Vinfast VF 8 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Vinfast VF 8 as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Vinfast VF 8 is classified by the EPA as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
Vinfast VF 8 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (A1) | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 44 |
| 2027 | Auto (A1) | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 73 |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 76 |
| 2025 | Auto (A1) | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 73 |
| 2023 | Auto (A1) | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 87 |
| 2023 | Auto (A1) | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 80 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Vinfast VF 8 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Vinfast VF 8?
The EPA classifies the Vinfast VF 8 as a Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD / Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Vinfast VF 8 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD), the Vinfast VF 8 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.