VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 5.5 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Range winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 476 km Runner-up: 471 km
Power winner VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range 402 hp Runner-up: 252 hp
Cargo winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range 452 L Runner-up: 376 L
Price winner Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range $49,900 Runner-up: $51,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range against the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor 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

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.5 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed output at 402 hp; 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is rated at 252 hp, a difference of 150 hp. The torque figures follow 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range at 620 Nm and 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range at 420 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

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range carries the longer listed range at 476 km, against 471 km for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded consumption at 14.5 kWh/100km; 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is listed at 18.6 kWh/100km. 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 200 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

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 452 litres versus 376 litres, a difference of 76 litres. 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is 310 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 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $49,900, compared with $51,000 for 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range. 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor 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 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 s7.3 s
Top Speed200 km/h180 km/h
Power402 hp252 hp
Torque620 Nm420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range471 km476 km
Battery87.7 kWh69 kWh
Efficiency18.6 kWh/100km14.5 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging110 kW200 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,750 mm4,440 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm176 mm
Cargo376 L452 L
Curb Weight2,355 kg2,000 kg
Towing2,500 kg—
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m10.8 m
Starting MSRP$51,000$49,900

VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range vs Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.5 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has more power at 402 hp, a 150 hp advantage over 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has more range, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the longer listed range at 476 km (296 miles), versus 471 km (293 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range has the larger listed battery at 87.7 kWh, compared with 69.0 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has more listed cargo space at 452 litres (16.0 cu ft), versus 376 litres (13.3 cu ft).

Which is heavier, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range is heavier at 2,355 kg (5,192 lb), while 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range is listed at 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 VinFast VF 8 Plus Extended Range or the 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $49,900 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 2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Volvo EX40 Single Motor 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.