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Mercedes GLE vs Hongqi E-HS9 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (634 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (76300 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes GLE or Hongqi E-HS9?

Mercedes GLE

Hongqi E-HS9

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hongqi E-HS9 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 68600 £ , while the Mercedes GLE costs 76300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7703 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 515 km, about 401 km more than the Mercedes GLE.

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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 GLE has a somewhat edge – offering 634 HP compared to 551 HP. That’s roughly 83 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes GLE is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Hongqi E-HS9 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes GLE performs evident better – reaching 280 km/h, while the Hongqi E-HS9 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes GLE pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 850 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Mercedes GLE is to a small extent lighter – 2310 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 395 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes GLE offers convincingly more room – 655 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 655 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes GLE distinct takes the win – 705 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 230 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hongqi E-HS9 shows itself to be performs better in key areas 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.

from about £68,600
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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
Mercedes GLE
Hongqi E-HS9

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Mercedes GLE

The Mercedes GLE blends luxurious comfort with a confident road presence, wrapping tech and refinement in an SUV shape that still knows how to behave on a twisty back road. Inside it's plush and quiet, with clever storage and driver aids that make long trips effortless — plus the badge gives it that easy-to-respect curb appeal.

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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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Mercedes GLE
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
76300 - 175800 £
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
89 - 114 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
co2
53 - 284 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2310 - 2800 kg
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4924 - 4961 mm
Length
5209 mm
Width
1947 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1716 - 1797 mm
Height
1713 - 1731 mm
Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
460 - 705 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
289 - 634 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
500 - 850 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
213 - 466 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
What drive types are available for the Mercedes GLE?

Available configurations include 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.