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Kia EV9 vs Hongqi HS5 comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Hongqi HS5?

Kia EV9 vs Hongqi HS5: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • substantially more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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Hongqi HS5

  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly lighter
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hongqi HS5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,596 £.

HS5

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 Kia EV9 offers substantially more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hongqi HS5 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 340 Nm. That’s about 400 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi HS5 is visibly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 587 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV9 offers substantially more boot space – 333 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 333 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries clearly more – 615 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 is far ahead 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 £54,600
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
Kia EV9
Hongqi HS5

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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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Hongqi HS5

The Hongqi HS5 exudes a sense of luxury and sophistication, combining elegant design with a comfortable and high-quality interior. As part of Hongqi's pursuit of excellence, this SUV offers a refined driving experience characterized by smooth handling and advanced technology features. With its striking presence on the road, the Hongqi HS5 makes an undeniable statement of style and prestige.

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Kia EV9
Hongqi HS5

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
36,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
240 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
64 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,805 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
4,760 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,907 mm
Height
-
Height
1,700 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
204 km/h
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
340 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Hongqi
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