Compare performance (313 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (59,800 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes CLE Coupe or Hongqi E-HS9?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes CLE Coupe is slightly cheaper – starting at 59,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,795 £.
As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 402 km more than the Mercedes CLE Coupe.
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 offers considerably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 238 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Mercedes CLE Coupe takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers somewhat more torque with 670 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 4.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes CLE Coupe is markedly lighter – 2,175 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Mercedes CLE Coupe offers substantially more boot space – 290 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 290 L.
When it comes to payload, the Hongqi E-HS9 carries somewhat more – 475 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 70 kg.
The Hongqi E-HS9 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.
The Mercedes CLE Coupe slides between sporty and sophisticated with a swooping silhouette that turns heads without shouting, and a cabin that feels both luxurious and intelligently laid out. It’s ideal for buyers who want grand-tourer comfort with a playful driving character—chic enough for the weekend, sensible enough for the daily run, and guaranteed to spark a few “what is that?” conversations.
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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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
59,800 - 65,100 £
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Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
113 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
49 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
4
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,175 kg
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Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
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Trunk capacity
290 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,861 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
405 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
313 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
550 Nm
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Torque
670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
230 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Hongqi
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