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Hyundai Nexo vs Lotus Emira comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 406 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 83,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Lotus Emira?

Hyundai Nexo vs Lotus Emira: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • clearly more trunk space
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Lotus Emira

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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.

Hyundai Nexo is visibly cheaper – starting at 59,900 £ , while the Lotus Emira costs 83,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,657 £.

Emira

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Lotus Emira offers significantly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 202 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emira is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 7.8 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emira delivers noticeably more torque with 480 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 130 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: Hyundai Nexo offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Lotus Emira is markedly lighter – 1,521 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 434 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 151 L. That’s a difference of about 359 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries considerably more – 485 kg compared to 230 kg. That’s a difference of about 255 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo stands well ahead of its rival 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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Lotus Emira

The Lotus Emira is a supremely alive sports coupe that blends razor‑sharp handling with enough everyday comfort to make it usable beyond the track. It looks gorgeous, sounds eager and delivers a focused, smile-inducing drive that will seduce enthusiasts and tempt sensible buyers alike.

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Hyundai Nexo
Lotus Emira

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
83,600 - 107,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.2 - 11.3 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
208 - 245 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,521 - 1,533 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
151 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,895 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 kg
Payload
213 - 230 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
365 - 406 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 4.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
420 - 480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
268 - 298 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,456 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Lotus
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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