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Hongqi H9 vs Mercedes Vito Bus comparison

Compare performance (245 HP vs 237 HP), boot space and price (60,000 £ vs 36,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hongqi H9 or Mercedes Vito Bus?

Hongqi H9 vs Mercedes Vito Bus: Key differences

Hongqi H9

  • barely more power
  • only slightly lighter
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Mercedes Vito Bus

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes Vito Bus is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Hongqi H9 costs 60,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,665 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes Vito Bus uses 6.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 2.9 L/100km.

Vito Bus

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 H9 offers barely more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.

Looking at top speed, the Hongqi H9 is markedly faster – reaching 230 km/h, while the Mercedes Vito Bus tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Vito Bus delivers markedly more torque with 500 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 120 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: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi H9 is only slightly lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 2,023 kg. The difference is around 148 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers considerably more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,390 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries significantly more – 1,077 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 627 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus 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 £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 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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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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5 (1 Reviews)
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Juan Ramírez
8 Apr 2026, 04:49:28

Comfort, useful space and engine — all good. It only seats two occupants, unless you ask otherwise.

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Hongqi H9
Mercedes Vito Bus

Costs and Consumption
Price
60,000 £
Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
co2
220 g/km
co2
0 - 228 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
62 L
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
8
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Length
5,137 mm
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Width
1,928 mm
Height
1,493 mm
Height
1,890 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Payload
450 kg
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
245 HP
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
230 km/h
Max Speed
140 km/h
Torque
380 Nm
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
180 kW
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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