Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 GTX vs VinFast VF 8 Eco
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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 Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) for as low as €36800, 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 | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2025 | 2023-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Vietnam |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36800 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has a larger battery, the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 333 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 518 km | 420 km |
| Range (GCC) | 447 km | 337 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 86 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 24.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 4.11 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.6 | 3.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the VinFast VF 8 Eco (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 | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 175 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.7 | 6.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) has more power, the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 260 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 349 hp |
| Motor Torque | 679 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 5 |
Dimensions
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) is longer, wider, and taller.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4584 mm | 4750 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2221 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1934 mm |
| Height | 1631 mm | 1667 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2771 mm | 2950 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) 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 Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025) doesn’t have one.
The VinFast VF 8 Eco (2023-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4 GTX (2023-2025).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.4 GTX | VinFast VF 8 Eco |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2256 kg | 2540 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 543 l | 376 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1575 l | 1373 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 77 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
