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Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (237 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (28,800 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes Vito Transporter or Hongqi E-HS9?

Mercedes Vito Transporter vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • considerably more power
  • only slightly more efficient
  • barely more electric range
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Vito Transporter

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 Transporter is significantly cheaper – starting at 28,800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,785 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hongqi E-HS9 is only slightly more efficient: consuming 19.4 kWh/100km compared to 21.2 kWh/100km for the Mercedes Vito Transporter. That’s a difference of about 1.8 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 offers barely more range – reaching up to 515 km, about 41 km more than the Mercedes Vito Transporter.

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 visibly 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: Hongqi E-HS9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes Vito Transporter is clearly lighter – 1,916 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 789 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Vito Transporter carries substantially more – 884 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 409 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes Vito Transporter holds a solid overall lead 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 £28,800
Vito Transporter

Mercedes Vito Transporter

  • Engine Type : Diesel, Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 102 - 237 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 304 - 474 km
Mercedes Vito Transporter
Hongqi E-HS9

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Mercedes Vito Transporter

The Mercedes Vito Transporter is a supremely practical workhorse that blends Mercedes refinement with van-like utility, making long days on the road feel surprisingly civilized. With a cleverly thought-out interior and a drive that won’t wear you out, the Vito is the ideal choice for businesses that want capability without sacrificing comfort — and yes, it still looks sharper than most vans at a client meeting.

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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 Transporter
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
304 - 474 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 222 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
Length
-
Width
1,928 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
547 - 884 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 237 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
270 - 500 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 174 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Hongqi
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