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Renault Express vs Hongqi H9 comparison

Compare performance (102 HP vs 245 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 60,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Renault Express or Hongqi H9?

Renault Express vs Hongqi H9: Key differences

Renault Express

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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Hongqi H9

  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Express

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Express is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hongqi H9 costs 60,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,870 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Express uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Hongqi H9 with 9.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

H9

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hongqi H9 offers considerably more power – delivering 245 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 143 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi H9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Hongqi H9 is noticeably faster – reaching 230 km/h, while the Renault Express tops out at 167 km/h. The difference is around 63 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi H9 delivers markedly more torque with 380 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 140 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hongqi H9 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,875 kg. The difference is around 579 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries noticeably more – 700 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Express is decisively ahead 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 £17,100
Express

Renault Express

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 75 - 102 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Renault Express
Hongqi H9

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Renault Express

The Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.

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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 Express
Hongqi H9

Costs and Consumption

Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
Price
60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
9.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
co2
220 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
62 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
Curb weight
1,875 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4,393 mm
Length
5,137 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,904 mm
Height
1,811 mm
Height
1,493 mm
Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
575 - 700 kg
Payload
450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
75 - 102 HP
Power HP
245 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 s
Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
Max Speed
230 km/h
Torque
200 - 240 Nm
Torque
380 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
55 - 75 kW
Power kW
180 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
Engine capacity
1,989 cm3

General

Model Year
2021
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Hongqi
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