Kia EV6 vs VinFast VF8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 VinFast VF8
Overview
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Light | ECO |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,900 (best) | $46,000 |
| Lowest listing price | $25,089 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $44,005 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $56,608 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 90 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 115 MPGe (best) | 73 MPGe |
| Electric range | 237 mi | 256 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 63 kWh (best) | — |
| 240V charge time | 6.2 hr (best) | 12 hr |
Performance
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 167 hp | 349 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft (best) |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 46.7 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,968 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 992 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,145 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 116.1 in (best) |
| Length | 184.8 in | 187 in (best) |
| Width | 74 in (best) | — |
| Height | 60.8 in | 65.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia EV6Light | 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 | 5 / 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 | Kia EV6 | VinFast VF8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Light $37,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ECO $46,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Light Long Range $41,200 MSRP | PLUS $51,800 MSRP |
| 3 | Light Long Range $45,200 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Wind $44,800 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Wind $48,800 MSRP | — |
| 6 | GT-Line $48,700 MSRP | — |
| 7 | GT-Line $53,000 MSRP | — |
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Kia EV6 vs VinFast VF8 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia EV6 vs 2025 VinFast VF8 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia EV6 starts lower at $37,900. Live Kia EV6 listings start at $25,089.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- The 2026 Kia EV6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,900).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- The 2026 Kia EV6 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (319).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- The 2025 VinFast VF8 leads on horsepower in this comparison (402).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia EV6 or 2025 VinFast VF8?
- The 2025 VinFast VF8 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,968).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Kia EV6 vs 2025 VinFast VF8?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia EV6 (5/5 NHTSA overall).