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Ford Transit Connect vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Hongqi E-HS9?

Ford Transit Connect vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Ford Transit Connect is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,763 £.

E-HS9

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 E-HS9 offers considerably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 429 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 6.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers considerably more torque with 670 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm more.

Transit Connect

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 E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 1,130 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries markedly more – 780 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 305 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 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.

from £68,600
E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 465 - 515 km
Ford Transit Connect
Hongqi E-HS9

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Hongqi E-HS9

The 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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Ford Transit Connect
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
320 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hongqi
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