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Hyundai Nexo vs Renault R5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (163 HP vs 540 HP), boot space and price (66400 £ vs 23900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Renault R5?

Hyundai Nexo

Renault R5

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Nexo

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Renault R5 has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 23900 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 66400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42506 £.

As for electric range, the Hyundai Nexo performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 666 km, about 261 km more than the Renault R5.

R5

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 Renault R5 has a convincingly edge – offering 540 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 377 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault R5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 9.20 s. That’s about 5.70 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Renault R5 performs noticeable better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Hyundai Nexo tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 91 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Renault R5 pulls decisively stronger with 4800 Nm compared to 395 Nm. That’s about 4405 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Renault R5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1447 kg compared to 1889 kg. The difference is around 442 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers clearly perceptible more room – 461 L compared to 326 L. That’s a difference of about 135 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Nexo performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1466 L, which is about 360 L more than the Renault R5.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Nexo hardly perceptible takes the win – 451 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault R5 is far ahead overall 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
Renault R5

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R5

Renault R5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 122 - 540 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 15.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 307 - 405 km

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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Renault R5

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The Renault 5 is a cheeky city car that marries retro charm with modern flair, its playful looks promising smiles before you even start the engine. Practical enough for daily life yet lively enough to make short trips feel like mini adventures, it’s an irresistible choice for buyers who prefer personality to bland practicality.

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Hyundai Nexo
Renault R5

Costs and Consumption

Price
66400 - 71000 £
Price
23900 - 137100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 15.2 kWh
Electric Range
666 km
Electric Range
307 - 405 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
40 - 52 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
6 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
3 - 5
Curb weight
1889 kg
Curb weight
1447 - 1524 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
326 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
3922 - 4080 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1744 - 2030 mm
Height
1630 mm
Height
1380 - 1498 mm
Max trunk capacity
1466 L
Max trunk capacity
1106 L
Payload
451 kg
Payload
396 - 418 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
Front-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
122 - 540 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 9 s
Max Speed
177 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 270 km/h
Torque
395 Nm
Torque
225 - 4800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
90 - 397 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2018 - 2021
Model Year
2025 - 2027
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Nexo?

The Hyundai Nexo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.