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Hyundai Nexo vs Lexus ES comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 218 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 46,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Lexus ES?

Hyundai Nexo vs Lexus ES: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly more trunk space
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Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • slightly lighter
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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.

Lexus ES is visibly cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,329 £.

ES

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 Lexus ES offers barely more power – delivering 218 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

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, Lexus ES is slightly lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers slightly more boot space – 510 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo 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 £59,900
Nexo

Hyundai Nexo

  • Engine Type : Hydrogen
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
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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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Reviews Hyundai Nexo

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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Reviews Lexus ES

4.7 (2 Reviews)
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Patryk
9 Jan 2026, 23:36:16

Excellent car. Very comfortable and easy to use.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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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
115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,680 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
454 L
Length
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Length
4,975 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Height
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Height
1,445 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
218 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
350 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
160 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lexus
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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