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Hongqi EHS5 vs Subaru Solterra
Selected trimBasic342 mi · 85 kWh · Not available
Selected trimLimitedChange trim289 mi · 71 kWh · £52,505
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi EHS5 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Subaru Solterra leads on value for money, family practicality and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hongqi EHS5 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Subaru Solterra if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Subaru Solterra leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSubaru
Hongqi
0
Subaru
4.3
Motorway RangeHongqi
Hongqi
7.7
Subaru
6.1
FamilySubaru
Hongqi
6.1
Subaru
6.7
ChargingHongqi
Hongqi
6.7
Subaru
5.3
Cost Per Mile
Hongqi
4.9
Subaru
5.3
Too close to call
City DrivingSubaru
Hongqi
2.7
Subaru
3.9
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Subaru SolterraLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £52,505 |
| Official range | 342 miles (better) | 289 miles |
| Boot space | 450 L | 452 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min | 20 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi EHS5
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Length
Hongqi EHS54,760mm
Subaru Solterra4,690mm-70mm
Width
Hongqi EHS51,920mm
Subaru Solterra1,860mm-60mm
Height
Hongqi EHS51,660mm
Subaru Solterra1,650mm-10mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Subaru SolterraLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,760 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,920 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 11.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 480 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
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| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Subaru SolterraLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 3 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 450 L | 452 L (better) |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hongqi EHS5 Basic |  Subaru Solterra Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.76m | 4.69m-70mm |
| Width | 1.92m | 1.86m-60mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.65m-10mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.85m-50mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 211mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 450L | 452L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 11.2m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,015kg | 2,015kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 85kWh (better) | 71kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 342 mi (better) | 289 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £52,505 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2023+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Subaru SolterraLimited |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 342 miles (better) | 289 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 285 miles (better) | 241 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min | 20 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 85 kWh (better) | 71 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V (better) | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS5Basic | Subaru SolterraLimited |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.5 sec (better) | 6.9 sec |
| Power | 253 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 400 Nm (better) | 336 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
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Hongqi EHS5
Basic
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Subaru Solterra
Limited
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hongqi EHS5 Basic
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant81%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Subaru Solterra Limited
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi EHS5 and Subaru Solterra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 285 miles for the Hongqi EHS5 and 241 miles for the Subaru Solterra - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hongqi EHS5 goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-20 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hongqi EHS5 or the Subaru Solterra?
The Subaru Solterra is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 60 mm narrower than the Hongqi EHS5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Subaru Solterra and about 480 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi EHS5.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hongqi EHS5 or the Subaru Solterra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hongqi EHS5 and 84% for the Subaru Solterra. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
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