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Hyundai Kona vs Hongqi E-HS9 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (218 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (23100 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Hongqi E-HS9?

Hyundai Kona

5 (1 Reviews)
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Hongqi E-HS9

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

Kona

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.

Hyundai Kona has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23100 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45510 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai Kona: with 14.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s clearly perceptible more efficient than the Hongqi E-HS9 with 19.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.80 kWh.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs hardly perceptible better – achieving up to 515 km, about 1 km more than the Hyundai Kona.

Kona

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 E-HS9 has a decisively edge – offering 551 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 333 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 7.80 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Kona performs slight better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Hongqi E-HS9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls convincingly stronger with 670 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 405 Nm difference.

Kona

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, Hyundai Kona is convincingly lighter – 1370 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 1335 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Kona offers decisively more room – 466 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 466 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Kona slight takes the win – 490 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona sits 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.

Hyundai Kona
Hongqi E-HS9

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Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 115 - 218 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.6 - 7 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.6 - 16.8 kWh
  • Electric Range : 377 - 514 km

Hyundai Kona

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The Hyundai Kona wears its personality on the outside with bold styling and sprightly handling that turns city driving into something a little more fun than a commute. It blends practical space, modern tech and sensible running costs into a compact, stylish package — a smart pick if you want flair without paying luxury prices.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
23100 - 41600 £
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.8 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
377 - 514 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 65.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
38 - 47 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1370 - 1773 kg
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4350 - 4385 mm
Length
5209 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1580 - 1585 mm
Height
1713 - 1731 mm
Max trunk capacity
1300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric, Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 218 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
162 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
85 - 160 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D, C, E, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Hongqi
Is the Hyundai Kona offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.