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Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV2 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 147 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 22,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Kia EV2?

Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV2: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • clearly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia EV2

  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 22,800 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 37,114 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 147 HP. That’s roughly 57 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Kia EV2 takes 8.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 100 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, Kia EV2 is noticeably lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 335 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV2 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.

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Kia EV2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 135 - 147 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 317 - 453 km
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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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The Kia EV2 is a compact electric crossover aimed at buyers who want a practical, affordable EV with a modern, well-appointed cabin. It combines comfortable, predictable handling with straightforward tech and efficient everyday usability, making it a sensible choice for daily driving.

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Hyundai Nexo
Kia EV2

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
317 - 453 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,800 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
400 - 475 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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