Compare performance (204 HP vs 102 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 17,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Renault Express?
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.
Renault Express is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,789 £.
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 substantially more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 102 HP. That’s roughly 102 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Express takes 11.9 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers visibly more torque with 350 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Hyundai Nexo offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, Renault Express is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 659 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Renault Express carries markedly more – 700 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.
The Hyundai Nexo is narrowly 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 Renault Express is a no-nonsense city van that pairs clever packaging and practical cargo space with an easy-to-drive, fuss-free character. Built for small businesses and active families, it delivers rugged reliability and low running costs without pretension — a sensible workhorse with a wink.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
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Price
17,100 - 19,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 6.6 L/100km
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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
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co2
121 - 149 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
1,955 kg
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Curb weight
1,296 - 1,390 kg
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Trunk capacity
510 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
4,393 mm
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,775 mm
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Height
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Height
1,811 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
3,300 L
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Payload
485 kg
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Payload
575 - 700 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Hydrogen
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
75 - 102 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 16.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
100 - 167 km/h
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Torque
350 Nm
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Torque
200 - 240 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
55 - 75 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,461 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Renault
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