VinFast VF 6 Plus vs BMW X1 sDrive18i

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus studio car image
VinFast

VF 6 Plus

2025 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner VinFast VF 6 Plus 8.5 s Runner-up: 8.9 s
Power winner VinFast VF 6 Plus 204 hp Runner-up: 156 hp
Cargo winner BMW X1 sDrive18i 540 L Runner-up: 422 L
Price winner VinFast VF 6 Plus $35,000 Runner-up: $39,600

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus against the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 8.5 seconds, compared with 8.9 seconds for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the higher listed output at 204 hp; 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is rated at 156 hp, a difference of 48 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus at 310 Nm and 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i at 240 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

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 540 litres versus 422 litres, a difference of 118 litres. 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is 262 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

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the lower listed starting price at $35,000, compared with $39,600 for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus 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.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification VinFast VF 6 Plus2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i2025
Performance
0-100 km/h8.5 s8.9 s
Top Speed175 km/h207 km/h
Power204 hp156 hp
Torque310 Nm240 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range381 km
Battery59.6 kWh
Fuel Tank54 L
Efficiency15.6 kWh/100km7.1 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km161 g/km
DC Charging80 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,238 mm4,500 mm
Ground Clearance180 mm168 mm
Cargo422 L540 L
Curb Weight1,640 kg1,545 kg
Towing1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.4 m11.3 m
Starting MSRP$35,000$39,600

VinFast VF 6 Plus vs BMW X1 sDrive18i questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 8.5 seconds, versus 8.9 seconds for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has the higher listed top speed at 207 km/h (129 mph), compared with 175 km/h (109 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has more power at 204 hp, a 48 hp advantage over 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i has more listed cargo space at 540 litres (19.1 cu ft), versus 422 litres (14.9 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus is heavier at 1,640 kg (3,616 lb), while 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i is listed at 1,545 kg (3,406 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $35,000 USD, compared with $39,600 USD for 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus or the 2025 BMW X1 sDrive18i?

2025 VinFast VF 6 Plus 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.