Hongqi E-HS7, E-H7 get five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP

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Hongqi E-HS7 — PHOTO FROM HONGQI PHILIPPINES

Hongqi E-H7 — PHOTO FROM HONGQI PHILIPPINES

CHANGCHUN, JILIN-HEADQUARTERED auto marque Hongqi recently received five-star safety ratings for its newest flagship electric models, the E-H7 and E-HS7. The models were recognized by Euro NCAP following their performance in its standardized safety test. These models join the E-HS9, which previously also received five stars from the Euro NCAP.

For models to secure the highest rating, they must undergo and pass several extreme tests. To name a few, vehicles are subjected to a water submersion test to determine how well they can perform amid flooding, and are tested for leaks. Other tests include smoke, explosion, and fire — all passed satisfactorily by the vehicles. Collisions were also simulated for the front and rear at speeds of up to 100kph, followed by dedicated side-impact assessments which were hurdled with no significant deformation of the cars’ pillars and with air bags deploying as designed. Finally, a compression simulated a massive object falling onto the vehicle, equivalent to nearly 7.8 tons on the panoramic glass roof. This final test left minimal deformation, leaving ample survival space for occupants.

“As faithful Hongqi owners know, the moment you step into a Hongqi vehicle, you immediately enter a world of luxury both inside and out. But feeling comfortable and looking great on the road mean nothing when a vehicle isn’t safe,” said Hongqi Philippines and EVOxTerra President and TDG Co-CEO Rashid Delgado. “That’s why our ultimate priority has always been the protection of all passengers, drivers, and even pedestrians, whenever someone takes the wheel of an E-H7 or E-HS7.”

The E-H7 sedan starts at P2.28 million, and boasts a range of 650km; the E-HS7 (P2.58 million) can go up to 540km between charging sessions.

Hongqi showrooms are in BGC, Alabang, Manila Bay, and Quezon City. For more information, visit www.hongqi.ph, or follow Hongqi Philippines on Facebook (hongqi.philippines) and Instagram (@hongqi_ph).