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Hongqi · Compact SUV

Hongqi HS3

✓ Verified · checked 22 Oct 2026
From
AED 89,900
UAE retail, 1.5T Luxury (base trim, MY 2025), incl. VAT
2 trims · prices for United Arab Emirates
  • Max power252 hp
  • 0–100 km/h6.9 s
  • Seats5
  • Powertrain1.5L turbo petrol, 7-speed DCT
  • DrivetrainFWD

Difference between trims

Only what changes between the 2 trims.

Source: Spec sheet: hs3.pdf
Spec1.5T 2WD2.0T 4WD
Price (AED) not knownnot known
Acceleration 0-100 km/h [s] 9.9 s6.9 s
Displacement [L] 1.5T2.0T
Max Power [kW] 124 kW (168 hp)185 kW (252 hp)
Max Torque [Nm] 258 Nm380 Nm
Fuel Consumption [L/100km] 5.45.9
Drive Mode (drive system) FWD4WD
Transmission 7DCT8AT
Tyre 235/55R18235/50R19
Front Parking Sensor —✓
Hill Descent Control (HDC) —✓
Automatic Leveling System (ALS) —✓
Welcome Light —✓
Interior Ambient Lighting (footwells, dashboard, four door trims) ✓—
Interior Ambient Lighting (footwells, dashboard, four door trims, auxiliary instrument panel) —✓
Side Flag Light —✓
Imitation Leather Seats ✓—
Leather Seats —✓
Driver's Seat Electrical Adjustments (6-way) ✓—
Driver's Seat Electrical Adjustments (12-way) with Position Memory Function —✓
Negative Oxygen Ion Generator —✓
Active Grille —✓
Electrical Adjustment Outside Mirrors with Electrical Folding, Lock Folding, Heating Function ✓—
Electrical Adjustment Outside Mirrors with Electrical Folding, Lock Folding, Heating, Position Memory Function, Reverse Automatic Rolling Down Function —✓
Automatic Anti-Glare Interior Mirror —✓
8 Speakers ✓—
10 Speakers (Dyn Audio) —✓
Speakers 810
PVC Multi-Function Steering Wheel ✓—
Leather Multi-Function Steering Wheel —✓
40W Wireless Phone Charging —✓
Drive Mode (Comfort, Eco, Sport) ✓—
Drive Mode (Comfort, Eco, Sport, Sport+, Custom) —✓
Automatic Parking —✓
Induction Trunk —✓

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Same on all trims

SpecAll 2 trims
Length × Width × Height [mm] 4655 × 1900 × 1668
Wheelbase [mm] 2770
Engine Technology Direct Injection + Turbo Charging
Idle Start-Stop System ✓
Shift Lever Type Electronic Control
Spare Tyre ✓
Front Suspension Type McPherson Independent Suspension
Rear Suspension Type Multi-Link Independent Suspension
Steering System EPS
Airbags 6
Driver Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag & Front Seats Airbags ✓
Dual Curtain Airbags ✓
ABS+EBD+EBA+TCS+ESP+EPB ✓
TPMS (with pressure display and warning) ✓
Rear Parking Sensor ✓
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ✓
Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA) ✓
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) ✓
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) ✓
Forward Collision Warning System (FCW) ✓
Rear Collision Warning System (RCW) ✓
Door Opening Anti-Collision Warning System ✓
Lane Change Assist System ✓
Fatigue Monitoring System ✓
Hill Start Assist Control (HAC) ✓
E-CALL (for GCC Nations) ✓
LED Headlamp + Daytime Running Lamp + Brake Lamp ✓
Auto Headlamp + Follow me Home Function ✓
Intelligent High-Beam Control (IHC) ✓
Front Passenger's Seat Electrical Adjustments (4-way) ✓
Rear Seat Back Angle Adjustment and Proportional Fold ✓
Front Seats with Heating Function ✓
Front Seats with Ventilation Function ✓
Automatic A/C (2 Zone) ✓
Around View Monitor (AVM) ✓
Rain Conductive Front Windshield Wiper ✓
Panorama Glass Sunroof ✓
Multimedia Infotainment System ✓
12.6 Inch LCD Multimedia Screen 12.6-inch infotainment + 12.3-inch instrument cluster
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) ✓
12.3 Inch LCD Screen Instrument ✓
Engine Keyless Start/Stop ✓
Front Door Keyless Entry ✓
Windows, Sunroof Automatically Closed When Locked Car ✓
Steering Wheel Manual Adjustment ✓
120 km/h Speed Limit Warning ✓
USB Sockets, Front 2 (Type A + Type C), Rear 2 (Type A + Type C) ✓
USB Socket, Top Ceiling 1 ✓
15W Wireless Phone Charging ✓
AUTOHOLD ✓
Electric Trunk (with Stop Function) ✓

