Compare performance (551 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (68,600 £ vs 27,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi E-HS9 or Mercedes EQT?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mercedes EQT is clearly cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,793 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Hongqi E-HS9 is marginally more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 19.5 kWh/100km for the Mercedes EQT. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 237 km more than the Mercedes EQT.
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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers substantially 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 substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes EQT takes 12.6 s. That’s about 7.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers significantly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 425 Nm more.
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 5.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes EQT is significantly lighter – 1,925 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 780 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQT offers significantly more boot space – 551 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 551 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQT carries a bit more – 531 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The Hongqi E-HS9 is clearly superior overall 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.
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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The Mercedes EQT is Mercedes‑Benz’s compact electric people carrier that grafts the brand’s usual refinement onto a practical, family‑friendly van body. It makes school runs feel a little more upscale — quietly electric, sensibly packaged and unexpectedly pleasant to live with, especially if you like your practicality with a touch of luxury.
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Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
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Price
27,800 - 32,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Electric Range
265 - 278 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
45 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
High Roof Estate
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Seats
6 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
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Curb weight
1,925 - 2,023 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Trunk capacity
242 - 551 L
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Length
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Length
4,498 - 4,922 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
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Height
1,819 - 1,830 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,979 L
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Payload
457 - 531 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
551 HP
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Power HP
122 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.6 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
132 km/h
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Torque
670 Nm
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Torque
245 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
405 kW
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Power kW
90 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hongqi
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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