Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Volkswagen ID.5 GTX
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has a starting price of €48990, compared to the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…), which starts at €56455.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €48990 | €56455 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €37740 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 471 km | 533 km |
| Range (GCC) | 400 km | 453 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 77 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.9 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.56 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) maxes out at 150 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 | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 6.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) has more power, the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 260 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 349 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 500 Nm | 679 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 5.4 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.1 | 5.3 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4599 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2108 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) 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 (2024-…), but the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.5 GTX (2023-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Eco | Volkswagen ID.5 GTX |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2455 kg | 2242 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 549 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.7 |
