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Honda ZR-V vs Hyundai Nexo comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 59,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Hyundai Nexo?

Honda ZR-V vs Hyundai Nexo: Key differences

Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately lighter
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Hyundai Nexo

  • barely more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

ZR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Honda ZR-V is considerably cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,857 £.

Nexo

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 Hyundai Nexo offers barely more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.8 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers very slightly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 35 Nm more.

ZR-V

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda ZR-V is moderately lighter – 1,660 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo holds a solid overall lead 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 £59,900
Nexo

Hyundai Nexo

  • Engine Type : Hydrogen
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
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Reviews Honda ZR-V

4.8 (7 Reviews)
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Frans
18 May 2026, 09:50:16

Lovely driving feel, quiet, fast, solid and reliable.

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17 May 2026, 19:58:46

Enjoy to drive, long driving range, good fluel consumption.

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Pan
5 Oct 2025, 11:26:07

HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

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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Hyundai Nexo

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
510 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 - 455 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
350 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Hyundai
What drive types are available for the Honda ZR-V?

The Honda ZR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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