Compare performance (428 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (31700 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – smart #1 or Hongqi E-HS9?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
smart #1 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36862 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the smart #1: with 16.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Hongqi E-HS9 with 19.40 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs slightly better – achieving up to 515 km, about 75 km more than the smart #1.
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 E-HS9 has a evident edge – offering 551 HP compared to 428 HP. That’s roughly 123 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the smart #1 is evident quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Hongqi E-HS9 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 1 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 200 km/h, while the smart #1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls to a small extent stronger with 670 Nm compared to 584 Nm. That’s about 86 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Hongqi E-HS9 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, smart #1 is decisively lighter – 1780 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 925 kg.
In terms of boot space, the smart #1 offers clearly more room – 323 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 323 L.
When it comes to payload, Hongqi E-HS9 slight takes the win – 475 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.
The smart #1 is far ahead 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.
The Smart #1 feels like a breath of fresh air in the compact EV world, pairing playful styling with usable space and a cabin that punches above its size. It skips the fuss and delivers an easygoing, city-friendly driving experience with clever features that make it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for everyday motoring.
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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Price
31700 - 45000 £
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Price
68600 - 88300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
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Electric Range
310 - 440 km
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
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Battery Capacity
47 - 62 kWh
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Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
6 - 7
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1780 - 1900 kg
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Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
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Trunk capacity
313 - 323 L
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4270 - 4300 mm
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Length
5209 mm
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Width
1822 mm
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Width
2010 mm
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Height
1636 mm
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Height
1713 - 1731 mm
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Max trunk capacity
976 - 986 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
425 - 470 kg
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Power HP
551 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.7 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
343 - 584 Nm
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Torque
670 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Power kW
405 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023 - 2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
smart
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Brand
Hongqi
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Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.