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Renault Austral vs Hongqi H9 comparison

Compare performance (148 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (29,900 £ vs 60,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Austral or Hongqi H9?

Renault Austral vs Hongqi H9: Key differences

Renault Austral

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Hongqi H9

  • noticeably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Austral

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault Austral is significantly cheaper – starting at 29,900 £ , while the Hongqi H9 costs 60,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,081 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Austral uses 6.4 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.2 L/100km.

H9

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi H9 offers noticeably more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 148 HP. That’s roughly 97 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi H9 is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Austral takes 9.9 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi H9 delivers visibly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

Austral

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Austral is visibly lighter – 1,548 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 327 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Austral offers significantly more boot space – 555 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 555 L.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Austral carries very slightly more – 455 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Austral holds a decisive 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 £29,900
Austral

Renault Austral

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 148 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Renault Austral
Hongqi H9

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Renault Austral

The Renault Austral is a stylish, well-built crossover that blends a comfortable ride with a spacious, modern cabin. It combines everyday-friendly refinement and contemporary technology with a focus on safety and practicality, making it a sensible choice for drivers who want an all-round family car.

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Hongqi H9

The Hongqi H9 asserts itself as a luxury sedan that seamlessly combines sophisticated design with opulent interior features, catering to those who appreciate grandeur and comfort. Characterized by a bold and elegant exterior, it commands the road with a presence that is both modern and majestic. Inside, occupants are treated to a lavish experience, with premium materials and advanced technology throughout, making every journey as pleasurable as possible.

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Renault Austral
Hongqi H9

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,900 - 34,100 £
Price
60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
145 g/km
co2
220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,548 kg
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Trunk capacity
555 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
5,137 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Height
-
Height
1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
148 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
109 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Hongqi
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