Global EV Comparison: VinFast VF 9 Plus vs Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) has a starting price of €98490, compared to the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…), which starts at €124545.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Vietnam | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €98490 | €124545 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €99990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 468 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 580 km | 673 km |
| Range (GCC) | 469 km | 553 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 128 kWh | 125 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 123 kWh | 118 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 26.2 kWh/100 km | 21.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.81 km/kWh | 4.69 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) maxes out at 160 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 160 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.1 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 330 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 443 hp |
| Motor Torque | 620 Nm | 828 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 9 Plus (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5119 mm | 5125 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2244 mm | 2157 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2070 mm | 1959 mm |
| Height | 1696 mm | 1718 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3149 mm | 3210 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (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 9 Plus (2024-…), but the Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1800 kg).
| Property | VinFast VF 9 Plus | Mercedes EQS SUV 500 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 6, 7 | 5, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2968 kg | 2840 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 212 l | 645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 926 l | 2100 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 75 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8 | 8.4 |
