Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Eco vs BMW iX xDrive40
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) for as low as €43800, while the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2021-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €43800 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has a larger battery, the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 333 km | 349 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 425 km |
| Range (GCC) | 337 km | 343 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 86 kWh | 76.6 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82 kWh | 74.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 24.3 kWh/100 km | 21.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.11 km/kWh | 4.63 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.9 | 4.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) maxes out at 148 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 148 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has more power, the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 240 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 322 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 630 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.5 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4953 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1967 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024), but the BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX xDrive40 (2021-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | BMW iX xDrive40 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2540 kg | 2440 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 8.3 |
