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Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Twingo comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 82 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 Twingo?

Hyundai Nexo vs Renault Twingo: Key differences

Hyundai Nexo

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly 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 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 Twingo is substantially cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Hyundai Nexo costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,857 £.

Twingo

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 considerably more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 122 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Nexo is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.8 s, while the Renault Twingo takes 12.1 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai Nexo delivers substantially more torque with 350 Nm compared to 175 Nm. That’s about 175 Nm more.

Nexo

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Hyundai Nexo offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Renault Twingo is clearly lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 680 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai Nexo offers clearly more boot space – 510 L compared to 305 L. That’s a difference of about 205 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Nexo carries markedly more – 485 kg compared to 320 kg. That’s a difference of about 165 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

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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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Renault Twingo

The Renault Twingo is a cheeky city car that turns tight streets and impossible parking spaces into an urban playground with its agile handling and compact footprint. It’s perfect for zipping around town thanks to clever interior packaging and a playful character, though buyers chasing long-distance comfort or huge luggage space should consider other options.

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Reviews Renault Twingo

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Otto
24 May 2026, 14:36:22

Great car, my wife loves it! 3 years, zero problems!

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eb
18 Apr 2026, 11:35:24

A nice little 5‑CV petrol car that, unfortunately, is no longer sold new.

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Hyundai Nexo
Renault Twingo

Costs and Consumption
Price
59,900 - 66,500 £
Price
17,100 - 18,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
260 - 262 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
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,955 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,294 kg
Trunk capacity
510 L
Trunk capacity
305 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,720 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
301 - 320 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
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
82 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
350 Nm
Torque
175 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
60 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
Renault
Is the Hyundai Nexo offered with different drivetrains?

The Hyundai Nexo is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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