2024 VinFast VF 8True Cost of Ownership in Vietnam
402 hp all-electric, popular Vietnamese EV SUV. Full cost breakdown including import duty (70%), VAT (10%), insurance, fuel at ₫0.9/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$75K
Base: $40K
Annual Total
$13K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$28K
70% of base price
VAT
$7K
10% applied
Annual Insurance
$450
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$141K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
2024 VinFast VF 8 — Full Cost Breakdown in Vietnam
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $40K |
| Import Duty (70%) | $28K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (10%) | $7K |
| Total Purchase Price | $75K |
| Annual Insurance | $450 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $0 |
| Annual Maintenance | $386 |
| Annual Depreciation | $11K |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $13K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $141K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.889 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
VinFast VF 8 Fuel Cost Calculator — Vietnam
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⚡ Electric Vehicle
The VinFast VF 8 runs on electricity. No fuel costs apply. Charging costs vary by electricity tariff in Vietnam.
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Electric vehicle — no gasoline required
VinFast VF 8 Depreciation Curve
The VinFast VF 8 loses approximately $23K (57%) of its value over 5 years.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $40K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $29K | 72% |
| Year 2 | $25K | 62% |
| Year 3 | $22K | 54% |
| Year 4 | $19K | 48% |
| Year 5 | $17K | 43% |
Depreciation based on electric segment averages.
VinFast VF 8 vs. Competitors in Vietnam
How does the VinFast VF 8 compare to similar cars available in Vietnam?
VinFast
VF 8
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Vietnam
$13K
Tesla
Model 3
Base Price
$42K
Annual Cost in Vietnam
$5K
Hyundai
IONIQ 6
Base Price
$39K
Annual Cost in Vietnam
$5K
BMW
i4
Base Price
$56K
Annual Cost in Vietnam
$8K
Annual costs estimated for Vietnam market. Import duty (70%) and VAT (10%) applied to all models.
🇻🇳 Owning a Car in Vietnam
Very high import taxes on cars.
Very Expensive for Vietnam
Annual car costs = 381% of average Vietnam income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Vietnam
Fuel Price
₫0.90/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$450
Per year
Import Duty
70%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
10%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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VinFast VF 8 in Vietnam — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a VinFast VF 8 in Vietnam.
The 2024 VinFast VF 8 has a base price of $40,000 USD. In Vietnam, after 70% import duty and 10% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $74,800 USD (₫74,800 VND).