Video Summary
The VinFast VF8 is a model Y-sized electric crossover.The starting price of this SUV is in the mid $40,000 and the ‘plus’ trim being above $50,000.
Its exterior has similar shades to the Mach-E.
There are two trims: Eco and Plus, with the Plus having more horsepower.
The liftgate is a power open and close with a good amount of space, even housing room for a full-sized spare.
The interior design, while simple, has shades of Tesla.
Rear seats have good leg room and a huge glass sunroof.
A good feature is the 90W USB-C and 2 USB-A ports.
The charging port has a little more horsepower.
The key requires pushing buttons to unlock the door.
One downside of the Vegan Leather seat and interior is that it doesn’t feel great.
There’s also much plastic.
The driving dynamics are "quirky”.
There’s no display screen behind the steering wheel, though there is a heads-up display (HUD).
The infotainment has a Kindle Fire 2013 look, which seems dated.
The cameras are low frame rate.
Driver assist has a mind of its own and constantly beeps.
The accelerator pedal does not give instant power and has a programmed-in delay.
The steering is vague.
Given its many drawbacks, the Model Y and others are better cars.
