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Hyundai Nexo vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Ford Explorer EV?

Hyundai Nexo vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • barely lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.8 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Explorer EV is clearly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,714 £.

Explorer EV

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 329 Nm more.

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is barely lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 41 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers only slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Explorer EV carries moderately more – 585 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 100 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV is far ahead 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 £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
Hyundai Nexo
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Hyundai Nexo
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
417 - 602 km
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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Ford
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