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Kia Sorento vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (252 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (46900 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sorento or Hongqi E-HS9?

Kia Sorento vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Kia Sorento

  • decisively cheaper
  • convincingly lighter
  • clearly more trunk space

Hongqi E-HS9

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker from 0–100 km/h

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

Sorento

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.

Kia Sorento has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46900 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21690 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs clearly better – achieving up to 515 km, about 460 km more than the Kia Sorento.

E-HS9

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 Hongqi E-HS9 has a clearly edge – offering 551 HP compared to 252 HP. That’s roughly 299 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 3.10 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls distinct stronger with 670 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm difference.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, Kia Sorento is convincingly lighter – 1855 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 850 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia Sorento offers clearly more room – 705 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 705 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia Sorento evident takes the win – 685 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 210 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 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.

Kia Sorento
Hongqi E-HS9

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from about £68,600
E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 465 - 515 km

Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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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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Kia Sorento
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
46900 - 60100 £
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1855 - 2110 kg
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1900 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
162 - 685 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
194 - 252 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1598 - 2151 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025 - 2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Hongqi
What drivetrain options does the Kia Sorento have?

The Kia Sorento is available as 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.