Hongqi HQ9#M9
{{Short description|Chinese luxury minivan}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Hongqi HQ9
| image = 2022 Hongqi HQ9 (front).jpg
| caption =
| manufacturer = Hongqi (FAW Group)
| aka = {{ubl
| Bestune M9
| Hongqi C095 (development code)
}}
| production = 2022–present
| assembly = China: Changchun, Jilin
| class = Minivan
| body_style = 5-door minivan
| platform =
| related =
| engine = 2.0 L CA4GC20TD-35 I4
| powerout = {{convert|252|hp|kW PS|0|abbr=on}}
| motor = 48 V permanent magnet synchronous motor
| transmission = 8-speed automatic
| battery = 1.6 kWh nickel–metal hydride
| drivetrain = Power-split
| wheelbase = {{convert|3200|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5222|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|2005|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1892|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|2885|kg|lb|0|abbr=on}}
}}
The Hongqi HQ9 is a luxury minivan produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer Hongqi, a subsidiary of FAW Group.
Overview
The Hongqi HQ9 is a 7-seater vehicle. The interior features leather seats, wooden trim, and a two-screen setup. The center console is dominated by a large wireless charging pad and additionally, a 16-speaker Dynaudio sound system is in charge of the music. The front row of the HQ9 has a digital instrument cluster and a central infotainment screen on the dashboard.{{Cite web |title=China's Hongqi Is Making Its First Luxury Minivan, The HQ9|url=https://www.carscoops.com/2022/08/chinas-hongqi-is-making-its-first-luxury-minivan-the-hq9/|access-date=2022-09-21 |website=carscoops.com}}
The Hongqi HQ9 is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine plus 48V mild hybrid system with a maximum output of 252 hp and 380Nm, mated to an eight-speed semi-automatic transmission. Acceleration time from 0 to {{cvt|100|km/h}} is 9.5 seconds and fuel consumption is 8.8L/100 km.{{Cite web |title=Hongqi HQ9 MPV Launched In China, Price Starts At 50,900 USD|url=https://carnewschina.com/2022/09/22/hongqi-hq9-mpv-launched-in-china-price-starts-at-50900-usd/|access-date=2022-09-21 |website=carnewschina.com|date=21 September 2022 }}
File:2022 Hongqi HQ9 (rear).jpg|Rear view
File:Dashboard of a Hongqi HQ9 (20230312112816).jpg|Interior
File:Middle-row seat on a Hongqi HQ9 (20230312112810).jpg|Rear passenger seating
Bestune M9
A rebadged version produced by Bestune was set to be launched in November 2022 during the 2022 Guangzhou Auto Show. Bestune's version of the MPV was expected to be named the Bestune M9, and features restyled front and rear end designs.{{Cite web |title=FAW Bestune's all-new MPV expected to hit market at Auto Guangzhou 2022|url=https://autonews.gasgoo.com/m/70021406.html|access-date=2022-09-21 |website=autonews.gasgoo.com}}
File:Bestune M9 001.jpg|Bestune M9
File:Bestune M9 002.jpg|Rear view