Hongqi E-HS9

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.^[11]

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  Hongqi E115 Concept at IAA 2019
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  Rear view

The E-HS9 features a dual-colour design and comes with 22-inch wheels. It has a dimensions of 5209 mm/2010 mm/1731 mm, with a 3110 mm wheelbase.^[12] The weight is 2,700 kilograms (6,000 lb), and the drag coefficient ${\displaystyle c_{\mathrm {d} }}$ is 0.345.^[8]

Design of Hongqi E-HS9 has generally been well received and often compared to Rolls-Royce Cullinan by the automotive press.^[13][14] Both cars were designed by Giles Taylor.^[15]

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  Hongqi E-HS9 rear
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  Interior

The Hongqi E-HS9 was the first Hongqi car to enter European market. In Scandinavia, Hongqi received criticism for significant depreciation and low resale value.^[16] Hongqi E-HS9 is the fastest depreciating car according to an analysis by Vi Bilägare.^[17] Hongqi's significant depreciation and significant drop in resale value has been subjected for review by The National Board for Consumer Disputes.^[18]

The Hongqi E-HS9 is criticized for expensive maintenance, – expensive spare parts and supply delays and shortages. That, in turn, leads to high insurance premiums.^[19][20] Some of the spare parts are among the most expensive in the world.^[21][22][23]

Early owners have reported a variety of problems ranging from inadequately translated user manuals^[24] to a wide variety of small issues.^[specify]

The range and charging speed are considerably lower than the advertised specifications, which has resulted in calls for class action lawsuit in Norway.^[25]