Hyundai Unveils Next-Gen Nexo Hydrogen Crossover with 'Art of Steel' Design
Key Ideas
  • The 2026 Hyundai Nexo, the second generation of the hydrogen crossover, debuts with a bold 'Art of Steel' design language at the Seoul Mobility Show.
  • Featuring a rugged exterior makeover, advanced cabin with high-tech features, and increased power output to 255 hp, the new Nexo impresses with its upgrades.
  • With an improved hydrogen tank storing 6.69 kilograms and a range of over 435 miles, the new Nexo offers a quicker refueling time of 5 minutes and enhanced overall performance.
  • While the model is positioned as a global release, there are doubts about its availability in the US, possibly being restricted to California like its predecessor.
Hyundai has introduced the second generation of its hydrogen crossover, the 2026 Nexo, at the Seoul Mobility Show. This new model embraces a fresh design language called 'Art of Steel,' vastly different from its predecessor. The Nexo features a rugged exterior makeover and a significantly improved cabin with high-tech features. The new Nexo is longer than the previous version, with a similar wheelbase and slightly wider body. It offers customers the choice between 18- or 19-inch wheels. Inside, the interior has been revamped with a dual-screen setup, reduced physical buttons, climate control settings, and wireless charging with a cooling fan for smartphones. The cabin now includes a 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, a large head-up display, and comfortable front and rear seats. Performance-wise, the 2026 Nexo boasts 255 hp, a significant upgrade from its predecessor's 181 hp, resulting in quicker acceleration times. The hydrogen tank has been improved to store 6.69 kilograms, providing a range of over 435 miles. Refueling the tank takes just five minutes, similar to refueling a gasoline car. While Hyundai markets the new Nexo as a global model, there are uncertainties about its availability in the United States. It may be limited to California, similar to the first generation. The overall sentiment towards the new Nexo is positive, highlighting its design, technology upgrades, and improved performance.
ADVANCEH2

Our vision is to be the world's leading online platform for advancing the use of hydrogen as a critical piece needed to deliver net-zero initiatives and the promise of a clean H2 energy future.

© 2025 AdvanceH2, LLC. All rights reserved.