/PRZWT/GUANGZHOU,April 9,2025-On April 3,Hyundai Motor unveiled the new NEXO,the second-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle,marking another milestone in the development of the hydrogen society
-Hyundai Motor's second-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle,the new NEXO,achieves rapid hydrogen refueling in 5 minutes and a cruising range of over 700 kilometers.At the same time,with the innovative exterior design of"Art of Steel"and a fully upgraded comfortable cockpit,it has established a differentiated competitive advantage in the mid-sized SUV market segment
The new NEXO features an innovatively designed space experience and flexible expansion of luggage space.It is equipped with a new powertrain system that enhances energy efficiency by optimizing the motor architecture and working together with high-efficiency inverters
-As the world's first hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with towing capability,the new NEXO has also achieved a major breakthrough in aerodynamic performance.At the same time,the model integrates intelligent driving assistance and ultra-high-strength body protection to provide comprehensive protection for drivers and passengers
Hyundai Motor not only solidifies its global hydrogen mobility leadership position by continuing to lead hydrogen vehicle technology innovation,but also is a key step in its transformation into a"smart mobility solutions provider"
On April 3,Hyundai Motor released the all-new NEXO,the second-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.This mid-sized SUV marks an important milestone in the history of hydrogen energy society with its leading hydrogen fuel cell technology.The new NEXO not only achieves zero exhaust emissions,but also provides an ideal choice for hydrogen energy vehicle consumers with excellent energy efficiency performance,flexible driving experience and a full range of safety configurations.With the release of the new car,Hyundai Motor also showed the world its technical strength and latest innovations in the field of hydrogen energy vehicles.
Hyundai Motor officially launched the new NEXO second-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.
As a second-generation hydrogen fuel cell model,the new NEXO hydrogen fuel cell vehicle has achieved excellent performance of 5 minutes of hydrogen refueling and a battery life of 700 kilometers,and takes safety performance as the core focus of research and development.With a comprehensive safety protection design,the new NEXO has obtained the industry's top safety rating,bringing consumers a safe driving experience.
At the same time,the launch of the new NEXO also fully demonstrates Hyundai Motor's 27 years of deep accumulation and market leadership in the field of fuel cell technology,and further highlights Hyundai Motor's diverse electrification strategy-not only covering pure electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles,but also providing consumers with more environmentally friendly travel options through hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
"Art of Steel"exterior design with upgraded comfortable cockpit enhances the appeal of the new NEXO
The new NEXO is based on the INITIUM concept car released in October 2024,which perfectly interprets the new"Art of Steel"design philosophy of Hyundai Motor.The overall design of NEXO combines a sense of strength and refinement:sharp lines and solid architecture outline a tough body profile,and the unique arched cross-section design strengthens the structural strength.The use of horizontal groove texture at the door not only highlights the durability of the vehicle,but also perfectly fits the needs of both urban and outdoor lifestyles.
The finishing touch of the exterior design is the unique"HTWO"lamp design,which is specially designed for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.This design element cleverly blends the core values of the Hyundai Motor Group's HTWO hydrogen brand with the concept of"Hydrogen for Humanity".The four-point lamp design not only achieves the perfect balance of refinement and power,but also ensures night recognition.
At the same time,Hyundai Motor also fully demonstrates the inherent strength and natural forming characteristics of steel through the new NEXO design,transforming the toughness and plasticity of steel into a highly tensile artistic expression.
The new NEXO perfectly reflects Hyundai's new"Art of Steel"design language
The new NEXO not only has an outstanding design language,but also offers six ingenious body color schemes.These include:classic pearl white,deep phantom black,technical metal gray,fresh ocean blue,environmentally friendly ecological gray,and the most distinctive Goyo copper color.Named after the Korean"Goyo"(meaning"tranquility"),this exclusive color scheme is inspired by Korea's unique natural landscape and cultural heritage.
Inside the new NEXO,a large number of skin-friendly flexible materials and warm interior design are used to create a comfortable atmosphere like home.The most eye-catching is the curved digital instrument panel centered on the driver,with intuitive touch buttons and a floating island-shaped center console,which reflects the humanized design everywhere.The perfect integration of the digital exterior mirror display and the instrument panel not only enhances the sense of technology,but also optimizes the openness of the driving field of vision.
The car is also carefully arranged with a number of intelligent storage spaces,including a floating center console storage compartment,a hidden storage area under the instrument panel,and a door panel storage slot.
