Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 8 Plus vs Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) has a starting price of €54890, while the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | Japan, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €54890 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 330 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 447 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 380 km | 314 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 90 kWh | 66 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 87.7 kWh | 63 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.1 kWh/100 km | 20.1 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.33 km/kWh | 4.98 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) maxes out at 130 kW.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 130 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.6 | 4.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | EESM (front), EESM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 620 Nm | 560 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.5 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.5 | 5.2 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4750 mm | 4595 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2221 mm | 2172 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1934 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1667 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) features a larger trunk, but the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…), but the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Nissan Ariya 63 kWh e-4ORCE AWD (2021-…).
| Property | VinFast VF 8 Plus | Nissan Ariya 63 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2520 kg | 2090 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 376 l | 408 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1280 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.3 | 6.8 |
