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Hongqi H9 vs Mercedes S-Class comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 635 HP), boot space and price (60,000 £ vs 104,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi H9 or Mercedes S-Class?

Hongqi H9 vs Mercedes S-Class: Key differences

Hongqi H9

  • substantially cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes S-Class

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

H9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hongqi H9 is substantially cheaper – starting at 60,000 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,024 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.4 L/100km.

S-Class

Engine and Performance:

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 Mercedes S-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 390 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hongqi H9 takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes S-Class delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 470 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi H9 is moderately lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 290 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes S-Class offers substantially more boot space – 530 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 530 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries markedly more – 660 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes S-Class 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.

from £104,000
S-Class

Mercedes S-Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 336 - 635 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.2 - 11 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 98 - 118 km
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Hongqi H9

The Hongqi H9 asserts itself as a luxury sedan that seamlessly combines sophisticated design with opulent interior features, catering to those who appreciate grandeur and comfort. Characterized by a bold and elegant exterior, it commands the road with a presence that is both modern and majestic. Inside, occupants are treated to a lavish experience, with premium materials and advanced technology throughout, making every journey as pleasurable as possible.

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The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.

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Hongqi H9
Mercedes S-Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
60,000 £
Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
98 - 118 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
220 g/km
co2
50 - 252 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Curb weight
2,165 - 2,650 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
Length
5,137 mm
Length
-
Width
1,904 mm
Width
1,921 mm
Height
1,493 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 kg
Payload
420 - 660 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 HP
Power HP
336 - 635 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
230 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
560 - 850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
180 kW
Power kW
247 - 467 kW
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
Brand
Hongqi
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Hongqi H9 offered with different drivetrains?

The Hongqi H9 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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