Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Plus vs Audi e-tron 55 quattro
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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 Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) for as low as €25390, while the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2023-2024) was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2024 | 2019-2022 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €25390 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2023-2024).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 307 km | 357 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | 441 km |
| Range (GCC) | 316 km | 349 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 86 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 82 kWh | 86.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 25.9 kWh/100 km | 24.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.85 km/kWh | 4.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.4 | 4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2023-2024) 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 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 155 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.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2023-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 620 Nm | 664 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) has a longer body, while the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2023-2024) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4901 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2192 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1935 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1616 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2928 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron 55 quattro (2019-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Audi e-tron 55 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2600 kg | 2565 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 660 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1725 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | 50 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 7.7 |
