Tencent Auto News Recently, FAW Hongqi's first supercar "S9" was officially unveiled at the Italian Como Elegant Competition, as a hybrid supercar, Hongqi S9 caused a sensation.
Initially, Hongqi planned to manufacture the Chinese supercar in a specialized factory in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy starting in 2022. However, these plans were later canceled. For now, production of new cars is expected to take place in China, but the exact start date remains unclear. During the official debut of the supercar, Hongqi revealed that it intends to produce only 99 S9s, each priced at US$1.45 million (about 10.23 million yuan).
The Hongqi S9 has a striking design, with a long tail with muscular fenders, recessed taillights, and a retractable spoiler that adds a sense of refinement to the rear of the car. However, there are also some details, such as the red stripes on the ventilated hood and the oversized red flag logo, that may not be very attractive compared to European competitors at the same price range as Koenigsegg and Pagani.
The interior showcases a seamless blend of futuristic elements and premium style. With a leather-wrapped instrument panel, rich carbon fibre trim, illuminated climate vents and a compact cluster of digital instruments, it exudes a modern charm. The square steering wheel integrates a second screen, and instead of an infotainment touchscreen on the center console, it is compensated for by a series of physical buttons and a Lamborghini-style start-stop switch that adds a touch of uniqueness to the cockpit design.
The Hongqi S9 was originally unveiled as a concept car at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, while a significantly improved pre-production model was unveiled at the 2021 Shanghai Motor Show. Its hybrid system consists of a turbocharged V8 engine and three electric motors with a total output of up to 1,400 horsepower. The S9 claims a top speed of 400 km/h (249 mph), and it can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in a staggering 1.9 seconds. While slightly slower than the current production vehicle record holder, the all-electric Rimac Nevera (1.81 seconds), the S9 still demonstrates exceptional performance.
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