Hongqi H5 Explained

Hongqi H5 should not be confused with Haval H5.

Hongqi H5
Manufacturer:Hongqi
Production:2017–present
Class:Compact executive car (D)
Layout:Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Predecessor:Bestune B90

The Hongqi H5 is a Compact executive car manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer FAW under the luxury Hongqi marque from 2017. It was positioned under the Hongqi H7 full-size luxury car.[1] The second generation Hongqi H5 was unveiled in 2022 with updated design language shared with the Hongqi H9 flagship. __TOC__

First generation (2017–2022)

Hongqi H5
Production:2017–2022
Manufacturer:Hongqi
Assembly:Changchun (FAW Group)
Layout:FF layout
Class:Compact executive car (D)
Engine:1.5 L CA4GB15TD-30 I4 (turbo petrol)
1.8 L CA4GC18TD-30 I4 (turbo petrol)
Motor:Belt-Driven Starter Generator
Transmission:7-speed DCT (1.5 L)
6-speed automatic (1.8 L)
Drivetrain:48V light hybrid system (MHEV) (1.8T)
Wheelbase:28751NaN1
Length:49451NaN1
Width:18451NaN1
Height:14701NaN1
Platform:Mazda GJ platform
Body Style:4-door sedan
Related:Mazda 6
Predecessor:Bestune B90
Successor:Hongqi H5 II
Hongqi E-QM5 (Electric)
Hongqi H6

The first generation Hongqi H5 was originally reviewed as a preproduction concept during the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show,[2] the production Hongqi H5 mid-size sedan debuted on the 2017 Guangzhou Auto Show. The Hongqi H5 is based on the same platform as the third generation Mazda 6 (GJ/GL), which is known as Mazda Atenza (produced by FAW-Mazda joint venture) in the Chinese market.[3]

Powertrain

For the 2018 model year, the only engine option was a 1.8-litre turbo producing and of torque, the engine was mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.[4] with prices ranging from 149,800 to 195,800 yuan.[5]

For the 2020 model year, The 1.8-liter turbo was updated with a 48V mild hybrid system producing and of torque, and the transmission remained to be the 6-speed automatic gearbox. a new 1.5-litre turbo producing and of torque mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox option was added to the production line. With prices ranging from 145,800 to 190,800 yuan.[6]

Hongqi H5 Sports

The Hongqi H5 Sports was offered as a sports oriented appearance package for the Hongqi H5. It featured a more aggressive looking front and rear bumper, a reworked grille, glossy black trim accents and a boot-mounted spoiler, and quad exhaust tips. However, the powertrain remained to be the same and was unchanged.[7]

Second generation (2022–present)

Hongqi H5 II
Aka:Hongqi Ousado (Middle East)
Production:2022–present
Manufacturer:Hongqi
Assembly:Changchun (FAW Group)
Layout:FF layout
Class:Executive car (E)
Engine:1.5 L CA4GB15TD-30 I4 (turbo petrol)
2.0 L CA4GC20TD-33 I4 (turbo petrol)
Motor:Belt-Driven Starter Generator
Transmission:7-speed DCT (1.5 L)
8-speed automatic (2.0 L)
E-CVT (1.5T HEV)
Drivetrain:Hybrid (1.5T)
Wheelbase:29201NaN1
Length:49881NaN1
Width:18751NaN1
Height:14701NaN1
Body Style:4-door sedan
Related:Hongqi HS5
Hongqi E-QM5
Bestune B70 III
Predecessor:Hongqi H5 I
Designer:Xiu Yi

Media images of the second generation Hongqi H5 were released in March 2022. The second generation model features a completely redesigned exterior in the same style of the Hongqi H9 flagship.[8]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hongqi H5 Sedan Is Ready For The Chinese Auto Market. 8 November 2017 .
  2. Web site: Hongqi H5 Unveiled On The Shanghai Auto Show In China. 19 April 2017 .
  3. Web site: This Is The New Hongqi H5 Sedan For China. 25 May 2017 .
  4. Web site: New Official Images Of The Hongqi H5 Sedan For China. 11 August 2017 .
  5. Web site: 一汽红旗-红旗H5 全部.
  6. Web site: 2020长春车展:2020款红旗H5正式上市.
  7. Web site: China State Limo Maker Hongqi's H5 Sports Sedan Looks Surprisingly Good.
  8. Web site: 一台小号H9?新一代红旗H5官图发布.