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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
28,800 - 51,600 £
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Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
6.8 - 9.7 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.2 - 26.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
304 - 474 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
60 - 90 kWh
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 222 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
57 - 70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
4
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,916 - 2,518 kg
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Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4,895 - 5,390 mm
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Length
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Width
1,928 mm
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Width
2,010 mm
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Height
1,910 - 1,945 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,100 - 6,600 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
547 - 884 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric, Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
102 - 237 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
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Max Speed
120 - 140 km/h
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Max Speed
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Torque
270 - 500 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
75 - 174 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
1,950 - 1,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
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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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