Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC vs VinFast VF 9 Plus
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General Info
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €98490. The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €97770 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2023 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €98490 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €97770 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 468 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 616 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 492 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 128 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.4 kWh | 123 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22 kWh/100 km | 26.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.54 km/kWh | 3.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) maxes out at 160 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 330 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 443 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 828 Nm | 620 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.2 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5125 mm | 5119 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2157 mm | 2244 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1959 mm | 2070 mm |
| Height | 1718 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3210 mm | 3149 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2022-2023) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2805 kg | 2968 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 645 l | 212 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2100 l | 926 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 75 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 8 |
