Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Plus vs Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW
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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 Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…), which starts at .
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €54890 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €53980 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 438 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 447 km | 507 km |
| Range (GCC) | 380 km | 432 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 87 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.1 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.33 km/kWh | 4.97 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has more power, the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 290 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 389 hp |
| Motor Torque | 620 Nm | 600 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 5.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…), but the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 87 kWh e-4ORCE AWD 290 kW (2023-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 87 kWh AWD 290 kW |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2520 kg | 2259 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.8 |
