VinFast VF 8 Eco vs Kia EV5 Light FWD Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
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EV5 Light FWD
C$43,495
| Spec | VinFast VF 8 | Kia EV5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$53,600 | C$43,495 |
| Range (Claimed) | 425 km | 335 km |
| Battery Capacity | 87.7 kWh | 60 kWh |
| Motor Power | 260 kW | 115 kW |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 180 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.9s (0-100 km/h)s | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 31 min (10-80%) | N/A |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
VinFast VF 8 vs Kia EV5: Verdict
The Kia EV5 is the more affordable choice at C$43,495, undercutting the other by about C$10,105. The VinFast VF 8 travels further on a charge, with a claimed 425 km versus 335 km — roughly 90 km more. The VinFast VF 8 is the more powerful EV, producing 260 kW to the other's 115 kW.
Choose the VinFast VF 8 if you want more driving range between charges (425 km); pick the Kia EV5 if a lower purchase price (C$43,495) matters more to you.
VinFast VF 8 vs Kia EV5
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Spec Score(16 specs)
10
16 specs
VinFast VF 8
Best
0
16 specs
Kia EV5
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Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$53,600
C$43,495
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
425 km
335 km
Battery
↑ higher
87.7 kWh
60 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
260 kW
115 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.9s (0-100 km/h)s
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
87.7 kWh
60 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
425 km
335 km
Range Standard
NRCan
EPA
Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
N/A
Normal Charging
10 hrs (240V)
N/A
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
260 kW
115 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
200 km/h
180 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.9s (0-100 km/h)s
8.4s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4750 mm
4615 mm
Width
1934 mm
1875 mm
Height
1666 mm
1715 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2950 mm
2750 mm
Features
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
6
of 11 wins
VinFast VF 8
Best Overall
0
of 11 wins
Kia EV5
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VinFast VF 8 (Eco) vs Kia EV5 (Light FWD)
| Spec name |  Electric VinFast VF 8Eco C$53,600 2024EMI → | Electric Kia EV5Light FWD C$43,495 2027EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$53,600 | C$43,495 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$849/mo | C$689/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 260 kW Best | 115 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 87.7 kWh Best | 60 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 500 Nm | 310 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 200 km/h Best | 180 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.9s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 8.4s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 425 km Best | 335 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | NRCan | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 31 min (10-80%) | N/A | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 10 hrs (240V) | N/A | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4750 mm | 4615 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 1934 mm | 1875 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1666 mm | 1715 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2950 mm Best | 2750 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Features Comparison
| Feature | VinFast VF 8 | Kia EV5 |
|---|---|---|
Safety3 features | ||
Comfort1 features | ||
Technology1 features | ||