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Subaru Outback vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (169 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (40,000 £ vs 68,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Hongqi E-HS9?

Subaru Outback vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

Subaru Outback

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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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Hongqi E-HS9

  • significantly 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

Outback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru Outback is substantially cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,547 £.

E-HS9

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 E-HS9 offers significantly more power – delivering 551 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 382 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hongqi E-HS9 delivers substantially more torque with 670 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 418 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

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

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is considerably lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,705 kg. The difference is around 1,062 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers substantially more boot space – 561 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 561 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries moderately more – 557 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 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 £68,600
E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 465 - 515 km
Subaru Outback
Hongqi E-HS9

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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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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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Subaru Outback
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Price
68,600 - 88,300 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.4 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
193 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Curb weight
2,705 - 2,777 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,875 mm
Width
2,010 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
252 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Hongqi
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