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Mercedes E-Class Estate vs Hongqi H9 comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 60,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class Estate or Hongqi H9?

Mercedes E-Class Estate vs Hongqi H9: Key differences

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • a bit cheaper
  • substantially more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi H9

  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

E-Class Estate

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.

Mercedes E-Class Estate is a bit cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the Hongqi H9 costs 60,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,363 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class Estate uses 1.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 7.9 L/100km.

H9

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 Mercedes E-Class Estate offers substantially more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 245 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class Estate is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Hongqi H9 takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class Estate delivers significantly more torque with 750 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

E-Class Estate

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hongqi H9 is barely lighter – 1,875 kg compared to 1,900 kg. The difference is around 25 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E-Class Estate offers significantly more boot space – 615 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 615 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class Estate carries noticeably more – 645 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 195 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E-Class Estate is decisively ahead 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 £52,600
E-Class Estate

Mercedes E-Class Estate

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E-Class Estate
Hongqi H9

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Mercedes E-Class Estate

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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 E-Class Estate
Hongqi H9

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,137 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Height
-
Height
1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
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