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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
76300 - 175800 £
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Price
68600 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2 - 12.5 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
89 - 114 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
24.8 - 25 kWh
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Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
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co2
53 - 284 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 - 85 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
2310 - 2800 kg
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Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
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Trunk capacity
490 - 655 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4924 - 4961 mm
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Length
5209 mm
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Width
1947 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1716 - 1797 mm
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Height
1713 - 1731 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1645 - 2055 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
460 - 705 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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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
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
289 - 634 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
210 - 280 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
500 - 850 Nm
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Torque
670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
213 - 466 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1993 - 3982 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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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 All-Wheel Drive.