The paradox: Upgrading to a D-segment car costs less than upgrading to a C-segment car.

Offering spacious interior, luxurious Italian design, and smooth handling, the VF 8 Eco is priced similarly to C-segment cars.

Standard version, but still meets the needs of consumers.

Contrary to the notion that "the standard version comes with a trade-off in amenities," the VinFast VF 8 Eco retains all the core values ​​of a D-segment SUV: luxurious design, spacious interior, solid chassis, and superior safety for its price range.

“The VF 8 has a wheelbase of up to 2,950 mm, which is longer than most models in the same segment. With a 5-seat design, the space is truly spacious and comfortable, especially in the second row on long journeys,” a reviewer from the Mê Xe channel commented.

The VinFast VF 8 Eco retains all the core values ​​of a D-segment SUV. Photo: VF.

In terms of design, OneShot Review praised the car's appearance. "The front and rear of this car are both beautiful, luxurious, and high-end, a design from Pininfarina – a renowned Italian design studio," OneShot Review explained. According to many users, the VF 8 is therefore a suitable car for both family and work use.

With a practical design philosophy, the VF 8 Eco is equipped with a 201 horsepower engine and a maximum torque of 310 Nm. Experts consider this engine to be "powerful enough for city driving and climbing hills." Furthermore, its range of up to 562 km (according to NEDC standards) on a single charge can meet the needs of daily commuting as well as long trips across Vietnam or between provinces.

In addition, the vehicle's stability, thanks to a suspension system optimally tuned for Vietnamese road conditions, provides a comfortable and smooth ride for both driver and passengers.

"At low speeds, the softer suspension provides a comfortable ride over speed bumps. Meanwhile, at high speeds on mountain roads, the car enters and exits corners very smoothly, preventing passengers from being thrown around, especially those prone to motion sickness," said the host of OneShot Review.

The on-the-road price is less than 1 billion VND.

After experiencing the smooth handling characteristic of electric vehicles, Mr. Thanh Hai (35 years old, an IT engineer in Hanoi ) decided to sell his gasoline-powered C-SUV to buy a VF 8 Eco. The customer said this was the best deal he had ever made.

Because he switched from a gasoline car to an electric car, Mr. Hai received a 3% discount on the selling price, plus a 10% discount from the "Intense for a Green Future" program. Combined with the fact that electric cars benefit from a 100% registration fee waiver from the government , he recorded an on-the-road price of less than 900 million VND for the Eco version.

"Even C-segment cars have higher registration fees than this. Meanwhile, the VF 8 has more spacious interior and a more powerful engine, so I decided to go with it," Hai shared.

VinFast is offering free battery charging nationwide until February 10, 2029, for vehicles purchased from February 10, 2026. Photo: VF.

Furthermore, an equally important factor that motivated Mr. Hai to buy the VF 8 was the near-zero operating cost. According to community feedback, VinFast is offering free battery charging nationwide until February 10, 2029, for vehicles purchased from February 10, 2026 (maximum 10 times/month), meaning owners will pay virtually no energy costs for the first three years of use.

Mr. Hai also felt reassured after consulting the VF 8's periodic maintenance checklist. Due to the nature of electric motors, VinFast electric vehicles generally have significantly fewer items requiring inspection and replacement compared to internal combustion engine vehicles. Owners only need to bring their vehicles to the workshop every 15,000 km or 1 year – reducing time and costs for customers in the long run.

"Buying a car requires long-term planning. Including savings from car purchase and maintenance policies, I've made a profit of hundreds of millions of dong. Not to mention the 10-year warranty, which is currently the longest on the market," Hai concluded.

Combining spaciousness, performance that meets daily needs, and a significant advantage in ownership costs, the VF 8 Eco demonstrates a practical approach while maintaining the comfort and safety standards of a D-segment SUV. This model is particularly suitable for families who want to save money without compromising on quality.

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