Long-running brand, known for making Chinese president's state limo, to launch in Europe with BMW 5 Series-rivalling EV
Chinese luxury firm Hongqi, the country’s oldest car brand, is set to enter the UK market in 2026 with a pair of electric models. The firm, whose name translates ‘red flag’, was founded in 1958 before private car ownership was legal in China, and is best known for its line of vehicles used by the Chinese president along with state and local dignitaries. It is now owner by Chinese giant FAW, and offers a range of luxury and premium executive cars and SUVs.
Asked what position it will take in the market Taylor told Autocar: “These are premium offerings, and when we designed the car we thought of it as a BMW 5 Series competitor.” The top-end versions of the EH7 and EHS7 share a twin motor powertrain that offers 610bhp and 558lb ft of torque, giving the saloon a 0-62mph time of 3.5secs. The SUV is 0.4secs slower over the same distance. Rear-drive single-motor versions will also be offered.
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