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Hongqi E-HS9 vs Lotus Eletre
Selected trimDeluxe289 mi · 120 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi E-HS9 leads on family practicality, while the Lotus Eletre leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hongqi E-HS9 if...
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
Choose the Lotus Eletre if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Lotus Eletre wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueLotus
Hongqi
0
Lotus
4.4
Motorway RangeLotus
Hongqi
2.9
Lotus
6.7
FamilyHongqi
Hongqi
8.7
Lotus
5
ChargingLotus
Hongqi
4
Lotus
9.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Lotus Eletre
600
- 84 miles more WLTP range
- 173 litres more boot space
- 227 kW faster rapid charging
- 45 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £86,885 |
| Official range | 289 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 438 L | 611 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.9 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi E-HS9
Lotus Eletre
Length
Hongqi E-HS95,209mm
Lotus Eletre5,103mm-106mm
Width
Hongqi E-HS92,010mm-9mm
Lotus Eletre2,019mm
Height
Hongqi E-HS91,731mm
Lotus Eletre1,630mm-101mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,209 mm | 5,103 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,010 mm (better) | 2,019 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,231 mm |
| Height | 1,731 mm | 1,630 mm |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 390 mm spare (better) | 381 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 438 L | 611 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1814 L (better) | 1532 L |
| Frunk | 90 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hongqi E-HS9
- At 5,209 mm, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- A 90 L frunk, one of 11 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 90 L or more.
- 3,110 mm wheelbase, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
Lotus Eletre
- At 5,103 mm, longer than 100% of SUVs we track.
- 373 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 367 kW, faster than 95% of SUVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hongqi E-HS9 Deluxe |  Lotus Eletre 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.21m | 5.10m-106mm |
| Width | 2.01m | 2.02m+9mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.23m |
| Height | 1.73m | 1.63m-101mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.11m | 3.02m-91mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 438L | 611L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1814L (better) | 1532L |
| Frunk | 90L | Not available |
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Kerb Weight | 2,700kg | 2,640kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 120kWh (better) | 112kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 mi | 373 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 140kW | 367kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £86,885 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
* Lotus Eletre: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 289 miles | 373 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 241 miles | 311 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 140 kW | 367 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 22 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 120 kWh (better) | 109 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Lotus Eletre600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.9 sec | 4.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 405 kW | 450 kW (better) |
| Torque | 750 Nm (better) | 710 Nm |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hongqi E-HS9
Deluxe
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Lotus Eletre
600
8.3/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hongqi E-HS9 Deluxe
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant82%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Lotus Eletre 600
Lotus Eletre 600
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Buying options
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Lotus Eletre
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Lotus Eletre
- £62,5992024Car360View
- £62,9992024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi E-HS9 and Lotus Eletre like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 241 miles for the Hongqi E-HS9 and 311 miles for the Lotus Eletre - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Lotus Eletre goes roughly 70 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hongqi E-HS9 or the Lotus Eletre?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 390 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi E-HS9 and about 381 mm of total clearance for the Lotus Eletre.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .