Global EV Comparison: DS 8 AWD Long Range vs VinFast VF 9 Plus
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) has a starting price of €75000, compared to the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…), which starts at €98490.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €75000 | €98490 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 468 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 686 km | 580 km |
| Range (GCC) | 583 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 101 kWh | 128 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 97.2 kWh | 123 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 26.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 3.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.2 | 5.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 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 | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 200 kW | 160 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) has more power, the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 276 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 370 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 511 Nm | 620 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 6.7 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4834 mm | 5119 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm | 2244 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1920 mm | 2070 mm |
| Height | 1574 mm | 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2905 mm | 3149 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…), but the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...).
| Property | DS 8 AWD Long Range | VinFast VF 9 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2289 kg | 2968 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l | 212 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 926 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 75 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.7 | 8 |
