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Hongqi E-HS9 vs Lotus Eletre - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (551 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (68600 £ vs 85700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi E-HS9 or Lotus Eletre?

Hongqi E-HS9

Lotus Eletre

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

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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.

Hongqi E-HS9 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 68600 £, while the Lotus Eletre costs 85700 £. That’s a price difference of around 17138 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hongqi E-HS9: with 19.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s to a small extent more efficient than the Lotus Eletre with 22.50 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.10 kWh.

As for range, the Lotus Eletre performs minimal better – achieving up to 570 km, about 55 km more than the Hongqi E-HS9.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Lotus Eletre has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 918 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 367 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Hongqi E-HS9 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Lotus Eletre performs noticeable better – reaching 265 km/h, while the Hongqi E-HS9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 65 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Lotus Eletre pulls evident stronger with 985 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Lotus Eletre is barely noticeable lighter – 2565 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers clearly more room – 688 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 688 L.

When it comes to payload, Lotus Eletre slight takes the win – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Lotus Eletre shows itself to be is largely superior 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.

from about £85,700
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Lotus Eletre

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 612 - 918 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.5 - 28.3 kWh
  • Electric Range : 450 - 570 km
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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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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Price
85700 - 138000 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Curb weight
2565 - 2745 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
5209 mm
Length
5103 mm
Width
2010 mm
Width
2060 mm
Height
1713 - 1731 mm
Height
1630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1532 L
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
551 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
670 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
405 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hongqi
Brand
Lotus

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What drive types are available for the Hongqi E-HS9?

The Hongqi E-HS9 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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