48 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.7 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3968.3 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.9 |
