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BMW i7 vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (99,300 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i7 or Hyundai Nexo?

BMW i7 vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

BMW i7

  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Hyundai Nexo

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Nexo is substantially cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the BMW i7 costs 99,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,428 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW i7 offers clearly more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i7 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i7 delivers clearly more torque with 1,100 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 750 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is visibly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,595 kg. The difference is around 640 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers marginally more boot space – 510 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i7 carries very slightly more – 535 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i7 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,300
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BMW i7

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 455 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 559 - 624 km
BMW i7
Hyundai Nexo

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BMW i7

The BMW i7 is a quietly imposing electric limousine that wraps advanced tech and traditional Bavarian comfort in a futuristic skin. For buyers after serene luxury with a mischievous streak, it pampers rear-seat occupants while reminding the driver that BMW still knows how to make a big car feel alive.

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Hyundai Nexo

Hyundai Nexo looks like a quietly futuristic family car, gliding along with whisper-quiet refinement and a cabin that keeps long commutes pleasant. As a hydrogen-powered cruiser it delivers genuinely clean driving and a practical, slightly exotic alternative for buyers who want something clever without the fuss.

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BMW i7
Hyundai Nexo

Costs and Consumption

Price
99,300 - 157,200 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 - 20.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
559 - 624 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,595 - 2,770 kg
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,950 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 - 535 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
455 - 659 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 5.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
650 - 1,100 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
335 - 485 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Hyundai
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