Hyundai NEXO 2026: 826 km hydrogen range, 5-min refuel
Next-gen Hyundai NEXO hydrogen crossover: up to 826 km range and 5-minute refueling
Hyundai NEXO 2026: 826 km hydrogen range, 5-min refuel
Hyundai unveils the next-gen NEXO hydrogen crossover for 2026: up to 826 km WLTP, 5-minute refueling, 190 kW power, towing up to 1,000 kg, winter-ready.
2025-12-03T15:00:02+03:00
2025-12-03T15:00:02+03:00
2025-12-03T15:00:02+03:00
Hyundai has announced the next generation of the NEXO hydrogen crossover, set to reach global markets in 2026. The standout figure is up to 826 km of WLTP range after about five minutes at a hydrogen pump. That frames it not just as an alternative to battery EVs, but as a car built for long trips without hour-long charging breaks.The hardware sees a clear step up. New power electronics double the battery output from 40 to 80 kW, fuel-cell efficiency is improved, and total system power rises to 190 kW from 135 kW. The electric motor now delivers 150 kW, trimming 0–100 km/h from 9.2 to 7.8 seconds — a meaningful gain for an FCEV.Hydrogen capacity increases from 6.33 to 6.69 kg, and it’s emphasized that this comes without compromising cabin space. There’s also a focus on winter readiness: improved low‑temperature behavior and anti‑icing logic are claimed to keep responses predictable in cold climates.Everyday refinement moves forward too: underbody aerodynamics and airflow management are reworked, NVH countermeasures step up (including active road‑noise cancellation), and features like smart regeneration adjust deceleration using navigation and traffic data. For Europe, a segment‑new addition is announced — the ability to tow up to 1,000 kg.Taken together, NEXO comes across as a rare 2026 model where the tech genuinely eases real ownership pain — covering distance and keeping refueling quick. Still, the outcome will hinge on infrastructure: without accessible hydrogen stations, even 826 km risks remaining a compelling number on paper.
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2025
Michael Powers
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Next-gen Hyundai NEXO hydrogen crossover: up to 826 km range and 5-minute refueling
Hyundai unveils the next-gen NEXO hydrogen crossover for 2026: up to 826 km WLTP, 5-minute refueling, 190 kW power, towing up to 1,000 kg, winter-ready.
Michael Powers, Editor
Hyundai has announced the next generation of the NEXO hydrogen crossover, set to reach global markets in 2026. The standout figure is up to 826 km of WLTP range after about five minutes at a hydrogen pump. That frames it not just as an alternative to battery EVs, but as a car built for long trips without hour-long charging breaks.
The hardware sees a clear step up. New power electronics double the battery output from 40 to 80 kW, fuel-cell efficiency is improved, and total system power rises to 190 kW from 135 kW. The electric motor now delivers 150 kW, trimming 0–100 km/h from 9.2 to 7.8 seconds — a meaningful gain for an FCEV.
Hydrogen capacity increases from 6.33 to 6.69 kg, and it’s emphasized that this comes without compromising cabin space. There’s also a focus on winter readiness: improved low‑temperature behavior and anti‑icing logic are claimed to keep responses predictable in cold climates.
Everyday refinement moves forward too: underbody aerodynamics and airflow management are reworked, NVH countermeasures step up (including active road‑noise cancellation), and features like smart regeneration adjust deceleration using navigation and traffic data. For Europe, a segment‑new addition is announced — the ability to tow up to 1,000 kg.
Taken together, NEXO comes across as a rare 2026 model where the tech genuinely eases real ownership pain — covering distance and keeping refueling quick. Still, the outcome will hinge on infrastructure: without accessible hydrogen stations, even 826 km risks remaining a compelling number on paper.
