Hongqi E-HS9 SUV, starting at 68600 £

The Hongqi E-HS9 SUV impresses with 551 HP 515 km and an attractive starting price of 68600 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.

from about £68,600
E-HS9

Hongqi E-HS9

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

Design & Presence

The Hongqi E-HS9 makes a deliberate statement: it is long (5,209 mm) and wide (2,010 mm), with a face that reads more stately limousine than typical SUV, so it stops traffic for the right reasons. Chrome trim, a slab-sided profile and a tall, formal roofline give it an executive silhouette that plays well as chauffeur-driven transport. The visual heft matches the curb weight range (about 2,705–2,777 kg), so it looks as substantial as it feels when parked next to smaller rivals. That presence is the point — this is designed to impress rather than hide in a parking lot full of compact crossovers.

Interior & Usability

Inside the E-HS9 the mood is refined and deliberately luxurious, with layered surfaces, generous padding and large digital displays that dominate the dash without feeling gimmicky. Configurations for six or seven seats change the cabin’s character: a six-seat layout provides twin second-row loungers for executive comfort while the seven-seat arrangement prioritises maximum passenger capacity. Materials and fit are competitive with premium rivals, and attention to small comforts — like ample rear ventilation and adjustable seats — underscores the car’s focus on calm, long-distance travel. Practical switches and clear menus make everyday use straightforward even when the software ecosystem is feature-rich.

Space & Everyday Practicality

The E-HS9 is genuinely spacious: long wheelbase packaging yields generous second-row legroom and a third row that is usable for children or short trips, but adults will find the rearmost seats best for occasional use. Official trunk volume isn’t prominently published, and with the third row up cargo space is understandably limited, so families who regularly carry both five passengers and lots of luggage should consider folding the rear seats. Payload figures around 455–475 kg reflect the heavy but capable construction, so loading the cabin with passengers and kit remains within sensible limits. For daily school runs, airport hauls and executive transfers the interior layout is flexible enough to cover most needs.

Driving & Handling

Performance is a headline: 551 hp and 670 Nm of torque push the E-HS9 from 0–100 km/h in about 4.9 seconds, so it has true sprint-car shove rather than sedate family-SUV pace. All-wheel drive and a low centre of mass make motorway cruising feel poised, but the vehicle’s near-three-ton mass means body roll and weight are still evident when hustling through twisty roads. Steering is tuned for comfort and composure rather than razor-sharp feedback, so the driving experience favours relaxed confidence over sporty engagement. Top speed is electronically limited to around 200 km/h, which is more than enough for legal use and smooth high-speed overtakes.

Efficiency, Consumption & Range

Battery options of roughly 90 kWh or 111 kWh translate into advertised WLTP-ish ranges around 465 km or 515 km respectively, and the car’s quoted consumption is about 19.4 kWh/100 km — figures that match a large, heavy electric SUV in current real-world conditions. The larger battery buys additional range at the cost of extra mass, which is reflected in the slightly different curb weights between versions, so buyers will balance range needs against cost and payload. In everyday use expect urban range to vary with heating, speed and load; highway cruising will reduce the indicated range faster than town driving. Charging speed specifics depend on chosen battery and charger, but the bigger battery primarily offers reassurance for longer trips rather than radically different day-to-day behaviour.

Assistance & Infotainment

Hongqi equips the E-HS9 with a modern suite of driver aids and a large infotainment architecture that prioritises convenience and connectivity, including comprehensive cruise-control functions and lane-assist systems aimed at highway comfort. The large screens for infotainment and instrument display are clear and well-integrated, while the interface supports smartphone mirroring and over‑the‑air updates in many markets, keeping the software current without a dealer visit. As with many feature-rich EVs, some functions take a moment to master, but the system rewards familiarisation with genuinely useful automation on long trips. Safety hardware and parking aids make manoeuvring such a substantial vehicle easier in tight city environments.

Who is it for?

The Hongqi E-HS9 targets buyers who want a flagship electric SUV that reads like a limousine but drives like a modern EV: executives, families who prize interior space and comfort, and anyone who values presence as much as performance. With 551 hp, plush seating options for six or seven, and ranges in the mid-400s to low-500s kilometres, it suits long-haul cruisers and urban chauffeurs alike rather than sporty drivers seeking nimble handling. The combination of scale, tech and relative value compared with some European flagships will appeal to buyers looking for a commanding, well-equipped electric flagship. In short, this is a statement car for those who want to be seen and want their passengers to arrive relaxed.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
68600 - 88300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.40 kWh
Electric Range
465 - 515 km
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Curb weight
2705 - 2777 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Width
2010 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
551 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
Max Speed
-
Torque
670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
405 kW
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hongqi

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What drive types are available for the Hongqi E-HS9?

The Hongqi E-HS9 is available as 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.