Global EV Comparison: Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh vs VinFast VF 8 Eco
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €48000, compared to the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…), which starts at €48990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan, China | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €48000 | €48990 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 463 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 515 km | 471 km |
| Range (GCC) | 444 km | 400 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 73.1 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69 kWh | 87.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.43 km/kWh | 4.56 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 5.5 |
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 | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| 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 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 252 kW | 260 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 338 hp | 349 hp |
| Motor Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.4 | 5.1 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1934 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…), but the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Toyota bZ4X (bZ) AWD 73 kWh | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2120 kg | 2455 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 376 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 7.3 |
