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Hyundai Nexo vs Genesis G90 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 415 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 96,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Genesis G90?

Hyundai Nexo vs Genesis G90: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • considerably cheaper
  • slightly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Genesis G90

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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.

Hyundai Nexo is considerably cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the Genesis G90 costs 96,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,240 £.

G90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Genesis G90 offers considerably more power – delivering 415 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 211 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Genesis G90 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.2 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 2.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Genesis G90 delivers clearly more torque with 549 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 199 Nm more.

Nexo

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 slightly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,260 kg. The difference is around 305 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers visibly more boot space – 510 L compared to 368 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.

When it comes to payload, the Genesis G90 carries very slightly more – 505 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo is narrowly ahead 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
Hyundai Nexo
Genesis G90

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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Genesis G90

The Genesis G90 is the brand's flagship limousine, wrapping passengers in a serene cabin that feels bespoke and quietly confident. It delivers a cultured ride, sumptuous materials and clever tech smarts, all served with an understated swagger that makes rear-seat commuters feel like they've finally arrived.

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Hyundai Nexo
Genesis G90

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
96,200 - 108,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
248 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
73 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
2,260 - 2,470 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
368 L
Length
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Length
5,275 - 5,465 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,930 mm
Height
-
Height
1,490 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 kg
Payload
370 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
415 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
549 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
305 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
3,470 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Genesis
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