Hongqi E-HS9

The Hongqi E-HS9 is an electric full-size luxury SUV made by Hongqi.

Overview
Originally previewed by the Hongqi E115 Concept during the 2019 International Motor Show Germany (IAA) and 2019 Guangzhou Auto Show, the production Hongqi E-HS9 was first shown at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show.

The E-HS9 features a dual-color design and comes with 22-inch wheels. It has a dimensions of 5209 mm/2010 mm/1731 mm, with a 3110 mm wheelbase. The weight is 2700 kg, and the drag coefficient $$c_\mathrm{d}$$ is 0.345.

Technology
The Hongqi E-HS9 is equipped with an intelligent sensor steering wheel and six smart screens, capable of functions such as AR real scene navigation and remote vehicle control by mobile phone, including unlocking, temperature regulation, smart voice control, and vehicle locating. The Hongqi E-HS9 is equipped with the L3+ autonomous driving system and OTA.

Performance
The E-HS9 is available in two different performance variants. The lower-spec model features one electric motor for each axle rated at 215 hp each, with 430 hp combined. The top-trim model features a 329 hp motor for the rear axle, with a combined power of 544 hp. The acceleration of the seven-passenger SUV from 0 to 60 mph is within 5 seconds. According to Hongqi, the E-HS9 can travel approximately 300 mi on a charge.

Battery and Charging
The E-HS9 has a 92.5-kilowatt-hour battery unit with 108 kW CCS-plug. The car supports wireless charging technology or non-contact charging, which can fully charge the vehicle in 8.4 hours. The E-HS9 vehicle battery is specially designed with the fully-covered side battery protection structure. In terms of endurance, the NEDC range of Hongqi E-HS9 can reach up to 510 km. The vehicle can autonomously park itself and adjust air suspension height for the best wireless charging alignment with charging efficiency up to 91%.