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Hongqi E-HS9 vs BYD Tang
The BYD Tang and Hongqi E‑HS9 sit in the large electric SUV category. Both target buyers who want three-row seating and strong performance from a full-size EV. The BYD model focuses on practical family transport with high power and competitive pricing. The Hongqi model targets buyers who want a larger luxury SUV with premium interior features and limousine-style presence.
Range figures show moderate differences between the vehicles. The BYD Tang delivers about 400 km WLTP range with real-world estimates near 355 km depending on conditions. Fast charging reaches about 120 kW with a 10 to 80 percent session around 35 minutes. The Hongqi E-HS9 offers larger battery options and WLTP range up to about 515 km on long-range versions. DC charging peaks around 130 kW, with 10 to 80 percent charging roughly 45 minutes depending on the battery pack.
Price positioning separates the two SUVs. The BYD Tang sits in the upper-mid electric SUV bracket and competes with mainstream large EV SUVs in Europe and Asia. The Hongqi E-HS9 sits higher in the luxury EV SUV category with a larger body, more interior screens, and limousine-style seating layouts. Market availability also differs. The BYD model sells across Europe and several global markets through BYD. The Hongqi model sells mainly in China with limited European distribution through Hongqi. This page helps readers decide between a performance-focused large SUV and a luxury-focused flagship electric SUV.
BYD Tang provides strong acceleration for a large SUV, practical three-row family layout, and lower purchase cost for the segment, though driving range is shorter than newer long-range EVs and interior design feels simpler than luxury competitors. Hongqi E-HS9 delivers large battery capacity with longer driving range, highly luxurious interior design with multiple displays, and strong dual-motor performance, though vehicle weight is high and price sits well above many large electric SUVs.
QUICK VERDICT; Choose the BYD Tang if you want a performance oriented family SUV with lower entry cost. Choose the Hongqi E-HS9 if your focus involves maximum luxury space and flagship electric SUV presence.
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MODEL
| Models |
Hongqi E-HS9 84kWh Hongqi E-HS9 99kWh |
LAUNCH
| Announced |
2021, October 2024, January 26 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2022, February 15 Available to order. Released 2024, December |
| Country of origin | China China |
| Base Price |
€ 65,300 € 76,500 € 69,600 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power |
AWD 435 hp (320 kW) AWD 551 hp (405 kW) AWD 517 hp (380 kW) |
| Torque |
600 Nm (443 lb-ft) 750 Nm (553 lb-ft) 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
6.5 sec 0-62 mph 4.9 sec 0-62 mph 4.9 sec 0-62 mph |
| Max Speed |
124 mph (200 km/h)
112 mph (180 km/h) |
| transmission | Single-speed Single-speed |
BATTERY
| Capacity |
76.5 kWh usable, 84 kWh total 90 kWh usable, 99 kWh total 108 kWh total |
| Tech |
Liquid-cooled Li-ion 350V Liquid-cooled Li-ion 410V Liquid-cooled Li-ion LFP battery |
| Range |
246 mi WLTP 289 mi WLTP 329 mi WLTP |
| Consumption | Consumption |
| Recuperation |
Yes, 6 modes
Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS 140 kW CCS 190 kW |
| Others | Vehicle to load (V2L) Vehicle to load (V2L) |
BODY
| Type |
5 door SUV, 6/7 seats 5 door SUV, 5/7 seats |
| Platform | e-platform 3.0 |
| Dimensions |
5209 x 2010 x 1713 mm (205.1 x 79.1 x 67.4 in) 4870 x 1950 x 1725 mm (191.7 x 76.8 x 67.9 in) |
| Drag Co-Efficient |
0.345 Cd 0.335 Cd |
| Wheelbase |
3110 mm (122.4 in) 2820 mm (111.0 in) |
| Weight |
EU: 2505 kg unladen, 3130 kg gross EU: 2630 kg unladen, 3180 kg gross EU: 2705 kg unladen, 3204 kg gross |
| Suspension |
Front double wishbone, rear multi-link, air suspension, Intelligent damper control system Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link, independent front and rear suspension |
| Wheels | R20, R21, R22 R20, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot |
EU: 476 l, 918 l max EU: 940 l, 1655 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No No |
| Towing | EU: 1500 kg braked EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1500 kg braked |
DISPLAYS
| Centre |
16.2" touchscreen 12.8" rotating touchscreen |
| Driver's Display |
16.2" 12.3" |
| Head-Up | Yes No |
COMFORT
| Seats |
Adjustable, heated/ventilated front (with massage) and rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats |
| Roof |
Panoramic glass roof, fixed Panoramic glass roof, tilt & slide |
| Parking Aids |
Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Automatic Parking Assist Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity |
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Others |
4-zone climatronic |
SAFETY
| Airbags |
Front, side, rear, head airbag system 8 airbags: front, side, rear, 3rd row side, including head airbag system |
| Driving Aids |
Front radar, 5 cameras, 12 sensors. Driver Status Monitor, Front Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane departure warning system, Lane Keeping Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Detection 3 radars, 8 cameras, 12 sensors. Blind Spot Warning, High Beam Assist, Advanced Driver Assistance System, Lane departure Warning, Predictive Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traffic Sign Recognition |
Note
| Others | For European market |
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