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Casalini 550 vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (17,000 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Casalini 550 or Hongqi HS5?

Casalini 550 vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

Casalini 550

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Hongqi HS5

  • substantially more power
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

550

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Casalini 550 is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Hongqi HS5 costs 36,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,964 £.

HS5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi HS5 offers substantially more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Hongqi HS5 is substantially faster – reaching 204 km/h, while the Casalini 550 tops out at 45 km/h. The difference is around 159 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi HS5 delivers substantially more torque with 340 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 312 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Hongqi HS5 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is clearly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,805 kg. The difference is around 1,380 kg.

Boot capacity is identical – both offer 0 L of storage.

When it comes to payload, the Hongqi HS5 carries noticeably more – 450 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 177 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi HS5 is decisively ahead 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.

£35,995
HS5

Hongqi HS5

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Casalini 550
Hongqi HS5

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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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Casalini 550
Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
20 L
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
5
Curb weight
425 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
3,000 mm
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
273 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
45 km/h
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
28 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
2
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
479 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Casalini
Brand
Hongqi
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