Hyundai has taken the wraps off the second-generation hydrogen Nexo electric vehicle (EV) at the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show, marking a bold step forward in the brand’s fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) journey with some interesting new features.
The 2025 Hyundai Nexo gets a complete overhaul in terms of design, features, and performance, making it a standout in the hydrogen-powered SUV segment.
Here’s everything that’s new in the latest iteration of Hyundai’s green flagship.
Bold new design with ‘Art of Steel’ styling
The 2025 Hyundai Nexo debuts with a striking new design based on the Initium Concept first showcased at the 2024 LA Auto Show.
It adopts Hyundai’s new ‘Art of Steel’ design language, giving it a rugged yet futuristic appeal.
The mid-sized SUV features a boxy silhouette with an arched cross-section, creating a strong road presence.
Upfront, it sports quirky block-pattern LED lighting with Hyundai’s signature 4 Dot Lamps that can be recognised instantly.
The upper lighting clusters are sleek and connected by a black panel, while the bumper gets square-shaped elements and D-shaped openings for a bolder look.
Another standout is the three-coat paint finish, which changes colour depending on the viewing angle.
The Nexo is available in six striking shades
Creamy White Pearl
Phantom Black Pearl
Amazon Gray Metallic
Ocean Indigo Matte
Ecotronic Gray Pearl
Goyo Copper Pearl
Modern and minimalist cabin with high-tech features
Inside, the 2025 Nexo takes inspiration from premium Hyundai SUVs like the Santa Fe and Palisade.
The interior showcases a minimalist twin-deck centre console that blends smoothly into the dashboard.
A steering column-mounted gear selector, similar to the one on the Creta electric vehicle, adds to the futuristic feel.
The steering wheel features a quad-dot logo, representing the letter H in Morse Code, a subtle but classy touch.
Tech-savvy buyers will appreciate the twin 12.3-inch displays — one for infotainment and another for the digital driver’s display.
It also gets a 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, ambient lighting, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and digital IRVMs and ORVMs using high-definition cameras.
Packed with advanced safety and connectivity
The new Nexo is loaded with up to nine airbags and Hyundai’s Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System). Safety features include:
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
Lane Keeping Assist
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control
Emergency Stop Function
Surround View Monitor and more
It also includes keyless entry via NFC, a futuristic feature that allows smartphone-based vehicle access.
Improved powertrain with longer range
The second-gen Hyundai Nexo gets a major upgrade under the hood.
It now features a 110 kW fuel cell stack paired with a 150 kW electric motor, producing 201 bhp and 350 Nm of torque. It uses a 2.64 kW lithium-ion battery to store electric energy.
Hyundai claims a driving range of up to 700 km on a single hydrogen fill, making it one of the most efficient hydrogen SUVs.
It can go from 0 to 100 km per hour in just 7.8 seconds, with a top speed of 179 km per hour.
Hydrogen cars like Nexo vs traditional EVs
Hydrogen cars like the Nexo can be refuelled in just a few minutes, similar to petrol or diesel cars, eliminating long charging times.
Hydrogen fuel cells produce zero tailpipe emissions — only water vapour — making them environmentally friendly.
Also, with a longer driving range, like the Nexo’s impressive 700 km per fill, they’re ideal for long-distance travel without range anxiety.
E-Vroooom’s views
With the 2025 Nexo, Hyundai showcases its commitment to hydrogen mobility.
The SUV offers a bold new design, advanced tech, and improved performance, making it a compelling choice for eco-conscious drivers looking for an alternative to traditional EVs.
So, what is new in the 2025 Hyundai Nexo — the hydrogen EV can travel longer distances and be charged in minutes compared to an hour for traditional EVs, thereby eliminating range anxiety to a great extent.
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