Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Plus vs Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a starting price of €54890, compared to the Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…), which starts at €89550.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €54890 | €89550 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €66445 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 476 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 447 km | 600 km |
| Range (GCC) | 380 km | 467 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.1 kWh/100 km | 22.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.33 km/kWh | 4.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 6.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 170 kW, while the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) maxes out at 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 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 170 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 620 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) has a longer body, while the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4915 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2189 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1937 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1619 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro (2022-…) 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.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2520 kg | 2585 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 528 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1567 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | 62 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.5 |
