VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024)

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2024 -

Price USA (new) Manufacturer's suggested base price: $51,800

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Technical Specifications of VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024)

General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2024 -

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place.: No Data

Current Status Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made): Produced

Body Style Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback): SUV

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA): No Data

Range WLTP Range according to WLTP ratings. TEL: car in its lightest configuration. TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.: TEL

TEH

278 mi No Data

Efficiency Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.: kWh/100 mi

Wh/mi

37.2 kWh 372 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.: Nominal

Usable

90 kWh 87.7 kWh

Max Charging Power Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC): AC

DC

11 kW 150 kW

Charge Port The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.: CCS Type 1

Performance

Drive Type Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s): AWD

Engine Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.: Power

Torque

300 kW (402 hp) 457 lb-ft

0-60 mph Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe): 5.3 s

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (maximum speed): 124 mph

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00 mph

Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 187 in

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

87.4 in 76.1 in

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 65.6 in

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 116.1 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 5555 lb

Cargo Volume Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up). Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded). Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.: Trunk

Max

Frunk

13.3 ft3 48 ft3 2.7 ft3

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: 3968.3 lb

Last Updated:

May 09, 2024

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Charging VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024)

Slow (AC)

Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

NEMA 5-15

Output:

1.8 kW

120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

32 h 29 min

NEMA 5-20

Output:

2.4 kW

120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

24 h 22 min

NEMA 6-20

Output:

4.8 kW

240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

12 h 11 min

NEMA 14-30

Output:

7.2 kW

240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

08 h 07 min

NEMA 14-50

Output:

12 kW

240 V, 50 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

05 h 19 min

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Output:

12 kW

240 V, 50 A, 1-phase

20-80%:

05 h 19 min

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (11 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

CCS DC 50 kW

Output:

50 kW

20-80%:

01 h 14 min

CCS DC 100 kW

Output:

100 kW

20-80%:

00 h 39 min

CCS DC 150 kW

Output:

150 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

CCS DC 200 kW

Output:

200 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

CCS DC 250 kW

Output:

250 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

CCS DC 350 kW

Output:

350 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

Supercharger V2 Split 75 kW

Output:

75 kW

20-80%:

00 h 50 min

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles

Supercharger V2 150 kW

Output:

150 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles

Supercharger V3 250 kW

Output:

250 kW

20-80%:

00 h 26 min

Not all Superchargers support non-Tesla vehicles The car’s DC charging capability is limited to 150 kW

Last Updated:

May 09, 2024

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About VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024)

The VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is an all-electric all-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2023. Brand new, the car starts around $51,800.

The VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has a 90 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 214 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 41 kWh per 100 miles (or 410 Wh/mile) — ranked №360 out of 586 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 5.3 seconds (placing it at №218 among 618 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 124 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 300 kW (402 hp) and a torque of 457 lb-ft.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

The How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range? of the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) is 212–260 miles (ranked №301 out of 618 electric vehicles) — depending on several factors, including:

Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

Plan your trips using the EV Navigation interactive map.

What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

In the USA VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) has a CCS Type 1 charge port.

You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 11 kW, which translates to approximately 27 miles of range added per hour of charging.
For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 150 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using Green Cars Compare Charging Calculator.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

The size and weight specifications for VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) are as follows:

Length: 187 in
Width: 87.4 in (including side mirrors) or 76.1 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 65.6 in
Wheelbase: 116.1 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 5555 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here's a breakdown of the VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) cargo space:

Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 13.3 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked №425 out of 618 electric vehicles).
Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 48 cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked №278 out of 618 electric vehicles).
Frunk capacity: The front trunk is called a "frunk", and it offers an additional 2.7 cubic feet for storing small items.

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The VinFast VF 8 Plus (2024) is officially rated to tow 3968.3 lbs. This applies to trailers equipped with brakes.