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Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes T Class comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 131 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 23,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Mercedes T Class?

Hyundai Nexo vs Mercedes T Class: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

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  • visibly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes T Class

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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Mercedes T Class is considerably cheaper – starting at 23,000 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,947 £.

T Class

Engine and Performance:

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 Hyundai Nexo offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 73 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Mercedes T Class takes 11.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 80 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.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes T Class is markedly lighter – 1,556 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 399 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes T Class carries visibly more – 630 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 145 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Nexo has the upper hand 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

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The Mercedes T-Class dresses everyday practicality in a premium suit, blending the sensible utility of a small van with the refinement you expect from the three-pointed star. Its flexible interior and clever details make it a brilliantly pragmatic choice for families and active owners who want comfort and usefulness without the fuss.

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Mercedes T Class

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
23,000 - 30,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 7.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
135 - 167 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,556 - 1,678 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,859 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
521 - 630 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
95 - 131 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.6 - 15.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
200 - 270 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
70 - 96 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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