Compare performance (320 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (40500 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLB or Hongqi E-HS9?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Mercedes GLB has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 40500 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28058 £.
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 320 HP. That’s roughly 231 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Mercedes GLB takes 5.50 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLB performs to a small extent better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Hongqi E-HS9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls decisively stronger with 670 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 270 Nm difference.
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 clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Mercedes GLB is clearly lighter – 1640 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 1065 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLB offers significantly more room – 570 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 570 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLB barely noticeable takes the win – 500 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Overall, the Hongqi E-HS9 shows itself to be has a very small edge and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Mercedes GLB is a practical compact SUV that mixes boxy, family-friendly space with premium German polish, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want usefulness without pretension. It drives with a confident, composed feel and somehow manages to look both rugged and refined — the grown-up SUV that still likes to have fun.
detailsThe 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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Price
40500 - 65300 £
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Price
68600 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 9 L
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
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co2
146 - 204 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1640 - 1820 kg
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Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
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Trunk capacity
565 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4634 - 4650 mm
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Length
5209 mm
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Width
1834 - 1850 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1665 - 1692 mm
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Height
1713 - 1731 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1800 - 1805 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
500 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
116 - 320 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 11.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
188 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
230 - 400 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
85 - 235 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 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
E, F, G
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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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Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.