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VW Caddy Compact Van vs Hongqi E-HS9 comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (25800 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy Compact Van or Hongqi E-HS9?

VW Caddy Compact Van vs Hongqi E-HS9: Key differences

VW Caddy Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter

Hongqi E-HS9

  • decisively more power
  • decisively more electric range

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

Caddy Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Caddy Compact Van has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42746 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs decisively better – achieving up to 515 km, about 395 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.

E-HS9

Engine and Performance:

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 has a decisively edge – offering 551 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 401 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hongqi E-HS9 pulls decisively stronger with 670 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 350 Nm difference.

Caddy Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

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 significantly more seating capacity – 7 vs 2.

In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is significantly lighter – 1442 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 1263 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van distinct takes the win – 759 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hongqi E-HS9 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.

VW Caddy Compact Van
Hongqi E-HS9

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E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 551 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.40 kWh
  • Electric Range : 465 - 515 km

VW Caddy Compact Van

The VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.

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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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VW Caddy Compact Van
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
25800 - 42300 £
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
117 - 120 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
11 - 154 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Length
-
Width
1855 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1819 - 1823 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
628 - 759 kg
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Hongqi
Is the VW Caddy Compact Van offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Caddy Compact Van is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.