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Hongqi E-HS9 vs VW Caddy Compact Van comparison

Compare performance (551 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (68,600 £ vs 25,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi E-HS9 or VW Caddy Compact Van?

Hongqi E-HS9 vs VW Caddy Compact Van: Key differences

Hongqi E-HS9

  • considerably more power
  • clearly more electric range
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VW Caddy Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-HS9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Caddy Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 25,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,746 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 395 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

Caddy Compact Van

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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers considerably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

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

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 more seats – 7 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is considerably lighter – 1,442 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 1,263 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy Compact Van carries visibly more – 759 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 stands well ahead of its rival 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
Hongqi E-HS9
VW Caddy Compact Van

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Dimensions and Body

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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Hongqi E-HS9
VW Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Consumption

Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
Price
25,800 - 42,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
11 - 154 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4 - 5
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Curb weight
1,442 - 1,818 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
-
Height
1,819 - 1,823 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 3,700 L
Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
628 - 759 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
551 HP
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Torque
670 Nm
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
405 kW
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Hongqi
Brand
VW
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