VinFast

VinFast VF 8

Price $53,600 – $60,700
Fuel consumption N/A
The Car Guide rating 64%(view ratings)
Vietnamese automaker VinFast finally delivered its first VF 8 electric crossovers to Canadian customers last year. Designed in Italy by Pininfarina, this midsize model features an 87.7kWh battery and generates either 349 horsepower or 402 horsepower depending on the model. Fit and finish fails to impress based on early reviews, while some of the electronic systems could use better programming. On the plus side, the company offers a generous 10-year/200,000 km limited vehicle warranty.

VinFast VF 8

Pricing
MSRP CA$53,600
Fees CA$2,300
Gas guzzler tax CA$0
Monthly payments CA$1,009/month
Powertrain
Combined power 349 hp
Combined torque 369 lb·ft
Engine Electric (front, center)
Power 174 hp @ 6,000 rpm (130 kW)
Torque 185 lb·ft (251 N·m)
Engine Electric (rear, center)
Power 174 hp @ 6,000 rpm (130 kW)
Torque 185 lb·ft (251 N·m)
Transmission Single-speed
Drivetrain AWD
Hybrid / Electric
Battery type Lithium-ion (Li-ion)
Energy 87.7 kWh
Voltage 403 V
Charging times
  • 120V: N/A
  • 240V: 12.0 h
  • 400V: 0.5 h
Cooling N/A
Drivetrain structure N/A
Vehicle type / Category
Vehicle type SUV
Category Compact SUV, Electric SUV
Assembly Hai Phong, VN
Generation 1
Fuel efficiency / Autonomy
City 26.4 kWh/100km
Highway 29.5 kWh/100km
Combined 27.8 kWh/100km
Electric autonomy 425 km
CO₂ emissions 0 g/km
Equipment
Sunroof not available
Heated front seats standard
Heated rear seats not available
Heated steering wheel standard
Ventilated front seats not available
Head-up display standard
Surround-view camera standard
Smart key standard
Blindspot detection standard
Forward collision warning standard
Autonomous emergency braking standard
Lane departure warning standard
Adaptive cruise control standard
GPS standard
Infotainment
Front USB ports standard
Rear USB ports standard
Apple CarPlay compatible standard
Android Auto compatible standard
Bluetooth audio standard
Wi-Fi hotspot standard
Wireless phone charging standard
Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires
Steering rack and pinion, electric assistance
Front suspension independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension independent, torsion bars
Front brakes Disc (ABS)
Rear brakes Disc (ABS)
Front tires P225/55R19
Rear tires P225/55R19
Safety
Seat belts 5
Dimensions / Weight
Length 4,750 mm (187″)
Width 1,934 mm (76″)
Height 1,667 mm (66″)
Wheelbase 2,950 mm (116″)
Weight 2,455 kg (5,412 lb)
Capacities
Passengers 5
Trunk between 374 l and 1,371 l
Towing capacity 1,814 kg (3,999 lb, with trailer with brakes)
Performance
0-100 km/h 5.9 s (manufacturer)
80-120 km/h 4.5 s (estimated)
Top speed 200 km/h (124 mph) (manufacturer)
Braking distance 42 m
Warranty
Base warranty 10 years/200,000 km
Powertrain warranty 10 years/unlimited
The Car Guide rating
Fuel economy 5/10
Reliability N/A
Safety N/A
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 6/10
Overall 6/10
Average 64%(view ratings)