Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 5.3 s Runner-up: 5.5 s
Range winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 490 km Runner-up: 471 km
Power winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 402 hp Runner-up: 384 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV9 Long Range AWD 828 L Runner-up: 376 L
Price winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range $51,000 Runner-up: $57,200

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD against the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 5.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed output at 402 hp; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is rated at 384 hp, a difference of 18 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range at 620 Nm and 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD at 600 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD carries the longer listed range at 490 km, against 471 km for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the lower recorded consumption at 18.6 kWh/100km; 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is listed at 19.2 kWh/100km. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 258 kW, compared with 110 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 828 litres versus 376 litres, a difference of 452 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 2,500 kg. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is 260 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $51,000, compared with $57,200 for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV9 Long Range AWD2026 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range2024
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s5.5 s
Top Speed185 km/h200 km/h
Power384 hp402 hp
Torque600 Nm620 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range490 km471 km
Battery99.8 kWh87.7 kWh
Efficiency19.2 kWh/100km18.6 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging258 kW110 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,010 mm4,750 mm
Ground Clearance178 mm190 mm
Cargo828 L376 L
Curb Weight2,614 kg2,355 kg
Towing2,500 kg2,500 kg
Seats75
Turning Circle12.4 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$57,200$51,000

Kia EV9 Long Range AWD vs VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 5.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 185 km/h (115 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has more power at 402 hp, a 18 hp advantage over 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the longer listed range at 490 km (304 miles), versus 471 km (293 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has the larger listed battery at 99.8 kWh, compared with 87.7 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 828 litres (29.2 cu ft), versus 376 litres (13.3 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 2,500 kg (5,512 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,614 kg (5,763 lb), while 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is listed at 2,355 kg (5,192 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $51,000 USD, compared with $57,200 USD for 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD or the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range?

2026 Kia EV9 Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.