Discover Vietnam’s most fuel‑efficient cars, from hybrids to electric models, and see how the new fuel price impacts your travel budget. Learn more now!
With the recent rise in gasoline prices in Vietnam (22,340 VND per litre for RON 95‑III), drivers are keen to know which cars actually stretch each drop of fuel the farthest. Below is a practical guide to the most economical gasoline, hybrid and electric models on the market, complete with estimated fuel‑costs for a 100‑km trip.
Small SUVs (B‑Segment)
- Toyota Yaris Cross HEV – 3.8 L/100 km. At the new price, this translates to roughly 84,900 VND (≈ $3.70) per 100 km.
- Suzuki Swift (mild‑hybrid) – 4.26 L/100 km, about 95,200 VND (≈ $4.15) for the same distance.
Compact Cars (A‑Segment)
- Toyota Wigo – 4.3 L/100 km, costing around 96,100 VND (≈ $4.20) per 100 km.
Sedans (B‑Segment)
- Mazda2 – 4.76 L/100 km, about 106,300 VND (≈ $4.65) per 100 km.
Popular Gasoline Models (average 1.5 L engine)
According to the Ministry of Construction, gasoline‑only cars with engines up to 1.5 L average 6.33 L/100 km, which equals roughly 141,400 VND (≈ $6.20) for every 100 km driven.
Plug‑In Hybrid (PHEV) Stars
Hybrid‑electric models can achieve astonishingly low fuel use—but only when the battery is fully charged.
- BYD Seal 5 – 0.8 L/100 km, ~17,900 VND (≈ $0.78).
- Jaecoo J7 SHS – 1.0 L/100 km, ~22,300 VND (≈ $0.97).
- BYD Sealion 6 – 1.1 L/100 km, ~24,600 VND (≈ $1.07).
- Lynk & Co 08 – 1.2 L/100 km, ~26,800 VND (≈ $1.17).
- Kia Sorento PHEV – 1.6 L/100 km, ~35,700 VND (≈ $1.55).
Many of these PHEVs can travel up to 100 km on electric power alone once the battery is topped up, meaning zero fuel cost for that distance.
Fully Electric Vehicles – Charging Costs
Electric cars eliminate gasoline expenses altogether, but charging fees vary by provider. The V‑GREEN network charges 3,858 VND/kWh and currently offers free charging for VinFast EV owners.
- VinFast VF5 – 11.42 kWh/100 km, costing ~109,250 VND (≈ $4.75) at 3,858 VND/kWh.
- VinFast VF3 – 79,135 VND (≈ $3.45) per 100 km.
- BYD Atto 2 – 112,765 VND (≈ $4.90).
- BYD M6 – 120,650 VND (≈ $5.25).
- Limo Green – 126,920 VND (≈ $5.54).
Other public chargers range from 8,900 VND/kWh (Eboost) to 9,500 VND/kWh (EV One), so owners who can charge at home or use lower‑priced stations will see even smaller electricity bills.
Bottom Line
Even with the latest gasoline price hike, several gasoline‑powered models still remain very cheap to run, especially hybrids that can switch to electric mode. If you can charge at home or take advantage of free‑charging promotions, electric vehicles become the most cost‑effective option for daily commuting in Vietnam.