Hongqi’s new flagship H9 rolls off production line, to hit the market in June

Shanghai (Gasgoo)- The H9, a brand-new flagship of Hongqi's H series, has recently rolled off the production line, according to a local media outlet. The new full-sized sedan is now available for presale and will hit the market in June.

(Hongqi H9, photo source: Hongqi's WeChat account)

The H9 measures 5,137mm in length, 1,904mm in width and 1,493mm in height with a wheelbase of 3,060mm. Hongqi touts the “silver ratio” design of the front which follows the brand's iconic elegant presence. The protruding red trim makes the front particularly unmistakable.

(Hongqi H9, photo source: Hongqi's WeChat account)

Inherited Hongqi's signature body fashion, the side profile will impress you with the flowing lines extending from the headlamps to the rear. The graceful character is accentuated by the hatchback-like rear window. The eye-catching rear integrates modern techniques with Chinese culture elements such as the Tian'anmen Rostrum of Beijing.

The automaker said the Hongqi H9 will be offered in 7 color options, including 2 dual-tone color schemes and 5 single color schemes.

The four-seater cockpit features comfortable “zero gravity” seats, the active noise reduction system and the fragrance dispenser. Besides, the 12-inch high-definition head-up display, the streaming media rearview mirror and the Level 2.5 intelligent advance driver assistance system are offered to cater to tech-savvy consumers.

(Hongqi H9, photo source: Hongqi's WeChat account)

The new model is said to be powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that churns 185kW and 380 N·m of peak torque. The high-spec variant will carry a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine coupled with an air suspension.

Hongqi sold over 14,500 new vehicles in April, posting a stupendous year-on-year growth of 168%. The year-to-date sales surged 111% from a year ago to more than 39,500 units.

FAW Group achieved its highest-ever annual sales of Hongqi with a total of 100,166 vehicles sold in 2019, a surge of 200% over the same period of the previous year. It aims to double Hongqi's sales to 200,000 units this year. In addition, Hongqi will introduce 21 new models over the next five years, covering L, S, H and Q series, 18 of which will be new energy vehicles.