Tesla Model Y vs VinFast VF8
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 VinFast VF8
Overview
| Spec | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 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 | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,990 (best) | $46,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 138 MPGe (best) | 73 MPGe |
| Electric range | 321 mi (best) | 256 mi |
| 240V charge time | 10 hr (best) | 12 hr |
Performance
| Spec | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | — | 349 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 369 lb-ft (best) |
Size & capability
| Spec | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.8 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 3,968 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 992 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,061 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 6.4 in | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 116.1 in (best) |
| Length | 188.7 in (best) | 187 in |
| Width | 75.6 in (best) | — |
| Height | 63.8 in | 65.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Tesla Model YBase | VinFast VF8ECO |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 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 | Tesla Model Y | VinFast VF8 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $39,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ECO $46,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $41,990 MSRP | PLUS $51,800 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium $44,990 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Premium $48,990 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Performance $57,490 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Long Range Launch Series $59,990 MSRP | — |