Hongqi's EHS4 electric SUV nears Australian launch in 2027

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 10 Nov, 03:02 · Archive

Chinese luxury brand Hongqi is launching in Australia under the HQ brand, with the entry-level EHS4 electric SUV following its flagship E-HS9.

Premium Chinese brand Hongqi is entering the Australian market early next year under the name HQ. The flagship E-HS9 has received Australian Design Rule (ADR) certification, with customer deliveries set to begin in January 2027. The entry-level EHS4, a small electric SUV, has now also passed ADR certification and will follow within six months, along with a larger EHS5 model.

The EHS4 is closely related to the Leapmotor B10, measuring 4540mm long and 1890mm wide on a 2740mm wheelbase. It features four-wheel independent suspension with MacPherson struts at the front and a five-link setup at the rear. The EHS4 has a single 160kW electric motor producing 240Nm of torque, paired with a 67.1kWh lithium iron phosphate battery and a 400V electrical system supporting a maximum DC fast-charge rate of 168kW. These specifications match the Australian-market B10.

Hongqi has restyled the vehicle for the Australian market, applying new front-end styling and tweaked rear-end styling, along with a restyled dashboard, door panels and steering wheel.

How it is being reported

• Leapmotor B10’s more luxurious cousin nears Australian launchChinese luxury brand HQ's local lineup will open with a familiar-looking small electric SUV, due here in 2027.Perth Now · 10 Nov, 02:51
• Leapmotor B10’s more luxurious cousin nears Australian launchChinese luxury brand HQ's local lineup will open with a familiar-looking small electric SUV, due here in 2027.The West Australian · 10 Nov, 02:51

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