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Hyundai Nexo vs Polestar 4 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 544 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 53,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Polestar 4?

Hyundai Nexo vs Polestar 4: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly lighter
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Polestar 4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • significantly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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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.

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.

Polestar 4 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 53,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,857 £.

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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 Polestar 4 offers significantly more power – delivering 544 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 340 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 4 delivers significantly more torque with 686 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 336 Nm more.

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is slightly lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,230 kg. The difference is around 275 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 4 offers very slightly more boot space – 526 L compared to 510 L. That’s a difference of about 16 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 4 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.

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Polestar 4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 272 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 590 - 620 km
Hyundai Nexo
Polestar 4

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Polestar 4

The Polestar 4 wears a coupe-like profile and a Scandinavian-minimal interior that feels premium and unexpectedly roomy, with composed handling that makes urban driving and country roads a pleasure. For buyers who want an electric car that turns heads without shouting, the Polestar 4 is a stylish, clever choice that balances practicality with personality.

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Hyundai Nexo
Polestar 4

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
53,100 - 59,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 19 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
590 - 620 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
2,230 - 2,355 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
526 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
2,008 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
455 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
272 - 544 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
343 - 686 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
200 - 400 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Polestar
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