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Mercedes Vito Bus vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (36,300 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Bus or Hongqi E-HS9?

Mercedes Vito Bus vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Bus

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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

Vito Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes Vito Bus is significantly cheaper – starting at 36,300 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,237 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hongqi E-HS9 is noticeably more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 26.7 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Bus. That’s a difference of about 7.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 145 km more than the Mercedes Vito Bus.

E-HS9

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 Hongqi E-HS9 offers considerably more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 237 HP. That’s roughly 314 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers clearly more torque with 670 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Mercedes Vito Bus offers more seats – 8 vs 7.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Bus is noticeably lighter – 2,023 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 682 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes Vito Bus offers substantially more boot space – 1,390 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 1,390 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Bus carries substantially more – 1,077 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 602 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Bus is clearly superior 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.

from £36,300
Vito Bus

Mercedes Vito Bus

  • Engine Type Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.7 - 10 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 248 - 370 km
Mercedes Vito Bus
Hongqi E-HS9

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Mercedes Vito Bus

The Mercedes Vito is a sturdy, no-nonsense people carrier that blends commercial practicality with a surprisingly civilised cabin, making long shuttles feel less like a chore. If you need a dependable transporter that swallows luggage, forgives hard use and still looks a touch more premium than a plain van, the Vito is an easy, sensible pick.

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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 Vito Bus
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
36,300 - 55,900 £
Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
26.7 - 26.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
248 - 370 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 228 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
8
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,023 - 2,739 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
580 - 1,390 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,895 - 5,370 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
1,890 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
4,190 - 4,990 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
726 - 1,077 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 237 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
330 - 500 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 174 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
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