Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD
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General Info
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €48990. The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023) 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 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Mexico |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €48990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 502 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 471 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 400 km | 477 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 98.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km | 19.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.56 km/kWh | 5.24 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.6 | 7.4 |
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 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 258 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 346 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 580 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.1 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4713 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2097 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1881 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2984 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD (2022-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2455 kg | 2171 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 402 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1420 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | 81 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.6 |