The new NEXO smart cockpit is both futuristic and practical
Not only is the space layout excellent,the new NEXO's front row is equipped with high-end seats with retractable leg rests,and its slim backrest design provides more legroom for rear passengers.The second row of ventilated seats has been redesigned to increase the tilt angle compared to the previous model,and the optimized head and shoulder space layout has greatly improved the ride comfort.The widened rear door opening makes it easier for passengers to enter and exit,fully meeting the actual needs of family cars.
It is worth mentioning that the intelligent ambient light specially equipped with the new NEXO can be linked with the speed of the vehicle,and the color will automatically change to alert the driver when the vehicle is speeding.The addition of a panoramic sunroof not only enhances the lighting effect,but also makes the interior space appear more open and transparent.These details work together to create a smart cockpit that is both futuristic and practical,bringing an immersive travel experience to drivers and passengers.
In the choice of interior materials,the new NEXO uses a large number of environmentally friendly and sustainable materials,including leather and PU leather processed by bio-based processes,environmentally friendly fabrics made of recycled PET materials,natural linen fabrics,bio-based plastics and TPO skins,environmentally friendly water-based coatings,and recycled automotive plastic components.
The interior of the new NEXO features a large number of environmentally friendly and sustainable materials
A new generation of fuel cell systems with a strengthened powertrain offers significantly improved performance
The new NEXO powertrain has made significant progress,mainly due to the optimization of the fuel cell(FC)and power electronics(PE)systems,which have effectively improved the power output and overall performance.The newly developed motor system further enhances the power output and battery capacity of the PE system.The total power of the PE system has been increased from 135kW to 190kW,while the battery output has doubled from 40kW to 80kW.Thanks to these upgrades,the vehicle's zero-hundred acceleration time has been reduced to 7.8 seconds,resulting in better acceleration performance and a smoother overtaking experience.
The maximum total power of the hydrogen fuel cell stack has also been increased to 110kW,an increase of 16%,while the peak power of the new motor has reached 150kW.In addition,the fuel cell stack has also been optimized in terms of low temperature adaptability,including membrane electrode(MEA)and battery structure improvements to ensure stable operation in cold environments.Innovative"wake-up"antifreeze function and other system tuning further enhance low temperature driving performance and all-weather start-up reliability.The new NEXO also enhances hydrogen storage capacity without affecting the cockpit layout.
By optimizing fuel efficiency,increasing hydrogen tank capacity(currently 6.69kg),and increasing hydrogen storage density,the vehicle's pure electric range(AER)competitiveness has been significantly improved.
In terms of aerodynamic performance,the new NEXO significantly reduces the drag coefficient and enhances the vehicle's energy efficiency through an optimized bottom-edge design and an enhanced airflow management system.The vehicle's advanced NVH(Noise,Vibration and Harshness)control system integrates innovative configurations such as Active Noise Reduction Technology(ANC-R)and sound-absorbing tires,which effectively enhances the driving texture-especially in sharp acceleration and poor road conditions,it can still maintain excellent driving comfort.
The new NEXO's electronic control system achieves a breakthrough in handling performance through a precise motor torque distribution strategy.The system dynamically adjusts the motor output power and optimizes the tire grounding efficiency,which significantly enhances the steering response speed and driving stability.The intelligent regenerative braking system(SRS)is another technical highlight of the new NEXO,which intelligently adjusts the braking energy recovery intensity based on real-time navigation data and vehicle distance monitoring information.This system has been applied to the global market and can combine extended map data(including speed camera location,curve radius and speed bump distribution)to autonomously manage the deceleration process under coasting conditions.
By reducing the frequency of driver operation and supporting customizable distance parameter settings,the system greatly enhances the convenience of long-distance driving.
Innovative technologies empower and reshape the hydrogen-electric driving experience
The new NEXO is equipped with a number of user-friendly technology configurations,making the hydrogen driving experience more intelligent and convenient.The innovative column shift design not only optimizes the driving operation convenience,but also frees up the space in the central control area,bringing more flexible design layout and more abundant storage space to the cockpit.
Users don't need to worry about hydrogen refueling either.The FCEV intelligent route planning system on the new NEXO can automatically plan the optimal driving route for the driver when fuel shortage is detected,and intelligently recommend hydrogen refueling stations along the way.The system not only displays the fuel supply situation of each station in real time,but also dynamically adjusts the estimate of the remaining cruising range according to the usage status of the air conditioner.At the same time,it clearly displays the energy flow of the vehicle,the current status of the hydrogen tank and the driving mode in use through an intuitive interface,providing drivers with a full range of hydrogen travel support to solve mileage anxiety.
