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HQ E-HS9Release date and price in Australia

The HQ E-HS9 is confirmed for Australia. Timing: Launch event in Sydney on 11 November 2026, first customer deliveries from 18 January 2027. Price: Not announced yet (expected at the 11 November launch).

HQ (Hongqi) E-HS9

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Confirmed for AustraliaStatus
Launch event in Sydney on 11 November 2026, first customer deliveries from 18 January 2027Expected
ElectricPowertrain
Not announced yet (expected at the 11 November launch). HQ's website takes a $2,000 deposit, and HQ says it will price below the German brandsPrice

What we know so far

About HQ (Hongqi)

LuxuryOwned by FAW (China)

Hongqi ('Red Flag') has built China's official state limousines since 1958. Launching here as HQ. Who owns which car brand.

On sale now: the closest alternatives

If you don't want to wait, these are the nearest cars you can buy today, with full running costs.

HyundaiIoniq 9Hyundai Ioniq 9
600 km7-seat large SUVClaimed range106 kWh battery5.06 m long
From $119,750 + on-roads (estimate)600 km range≈ $19.32/week to charge314 kW · 0–100 5.2 sToo new to tellPolestar3Polestar 3
635 kmLarge luxury SUVClaimed range, Long Range Dual Motor (from 593 km)106 kWh battery4.90 m long
From $116,700 + on-roads635 km range≈ $17.72/week to charge220–360 kW · 0–100 from 5 sEstablishedMercedes-BenzGLC electricMercedes-Benz GLC electric
630 kmMid-size luxury SUVClaimed range94.4 kWh battery4.84 m long
From $112,200 + on-roads630 km range≈ $16.04/week to charge360 kW · 0–100 4.3 sToo new to tell

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Common questions

When is the HQ E-HS9 coming to Australia?

Launch event in Sydney on 11 November 2026, first customer deliveries from 18 January 2027.

How much will the HQ E-HS9 cost in Australia?

Not announced yet (expected at the 11 November launch). HQ's website takes a $2,000 deposit, and HQ says it will price below the German brands.

What can I buy now instead of the HQ E-HS9?

The closest cars on sale now are the Hyundai Ioniq 9, Polestar 3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC electric.

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