Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 7 Plus vs DS 8 AWD Long Range
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General Info
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €75000. Although the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Italy |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €75000 |
| GCC Score | 5.8 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 431 km | 686 km |
| Range (GCC) | 366 km | 583 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 79 kWh | 101 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75.3 kWh | 97.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.6 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.86 km/kWh | 6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 9.2 |
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 7 Plus (2024-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6 | 7.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 276 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 370 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 511 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) has a longer body, while the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4545 mm | 4834 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2167 mm | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1636 mm | 1574 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2840 mm | 2905 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The DS 8 AWD Long Range (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the VinFast VF 7 Plus (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | VinFast VF 7 Plus | DS 8 AWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2205 kg | 2289 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 620 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.2 | 6.7 |
