China’s Hongqi is venturing into the world of MPVs and a prototype of its upcoming HQ9 has been spotted without any camouflage. The Hongqi HQ9 has a similar design aesthetic to the brand’s other models. As such, the front end is dominated by a massive grille with pronounced vertical slates and the automaker’s famed ‘Red flag’ motif. Adding to the sleek look of the MPV are LED headlights and daytime running lights that flow neatly into the edges of the grille.
These images published by Autohome also
show the HQ9 from the side where we can see that it sports a very upright roof
and has chrome trimmings around the side window frames. The chunky D-pillars
also catch the eye. Spin around to the rear of the HQ9 and you will find a
pronounced spoiler stretching off from the roof and incorporating a third brake
light. Curvaceous taillights also catch the eye, as does the LED light bar.
Various images of the vehicle’s interior
have also surfaced. They show that the HQ9 has a digital instrument cluster and
a large central infotainment screen taking pride of place on the dashboard.
Elsewhere, we can see a small gear shifter on the center console and what
appears to be a wireless phone charging pad.
Like other Hongqi models, the HS9 will be
very luxurious. This is especially evident in the second row where there are
seats clad in dark red leather and complete with various electronic
adjustments, including deployable footrests. Local media reports that the Hongqi
HQ9 will leave the factory with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine
pumping out 252 hp. A plug-in hybrid variant is also possible, although
specifications about this powertrain are not yet available.
