What is the range of the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS?
Natural Resources Canada rates the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS at up to 378 km of range (Performance).
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2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS – Price in Canada, Specs & Trims
PriceMSRP not checked yetOfficial NRCan ratings below
- Range
- 378 km
The 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 2 configurations are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
VinFast VF8 PLUS: quick answers
Sources: NRCan, Transport Canada, checked MSRPIs the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS available with all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain information has not been verified for all configurations.
Are there any recalls on the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS?
No Transport Canada recall covers the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS in our data, which syncs daily with Transport Canada’s recall database.
Is the VinFast VF8 PLUS fuel efficient?
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 7.9/10. It ranks #65 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
What are the main rivals of the VinFast VF8 PLUS?
The closest matches by body style and price are the Rivian R1S Quad, Lotus Eletre S, Rivian R1S Tri and Rivian R1S AT Large. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
Canadian buyer checklist
NRCan 2026 dataDrivetrain for winter
Not verified
Drivetrain information has not been verified for all configurations.
Electric range (NRCan)
373–378 km
Standard test figure. In deep cold, real range drops noticeably.
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Quick Specifications
City fuel economy3 L/100 km
Highway fuel economy3.3 L/100 km
Combined fuel economy3.1 L/100 km
Vehonix efficiency score7.9/10
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide
Metric unitsDimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
Compare 2026 trims
Tap a trim for full details and province pricing| Trim | VF8 PLUS | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Electric | Electric |
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) | Automatic (A1) |
| Drivetrain | — | — |
| City (NRCan) | 3 Le/100 km | 5.1 Le/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | 3.3 Le/100 km | 5.6 Le/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | 3.1 Le/100 km | 5.3 Le/100 km |
| Electric range | 373 km | 378 km |
| CO2 | 0 g/km | 0 g/km |
| MSRP | Not published | Not published |
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Canadian price and payments
Sales tax by province| MSRP | — |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $0 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
Enter an MSRP to see the total: it is not published in our source data for this trim.
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Features and driver assistance
No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
Range and charging
Range: NRCan| Trim | Range | Usable battery | Max DC fast charge | DC 10–80% | Level 2 charger | Charge port |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VF8 PLUS | 373 km | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
| Performance | 378 km | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified | Not verified |
What will fuel cost?
Based on your kilometres and pricesCheapest to run: VF8 PLUS, $837/yr · $4,185 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
VinFast warranty in Canada
Years / km, whichever comes first- Basic (bumper to bumper)
- Not verified
- Powertrain
- Not verified
- Corrosion perforation
- Not verified
- Roadside assistance
- Not verified
- Hybrid / EV battery
- Not verified
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
Safety and recalls
Transport Canada · updated 2026-10-19No safety recalls on file for the 2026 VinFast VF8 PLUS so far.
Earlier model years · 2025: 3 · 2024: 4
ElectricalA software problem could cause the electronic parking pawl (EPP) to be released on its own.
Issue
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the electronic parking pawl (EPP) to be released on its own. Additionally, the electronic parking brake (EPB) wiring harness could become damaged and/or corroded. If both issues happen at the same time, the vehicle could roll away when it's parked.
Safety Risk
A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Corrective Actions
To reduce the safety risk, VinFast recommends parking the vehicle on a flat surface until the recall repairs have been completed. VinFast will notify owners by email and advise you to take your vehicle to a VinFast authorized service center to update the vehicle software. The service center will also inspect and repair or replace the EPB wiring harness, as necessary.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
OtherUnder certain conditions, the lane keeping assist (LKA) feature of the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) may not work properly.
Issue
Under certain conditions, the lane keeping assist (LKA) feature of the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) may not work properly. As a result, the steering wheel could move unexpectedly and/or the steering wheel movements may be difficult to override.
Safety Risk
An advanced driver assistance system that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of a crash if the driver doesn't intervene.
