VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended vs Li Auto L7 Max

2025 Li Auto L7 Max studio car image
Li Auto

L7 Max

2025 · Phev Suv

Comparison winners

5 metrics
0-100 winner Li Auto L7 Max 5.3 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Range winner VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended 531 km Runner-up: 175 km
Power winner Li Auto L7 Max 449 hp Runner-up: 402 hp
Cargo winner VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended 610 L Runner-up: 606 L
Price winner Li Auto L7 Max $58,000 Runner-up: $69,000

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended against the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max. 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 plug-in hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Li Auto L7 Max has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended. 2025 Li Auto L7 Max has the higher listed output at 449 hp; 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is rated at 402 hp, a difference of 47 hp. Both specifications list 620 Nm of torque. 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

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended carries the longer listed range at 531 km, against 175 km for 2025 Li Auto L7 Max. 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 9 Plus Extended provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 610 litres versus 606 litres, a difference of 4 litres. 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended carries the higher towing rating at 2,500 kg, while 2025 Li Auto L7 Max is listed at 2,000 kg. 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is 70 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 Li Auto L7 Max has the lower listed starting price at $58,000, compared with $69,000 for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended. The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. 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 9 Plus Extended2024 Li Auto L7 Max2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s5.3 s
Top Speed200 km/h180 km/h
Power402 hp449 hp
Torque620 Nm620 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range531 km175 km
Battery123 kWh52.3 kWh
Fuel Tank65 L
Efficiency23.2 kWh/100km7.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km169 g/km
DC Charging230 kW
Size & Capacity
Length5,120 mm5,050 mm
Ground Clearance190 mm160 mm
Cargo610 L606 L
Curb Weight2,816 kg2,460 kg
Towing2,500 kg2,000 kg
Seats76
Turning Circle13.0 m12.4 m
Starting MSRP$69,000$58,000

VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended vs Li Auto L7 Max questions answered

Which is faster, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2025 Li Auto L7 Max is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended 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 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2025 Li Auto L7 Max has more power at 449 hp, a 47 hp advantage over 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended.

Which has more range, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the longer listed range at 531 km (330 miles), versus 175 km (109 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the larger listed battery at 123.0 kWh, compared with 52.3 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has more listed cargo space at 610 litres (21.5 cu ft), versus 606 litres (21.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), compared with 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended is heavier at 2,816 kg (6,208 lb), while 2025 Li Auto L7 Max is listed at 2,460 kg (5,423 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

2025 Li Auto L7 Max has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $58,000 USD, compared with $69,000 USD for 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2024 VinFast VF 9 Plus Extended or the 2025 Li Auto L7 Max?

The measured categories split evenly, so the better choice depends on which attributes matter most. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.