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HQ EHS5Release date and price in Australia

The HQ EHS5 is confirmed for Australia. Timing: Around April 2027. Price: Not announced. HQ says it will price below the German luxury brands. We'll add full running costs, charging costs by state and cost to own as soon as Australian pricing and specs are confirmed.

Confirmed for AustraliaStatus
Around April 2027Expected
ElectricPowertrain
Not announced. HQ says it will price below the German luxury brandsPrice

What we know so far

Mostly overseas specifications. Australian versions can differ.

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.

MiniCountryman ElectricMini Countryman Electric
462 kmSmall SUVClaimed range63.8 kWh battery4.45 m long
From $64,990 + on-roads462 km range≈ $13.13/week to chargeKiaNiro EVKia Niro EV
463 kmSmall SUVClaimed range64.8 kWh battery4.42 m long
From $65,300 + on-roads463 km range≈ $13.13/week to chargeFordMustang Mach-EFord Mustang Mach-E
600 kmMid-size SUVClaimed range88 kWh battery4.71 m long
From $65,990 + on-roads600 km range≈ $17.35/week to charge

More from HQ (Hongqi)

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Every car coming to Australia

Common questions

When is the HQ EHS5 coming to Australia?

Around April 2027.

How much will the HQ EHS5 cost in Australia?

Not announced. HQ says it will price below the German luxury brands.

What can I buy now instead of the HQ EHS5?

The closest cars on sale now are the Mini Countryman Electric, Kia Niro EV and Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Source: Cars24: Hongqi's three electric SUVs for Australia detailed (Sep 2026). Launch dates and prices often change; we check monthly.

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