Global EV Comparison: Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD vs VinFast VF 8 Plus
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a starting price of €54890, while the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €54890 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 330 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 447 km |
| Range (GCC) | 314 km | 380 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 66 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 63 kWh | 87.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km | 23.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.98 km/kWh | 4.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 4.9 |
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 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.6 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | EESM (front), EESM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 560 Nm | 620 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.5 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.2 | 5.5 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4595 mm | 4750 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2172 mm | 2221 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1934 mm |
| Height | 1660 mm | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2775 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) 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 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) 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 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD | VinFast VF 8 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2090 kg | 2520 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 408 l | 376 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1280 l | 1373 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