Where to buy in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

ALTAWKILAT Universal Motors - HongqiAbu Dhabi202 Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan St · Sat 9 AM–8:30 PM · Sun 2–8:30 PM · Mon–Fri 9 AM–8:30 PM
OneRoad Automotive - ForthingDubaiPlot 364 - 291 Sheikh Zayed Rd - near OnPassive Metro Station · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
OneRoad Automotive - ForthingAbu DhabiF9QF+97 · Daily 9 AM–8 PM
OneRoad Automotive - ForthingFujairahMohamed Bin Matar Road · Sat 9 AM–9 PM · Sun 10 AM–9 PM · Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM

Overview

The Hongqi HS3 is a compact five-door SUV from China's Hongqi brand. It starts with a 168 hp 1.5L turbo petrol, front-wheel drive and a 7-speed DCT, and has dual 12.3" and 12.6" screens and 6 airbags. A 252 hp 2.0T 4WD Flagship is available for more.

Pros

  • Competitive UAE starting price of AED 89,900 including VAT
  • Two large screens (12.6" and 12.3") as standard
  • 6 airbags and a broad list of driver-assistance features
  • Optional 252 hp 2.0T 4WD Flagship with a 6.9 s 0–100 km/h time
  • Panoramic sunroof and air purification

Cons

  • 0–100 km/h in 9.9 s on the base 1.5T is modest
  • No independent crash-test rating published on the official page
  • Warranty terms are not published on the model page
  • Fuel consumption figures differ between the listing (5.35 L/100 km) and the WLTC table (6.8 L/100 km)
  • Several comfort and safety features are limited to higher trims

SWOT

Strengths

  • Low entry price for a premium-badged Chinese SUV
  • Strong standard tech and safety equipment
  • Choice of 1.5T FWD or 2.0T 4WD

Weaknesses

  • Base engine is not quick
  • Seating capacity and boot space not stated on the official page
  • No published crash-test result or warranty terms on the model page

Opportunities

  • Test drives and showroom visits can be booked directly with Hongqi UAE
  • Finance options are listed as coming soon
  • Choice of single-tone and two-tone colour trims

Threats

  • Resale value of a newer brand in the UAE is uncertain
  • Many well-established compact SUV rivals compete at similar prices

Key specs

Full specs for 2.0T 4WD (top trim) · see trim differences

Price & basics6
Body type
SUV · Compact SUV
Dimensions
4655 × 1900 × 1668 mm · 2770 mm wheelbase trim not confirmed
Seats
5 trim not confirmed
Powertrain
1.5L turbo petrol, 7-speed DCT trim not confirmed
Drivetrain
FWD trim not confirmed
Cargo space
436 L trim not confirmed
Performance & range8
Max power
252 hp trim not confirmed
Torque
380 Nm trim not confirmed
0–100 km/h
6.9 s trim not confirmed
Top speed
Not disclosed
Combined range
Not disclosed
EV-only range
n/a trim not confirmed
Consumption
6.8 L/100 km (WLTC, spec table); the UAE model listing shows 5.35 L/100 km (18.7 km/L) trim not confirmed
Charging
n/a trim not confirmed
Safety3
Airbags
6 trim not confirmed
Driver assistance
AEB, forward and rear collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assist, blind spot detection, lane change assist, door-opening collision warning, driver fatigue monitoring, hill start assist, TPMS, rear parking sensors and e-Call (GCC). The page also mentions intelligent cruise control. Some items (e.g. around-view monitor, front parking sensors, hill descent control) are listed for specific trims only. trim not confirmed
Safety index
7.5/10
Ownership1
Warranty
Warranty terms are not published on the pages reviewed. trim not confirmed
Tech & comfort3
Screens
12.6" infotainment touchscreen plus 12.3" digital instrument cluster trim not confirmed
Speakers
10 trim not confirmed
Comfort highlights
Sport-style seats with a lightweight hollow structure, a panoramic glass sunroof, 2-zone automatic climate control, a negative-ion air purification system, ambient lighting and front and rear USB ports. Trims differ: higher trims add electric seat adjustment with memory, heated and ventilated seats and wireless charging.
Reviews2
MotorClash rating
Not disclosed
Summary
Not disclosed

Price by market

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates AED 89,900
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia ≈ SAR 91,800≈ converted
🇶🇦 Qatar ≈ QAR 89,100≈ converted
🇰🇼 Kuwait ≈ KWD 7,500≈ converted
🇴🇲 Oman ≈ OMR 9,400≈ converted
🇧🇭 Bahrain ≈ BHD 9,200≈ converted
🇨🇳 China ≈ CNY 173,800≈ converted
🇯🇴 Jordan ≈ JOD 17,400≈ converted
🇮🇶 Iraq ≈ IQD 37,208,100≈ converted
🇪🇬 Egypt ≈ EGP 1,302,300≈ converted
🇱🇧 Lebanon ≈ LBP 2,190,870,500≈ converted
🇸🇾 Syria ≈ SYP 2,986,400≈ converted

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