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Audi A5 Sportback vs Hongqi H9 comparison

Compare performance (639 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 60,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Hongqi H9?

Audi A5 Sportback vs Hongqi H9: Key differences

Audi A5 Sportback

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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Hongqi H9

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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi A5 Sportback is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Hongqi H9 costs 60,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,795 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A5 Sportback uses 2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.6 L/100km.

H9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Audi A5 Sportback offers significantly more power – delivering 639 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 394 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hongqi H9 takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A5 Sportback delivers substantially more torque with 825 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm more.

A5 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is very slightly lighter – 1,770 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Audi A5 Sportback offers clearly more boot space – 445 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 445 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A5 Sportback carries somewhat more – 530 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A5 Sportback holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £40,200
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 639 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2 - 7.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 84 - 110 km
Audi A5 Sportback
Hongqi H9

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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Hongqi H9

The Hongqi H9 asserts itself as a luxury sedan that seamlessly combines sophisticated design with opulent interior features, catering to those who appreciate grandeur and comfort. Characterized by a bold and elegant exterior, it commands the road with a presence that is both modern and majestic. Inside, occupants are treated to a lavish experience, with premium materials and advanced technology throughout, making every journey as pleasurable as possible.

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Audi A5 Sportback
Hongqi H9

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 91,000 £
Price
60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
84 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,770 - 2,430 kg
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,137 mm
Width
1,860 - 1,952 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Height
-
Height
1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 639 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
280 - 825 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
110 - 470 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 - 2,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Hongqi
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