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Hyundai Nexo vs Volvo V90 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (163 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (66400 £ vs 62300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Nexo or Volvo V90?

Hyundai Nexo

Volvo V90

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

Nexo @ Hyundai Motor Company

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo V90 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 62300 £, while the Hyundai Nexo costs 66400 £. That’s a price difference of around 4115 £.

As for range, the Hyundai Nexo performs convincingly better – achieving up to 666 km, about 578 km more than the Volvo V90.

V90 @ Volvo Cars

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 Volvo V90 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo V90 is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 4.80 s, while the Hyundai Nexo takes 9.20 s. That’s about 4.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Volvo V90 performs slight better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Hyundai Nexo tops out at 179 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo V90 pulls significantly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 395 Nm. That’s about 314 Nm difference.

Nexo @ Hyundai Motor Company

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Hyundai Nexo is barely noticeable lighter – 1889 kg compared to 2075 kg. The difference is around 186 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Volvo V90 offers slight more room – 488 L compared to 461 L. That’s a difference of about 27 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Nexo performs slight better – up to 1466 L, which is about 12 L more than the Volvo V90.

When it comes to payload, Volvo V90 a bit takes the win – 515 kg compared to 451 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Volvo V90 shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £62,300
V90 @ Volvo Cars

Volvo V90

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 398 - 455 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.80 L
  • Electric Range : 88 km
Hyundai Nexo
Volvo V90

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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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Volvo V90

The Volvo V90 blends Scandinavian elegance with estate practicality, delivering a composed ride and an interior that's both luxurious and perfectly sensible. Packed with clever storage and top-flight safety kit, it's the choice for buyers who want to look classy while hauling life's chaos — without making a fuss about it.

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Hyundai Nexo
Volvo V90
Nexo @ Hyundai Motor Company
V90 @ Volvo Cars

Costs and Consumption

Price
66400 - 71000 £
Price
62300 - 71700 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
0.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
666 km
Electric Range
88 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
18 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
6 L
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1889 kg
Curb weight
2075 kg
Trunk capacity
461 L
Trunk capacity
488 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
4945 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1879 mm
Height
1630 mm
Height
1472 mm
Max trunk capacity
1466 L
Max trunk capacity
1454 L
Payload
451 kg
Payload
515 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Hydrogen
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
398 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.2 - 9.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
177 - 179 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
395 Nm
Torque
659 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
293 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General

Model Year
2018 - 2021
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Volvo
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Nexo?

The Hyundai Nexo is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.