Hongqi HS6
| Hongqi HS6 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Hongqi (FAW Group) |
| Production | 2025–present |
| Assembly | China: Changchun, Jilin |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Mid-size luxury crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform | Honggu Hybrid Platform (鸿鹄 混动平台) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm (114.2 in) |
| Length | 4,900 mm (192.9 in) |
| Width | 1,960 mm (77.2 in) |
| Height | 1,730 mm (68.1 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,755–1,805 kg (3,869–3,979 lb) |
The Hongqi HS6 is a plug-in hybrid mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Chinese automobile manufacturer Hongqi, a subsidiary of FAW Group from 2025. The HS6 was unveiled in September 19, 2025. It has been sold on the Chinese market since December 16, 2025.[1][2] The model was developed under the direction of designers including Giles Taylor, formerly of Rolls-Royce, reflecting Hongqi’s push toward more globally competitive design standards.[3][2]
Overview
The HS6 was positioned above the Hongqi HS5 and serves as a more technologically advanced and electrified offering in the brand’s SUV range.[4] The vehicle is built on Hongqi’s dedicated plug-in hybrid architecture, reflecting the company’s increasing focus on long-range hybrid systems as a bridge between internal combustion and fully electric vehicles.[4][5]
Powertrain
The HS6 is equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain combining a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine with electric motors.[6]
Multiple drivetrain configurations are offered, including front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants.[4] The system is designed to deliver both strong performance and extended driving range, a key competitive factor in China’s hybrid SUV market.[4][5]
Performance and range
In November 2025, the HS6 set a Guinness World Record for the longest distance traveled by a plug-in hybrid SUV without refueling or recharging, covering 2,327 km between Shangri-La and Guangzhou.[7][6]
The test route included significant elevation changes, highlighting the vehicle’s efficiency under varied driving conditions.[6]
Technology
The HS6 features an intelligent cockpit system incorporating artificial intelligence technologies developed in collaboration with Alibaba Cloud.[8]
The system enables voice interaction, contextual assistance, and integration with cloud-based services, reflecting broader industry trends toward software-defined vehicles.
References
- ^ "红旗HS6 PHEV实车亮相 插混中大型SUV 最大纯电续航为205km". 19 September 2025. Retrieved 12 January 2026.
- ^ a b "Hongqi HS6 PHEV goes on sale, starting at 178,800 yuan". Gasgoo. 17 December 2025.
- ^ "Hongqi HS6 PHEV: Where Art Meets Engineering in China's Record-Breaking Luxury SUV". Yanko Design. 7 November 2025.
- ^ a b c d "FAW Hongqi launches HS6 PHEV flagship SUV". MarkLines. 18 December 2025.
- ^ a b "Hongqi HS6 PHEV goes on sale, starting at 178,800 yuan". Gasgoo. 17 December 2025.
- ^ a b c "Hongqi HS6 PHEV sets Guinness World Record with 2,327 km drive". CN Tech News. 6 November 2025.
- ^ "Hongqi HS6 sets Guinness World Record for longest PHEV SUV range". AutoBuzz. 7 November 2025.
- ^ "Hongqi integrates Alibaba Cloud AI agent into in-car system with HS6 PHEV debut". Gasgoo. 27 March 2026.