Compare performance (204 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Lotus Emeya?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Hyundai Nexo is substantially cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32,648 £.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emeya offers significantly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 714 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 635 Nm more.
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.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is clearly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 600 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers marginally more boot space – 510 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.
When it comes to payload, the Lotus Emeya carries somewhat more – 545 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Lotus Emeya is decisively 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
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Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,955 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
485 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Hydrogen
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
350 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Lotus
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