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Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV6 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 609 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 38,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Kia EV6?

Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV6: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • only slightly more trunk space
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Kia EV6

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • substantially 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:

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.

Kia EV6 is considerably cheaper – starting at 38,600 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,352 £.

EV6

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 Kia EV6 offers significantly more power – delivering 609 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 405 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV6 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV6 delivers significantly more torque with 770 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 420 Nm more.

Nexo

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.

Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,955 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers only slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV6 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 £38,600
EV6

Kia EV6

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 609 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 428 - 582 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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Kia EV6

The Kia EV6 looks like it sprinted off a concept stage, its bold, futuristic lines wrapping a surprisingly spacious and grown-up cabin. On the road it delivers crisp, immediate thrust and composed handling, with enough everyday practicality and slick tech to make ditching petrol feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise.

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María Cardoso
11 Feb 2026, 06:43:58

I love this car — it moves super fast, makes me feel safe and wonderfully agile, like it’s got the power of a gasoline V8.

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Janek
4 Feb 2026, 14:52:37

Great for city and recreational driving. Highway speeds and winter reveal its appetite for electricity — range drops quickly. The low beams could be brighter; the high beam is potent! Other than that, the car really pampers you.

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Hyundai Nexo
Kia EV6

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
38,600 - 60,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.9 - 20.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
428 - 582 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
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
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,220 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 490 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,880 - 1,890 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
440 - 450 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
170 - 609 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
125 - 448 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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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