Global EV Comparison: Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh vs BMW iX xDrive60
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) has a starting price of €102995, compared to the BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...), which starts at €99900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €102995 | €99900 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €94985 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) has a larger battery, the BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 586 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 515 km | 701 km |
| Range (GCC) | 438 km | 553 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 120 kWh | 115 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 112 kWh | 109.1 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 25.6 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.91 km/kWh | 5.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.9 | 8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 195 kW, while the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) maxes out at 130 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 130 kW | 195 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.8 | 7.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) has more power, the BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 405 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 543 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 750 Nm | 765 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 200 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.2 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
The Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5209 mm | 4965 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Height | 1731 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) features a larger trunk, but the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...), but the BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The BMW iX xDrive60 (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh (2023-...).
| Property | Hongqi E-HS9 120 kWh | BMW iX xDrive60 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2777 kg | 2580 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 438 l | 500 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1814 l | 1750 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 90 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.6 | 8.4 |
