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VW Caddy vs Hongqi E-HS9 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 551 HP), boot space and price (27800 £ vs 68600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy or Hongqi E-HS9?

VW Caddy

Hongqi E-HS9

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

Caddy

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.

VW Caddy has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27800 £ , while the Hongqi E-HS9 costs 68600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40808 £.

As for electric range, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs clearly better – achieving up to 515 km, about 394 km more than the VW Caddy.

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

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hongqi E-HS9 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.40 s. That’s about 6.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hongqi E-HS9 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 200 km/h, while the VW Caddy tops out at 186 km/h. The difference is around 14 km/h.

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

Caddy

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In curb weight, VW Caddy is decisively lighter – 1575 kg compared to 2705 kg. The difference is around 1130 kg.

When it comes to payload, VW Caddy evident takes the win – 710 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 235 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Hongqi E-HS9 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £68,600
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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
Hongqi E-HS9

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VW Caddy

The VW Caddy is the Swiss-army knife of compact vans — practical, surprisingly refined, and ready to swap a weekend adventure for a grocery run without breaking a sweat. It’s user-friendly, comfortable enough for daily driving, and sensible for buyers who want utility with a dash of style and no drama.

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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
Hongqi E-HS9

Costs and Consumption

Price
27800 - 45900 £
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
90 - 111 kWh
co2
10 - 165 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1575 - 1998 kg
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
4500 - 4853 mm
Length
5209 mm
Width
1855 mm
Width
2010 mm
Height
1819 - 1860 mm
Height
1713 - 1731 mm
Max trunk capacity
2556 - 3700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 710 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
11.4 - 14 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
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, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Hongqi
Is the VW Caddy offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include 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.