VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range vs Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+

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EQA 250+

2026 · Electric Suv

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 5.5 s Runner-up: 8.6 s
Range winner Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ 528 km Runner-up: 471 km
Power winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 402 hp Runner-up: 190 hp
Cargo winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 376 L Runner-up: 340 L
Price winner Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ $50,600 Runner-up: $51,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range against the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+. 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

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 8.6 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed output at 402 hp; 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is rated at 190 hp, a difference of 212 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range at 620 Nm and 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ at 385 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 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ carries the longer listed range at 528 km, against 471 km for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower recorded consumption at 15.7 kWh/100km; 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is listed at 18.6 kWh/100km. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 110 kW, compared with 100 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

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 376 litres versus 340 litres, a difference of 36 litres. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is listed at 750 kg. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is 287 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

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower listed starting price at $50,600, compared with $51,000 for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 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 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range2024 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+2026
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 s8.6 s
Top Speed200 km/h160 km/h
Power402 hp190 hp
Torque620 Nm385 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range471 km528 km
Battery87.7 kWh70.5 kWh
Efficiency18.6 kWh/100km15.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging110 kW100 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,750 mm4,463 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm168 mm
Cargo376 L340 L
Curb Weight2,355 kg2,040 kg
Towing2,500 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$51,000$50,600

VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range vs Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 8.6 seconds for 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has more power at 402 hp, a 212 hp advantage over 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+.

Which has more range, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the longer listed range at 528 km (328 miles), versus 471 km (293 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the larger listed battery at 87.7 kWh, compared with 70.5 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has more listed cargo space at 376 litres (13.3 cu ft), versus 340 litres (12.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is heavier at 2,355 kg (5,192 lb), while 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ is listed at 2,040 kg (4,497 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+ has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $50,600 USD, compared with $51,000 USD for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2026 Mercedes-Benz EQA 250+?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 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.