Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Lexus RZ 500e
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General Info
Although the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has a larger battery, the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 333 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 500 km |
| Range (GCC) | 337 km | 425 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 86 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82 kWh | 69.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.3 kWh/100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.11 km/kWh | 6.13 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 7.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 280 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 375 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 435 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4805 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1895 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) 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 8 Eco (2023-2024), but the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Lexus RZ 500e (2025-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Lexus RZ 500e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2540 kg | 2100 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 522 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1451 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.1 |