Corrective Actions
VinFast reminds that LKA is only an ADAS feature, and that the driver must pay attention and be ready to take control at all times when the feature is engaged. VinFast will notify owners by email and advise you to take your vehicle to a VinFast authorized service center to update the ADAS software.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AirbagThe center airbag in the driver's seat may not deploy properly in certain collisions.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the center airbag in the driver's seat may not deploy properly in certain collisions.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
VinFast will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the center airbag in the driver's seat.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
ElectricalA software problem could cause the electronic parking pawl (EPP) to be released on its own.
Issue
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the electronic parking pawl (EPP) to be released on its own. Additionally, the electronic parking brake (EPB) wiring harness could become damaged and/or corroded. If both issues happen at the same time, the vehicle could roll away when it's parked.
Safety Risk
A parked vehicle that rolls away could create the risk of an injury or a crash.
Corrective Actions
To reduce the safety risk, VinFast recommends parking the vehicle on a flat surface until the recall repairs have been completed. VinFast will notify owners by email and advise you to take your vehicle to a VinFast authorized service center to update the vehicle software. The service center will also inspect and repair or replace the EPB wiring harness, as necessary.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
OtherUnder certain conditions, the lane keeping assist (LKA) feature of the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) may not work properly.
Issue
Under certain conditions, the lane keeping assist (LKA) feature of the advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) may not work properly. As a result, the steering wheel could move unexpectedly and/or the steering wheel movements may be difficult to override.
Safety Risk
An advanced driver assistance system that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of a crash if the driver doesn't intervene.
Corrective Actions
VinFast reminds that LKA is only an ADAS feature, and that the driver must pay attention and be ready to take control at all times when the feature is engaged. VinFast will notify owners by email and advise you to take your vehicle to a VinFast authorized service center to update the ADAS software.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AirbagThe center airbag in the driver's seat may not deploy properly in certain collisions.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the center airbag in the driver's seat may not deploy properly in certain collisions.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
VinFast will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the center airbag in the driver's seat.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AirbagThe wrong airbags may have been installed during production.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the wrong airbags may have been installed during production. As a result, the airbags would not inflate in a crash.
Note: This issue doesn't affect the driver-front airbag.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
VinFast will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a VinFast service center to replace the airbags, as necessary.
Filed under VF 8 · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
VF8 PLUS vs rivals
The VinFast VF8 PLUS leads in 1 of 2 categories against 4 direct rivals.
- Electric rangeR1S Quad602 kmVF8 PLUS: #5 of 5
- Vehonix efficiency scoreVF8 PLUS7.9/10VF8 PLUS: #1 of 5
Rivian · 2026
R1S Quad
MSRP not checked yet
- Range
- 602 km+224 km vs the VF8 PLUS
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 7.9/10
Where it beats the VF8 PLUS
- 224 km more range
Where the VF8 PLUS wins
- Fewer 2026 recalls (0 vs 2)
Lotus · 2026
Eletre S
MSRP not checked yet
- Range
- 467 km+89 km vs the VF8 PLUS
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 7.9/10
Where it beats the VF8 PLUS
- 89 km more range
Rivian · 2026
R1S Tri
MSRP not checked yet
- Range
- 597 km+219 km vs the VF8 PLUS
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 7.9/10
Where it beats the VF8 PLUS
- 219 km more range
Where the VF8 PLUS wins
- Fewer 2026 recalls (0 vs 2)
Rivian · 2026
R1S AT Large
MSRP not checked yet
- Range
- 465 km+87 km vs the VF8 PLUS
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 7.9/10
Where it beats the VF8 PLUS
- 87 km more range
Where the VF8 PLUS wins
- Fewer 2026 recalls (0 vs 2)
| Spec | VinFastVF8 PLUSThis car | RivianR1S Quad | LotusEletre S | RivianR1S Tri | RivianR1S AT Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric range | 378 km | 602 km | 467 km | 597 km | 465 km |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | No | No | No | No | No |
| Drivetrains | — | — | — | — | — |
| Rated configurations | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Recalls this model year | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
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