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Hongqi EHS7 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Selected trimLong Range329 mi · 111 kWh · Not available
Selected trimStandard278 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
At a glance
In this comparison, Hongqi EHS7 leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hongqi EHS7 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 N 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 N leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Hongqi
0
Hyundai
4.8
Motorway RangeHongqi
Hongqi
5.6
Hyundai
3.6
FamilyHyundai
Hongqi
6.6
Hyundai
7.4
ChargingHongqi
Hongqi
8.2
Hyundai
7.4
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 EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not available | £65,800 |
| Official range | 329 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Boot space | 456 L | 480 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 20 min (better) | 27 min |
| 0-62 mph | 3.9 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hongqi EHS7
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Length
Hongqi EHS74,925mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N4,715mm-210mm
Width
Hongqi EHS71,950mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,940mm-10mm
Height
Hongqi EHS71,680mm
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N1,585mm-95mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,925 mm | 4,715 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,950 mm | 1,940 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,170 mm |
| Height | 1,680 mm | 1,585 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 450 mm spare | 460 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 456 L | 480 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1709 L (better) | 1587 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 57 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,600 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hongqi EHS7
- At 4,925 mm, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 250 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
- Peak DC charging of 240 kW, faster than 80% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hongqi EHS7 Long Range |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.92m | 4.71m-210mm |
| Width | 1.95m | 1.94m-10mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.17m |
| Height | 1.68m | 1.58m-95mm |
| Wheelbase | 3.00m | 3.00m |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 456L | 480L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1709L (better) | 1587L |
| Frunk | Not available | 57L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,533kg | 2,234kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,600kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 111kWh (better) | 84kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 329 mi (better) | 278 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 250kW (better) | 240kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | Not available | £65,800 |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 329 miles (better) | 278 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 275 miles (better) | 232 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 20 min (better) | 27 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 250 kW (better) | 240 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 111 kWh (better) | 84 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.9 sec | 3.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 452 kW | 478 kW (better) |
| Torque | 757 Nm | 770 Nm (better) |
| 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 EHS7
Long Range
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N
Base
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hongqi EHS7 Long Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users82%
Safety Assist83%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 N Base
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hongqi EHS7Long Range | Hyundai IONIQ 5 NBase |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hongqi EHS7
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hongqi EHS7 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 N like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 275 miles for the Hongqi EHS7 and 232 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hongqi EHS7 goes roughly 43 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 20-27 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hongqi EHS7 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N and about 450 mm of total clearance for the Hongqi EHS7.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hongqi EHS7 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Hongqi EHS7 and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .