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Hongqi E-HS9 vs Tesla Model Y
Selected trimDeluxe289 mi · 120 kWh · Not available
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi E-HS9 leads on family practicality, while the Tesla Model Y 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 Tesla Model Y 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
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model Y wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueTesla
Hongqi
0
Tesla
6.5
Motorway RangeTesla
Hongqi
2.9
Tesla
5.8
FamilyHongqi
Hongqi
8.7
Tesla
7.8
ChargingTesla
Hongqi
4
Tesla
7
Cost Per MileTesla
Hongqi
0
Tesla
7.7
City DrivingTesla
Hongqi
0.3
Tesla
3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £41,990 |
| Official range | 289 miles | 314 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 438 L | 854 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.9 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi E-HS9
Tesla Model Y
Length
Hongqi E-HS95,209mm
Tesla Model Y4,794mm-415mm
Width
Hongqi E-HS92,010mm
Tesla Model Y1,981mm-29mm
Height
Hongqi E-HS91,731mm
Tesla Model Y1,621mm-110mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5,209 mm | 4,794 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 2,010 mm | 1,981 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,731 mm | 1,621 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 390 mm spare | 419 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 438 L | 854 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1814 L | 2118 L (better) |
| Frunk | 90 L | 117 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
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 10 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.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hongqi E-HS9 Deluxe |  Tesla Model Y RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5.21m | 4.79m-415mm |
| Width | 2.01m | 1.98m-29mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.13m |
| Height | 1.73m | 1.62m-110mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.11m | Not available |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 162mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 438L | 854L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1814L | 2118L (better) |
| Frunk | 90L | 117L (better) |
| Seats | 7 (better) | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,700kg | 1,906kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 120kWh | Not available |
| Range (WLTP) | 289 mi | 314 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 140kW | 175kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £41,990 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 289 miles | 314 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 241 miles | 251 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 140 kW | 175 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 138 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 120 kWh | Not available |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.9 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 405 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 750 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
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.
Tesla Model Y
RWD
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hongqi E-HS9Deluxe | Tesla Model YRWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Tesla Model Y
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Hongqi E-HS9
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Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi E-HS9 and Tesla Model Y like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 241 miles for the Hongqi E-HS9 and 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hongqi E-HS9 or the Tesla Model Y?
The two are within 29 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y and about 390 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi E-HS9.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hongqi E-HS9 or the Tesla Model Y?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hongqi E-HS9 and 90% for the Tesla Model Y. That gives the Tesla Model Y a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model Y's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hongqi E-HS9's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .