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Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV9 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 508 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 54,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Kia EV9?

Hyundai Nexo vs Kia EV9: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • markedly lighter
  • markedly more trunk space
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Kia EV9

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • substantially 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:

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

Kia EV9 is marginally cheaper – starting at 54,600 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,323 £.

EV9

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 EV9 offers significantly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 304 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers significantly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 390 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.

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is markedly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 437 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers markedly more boot space – 510 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 177 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries markedly more – 615 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a decisive 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 £54,600
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
Hyundai Nexo
Kia EV9

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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 EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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Hyundai Nexo
Kia EV9

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
6 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
333 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,980 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
542 - 615 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
204 - 508 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
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