Compare performance (400 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Hongqi E-HS9?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Audi A3 Sportback has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41567 £.
As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs decisively better – achieving up to 515 km, about 374 km more than the Audi A3 Sportback.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi E-HS9 has a evident edge – offering 551 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Hongqi E-HS9 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Audi A3 Sportback performs somewhat better – reaching 237 km/h, while the Hongqi E-HS9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 37 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls noticeable stronger with 670 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is decisively lighter – 1360 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 1345 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Audi A3 Sportback offers decisively more room – 380 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 380 L.
When it comes to payload, Audi A3 Sportback hardly perceptible takes the win – 480 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be slightly ahead and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.
detailsThe Hongqi E-HS9 arrives like a modern state limousine rewired into an electric SUV, all imposing chrome, tall presence and an interior that aims to cocoon occupants in luxury. It's serenely quiet and packed with tech, offering a compelling, slightly quirky alternative to established European luxury SUVs for buyers who want drama as much as comfort.
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Price
27000 - 56600 £
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Price
68600 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
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Electric Range
134 - 141 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
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co2
25 - 211 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
40 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
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Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
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Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4352 - 4353 mm
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Length
5209 mm
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Width
1816 - 1851 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1441 - 1470 mm
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Height
1713 - 1731 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1100 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
410 - 480 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 400 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
220 - 500 Nm
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Torque
670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
85 - 294 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Audi
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Brand
Hongqi
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The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.