Chevrolet Traverse vs VinFast VF8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 VinFast VF8
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | ECO |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,800 (best) | $46,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 73 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 256 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 12 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19.4 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 328 hp | 349 hp (best) |
| Torque | 326 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 97.6 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 5,000 lbs (best) | 3,968 lbs |
| Payload | — | 992 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,504 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.8 in | 6.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (best) | 116.1 in |
| Length | 204.5 in (best) | 187 in |
| Width | 79.6 in (best) | — |
| Height | 69.6 in (best) | 65.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TraverseLT | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Traverse | VinFast VF8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $40,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ECO $46,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LT $42,800 MSRP | PLUS $51,800 MSRP |
| 3 | Z71 $48,900 MSRP | — |
| 4 | High Country $55,100 MSRP | — |
| 5 | High Country $57,100 MSRP | — |
| 6 | RS $55,400 MSRP | — |
| 7 | RS $57,400 MSRP | — |