This is due to the ccNC(Intelligent Connected Vehicle Navigation Cockpit)system on the new NEXO,which uses an integrated curved screen design to perfectly integrate the 12.3-inch full LCD instrument panel with the 12.3-inch central control entertainment display.It not only supports OTA remote upgrades,but also innovatively integrates generative AI automatic speech recognition technology.The generative AI voice assistant on board can provide intelligent dynamic responses through deep learning technology,and automatically switches to conversation mode to achieve a truly natural voice interaction experience.This innovative technology not only greatly enhances the intelligence level of the system,but also brings unprecedented interactive experience to users.
In terms of entertainment features,the system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity,and is equipped with a 14-speaker Bang&Olufsen luxury audio system.
In driving,the 12-inch Augmented Reality Head-Up Display System(AR-HUD)projects key driving information directly to the front windshield,including core information such as autonomous driving status,blind spot warnings,and vehicle speed.This configuration effectively reduces the driver's line of sight deviation and significantly improves driving safety.
In addition to the intelligent interactive experience,the new NEXO technology configuration is also eye-catching.The dual wireless charging system equipped with the center console not only supports high-speed charging of smartphones,but also integrates NFC communication technology to realize keyless entry and start functions.Its innovative silicone anti-skid pad design effectively prevents the mobile phone from being displaced during driving,and the built-in cooling fan ensures safe and stable charging.The system also provides a 15W high-power USB fast charging interface to meet the fast charging needs of various mobile devices.
Continuing the technological advantages of modern automotive electric vehicles,the new NEXO is also equipped with a vehicle external discharge(V2L)function.The center console in the car is equipped with a standard power socket,which can directly power household appliances;the external discharge function is more convenient,which can power electronic devices without additional adapters,providing reliable power support for outdoor activities.
In terms of safety configuration,the vision clarity is particularly enhanced in rainy and snowy weather and night driving,and practical functions such as reversing image expansion,lane change assistance,and blind spot observation monitor(BVM)are integrated to provide drivers with a full range of rear vision protection.To ensure the continuous and stable operation of the system,DCM has specially integrated an automatic cleaning function,which can spray clean the camera lens at any time to maintain the best rear view effect.
The upgraded Cam 2 Plus driving recording system features high-pixel front and rear dual cameras and supports 4K high-resolution video recording.After technical optimization,the new parking motion detection function can last up to 96 hours,and with excellent image quality,it provides users with more comprehensive driving safety protection.
The addition of Digital Key 2 further enhances the convenience of using the car,supporting functions such as vehicle unlocking,starting,and remote intelligent parking assistance(RSPA 2)through smartphones or Apple Watches.The system can authorize up to 15 devices and supports NFC card keys.When the authentication device is detected to leave,the car lock operation can be automatically completed.
In particular,the rear passenger alarm system equipped with NEXO uses high-sensitivity radar sensors,which can accurately detect subtle movements on the rear seats.Once a person is found in the car,the system will immediately alert the driver through sound and light warnings,effectively preventing children or pets from being forgotten.Safety hazards in the car.
All-round intelligent safety system,full escort driving safety
The new NEXO has won the highest rating in the world's authoritative safety evaluation for its excellent safety performance,demonstrating the ultimate pursuit of driving safety by modern vehicles.In terms of passive safety,NEXO adopts an innovative multi-skeleton body structure and is equipped with up to nine airbags to provide all-round protection for occupants and hydrogen fuel systems.The body is heavily used in thermoforming process and high-strength steel,which significantly enhances the overall rigidity.Through optimized collision energy transmission paths,the integrity of the passenger compartment can be effectively maintained under various collision conditions.Compared with the first generation of steel,the application of the third generation of ultra-high-strength steel has made a breakthrough in the formability of the body.
Key structural enhancements include enhanced front energy-absorbing components,multi-stage thermoformed sidewall structures,optimized frontal impact transmission paths,and multi-path side impact protection systems.
In addition to that,the new NEXO is equipped with industry-leading advanced driver assistance systems(ADAS),establishing a comprehensive intelligent safety protection system.
The system consists of four core functional modules:the collision prevention system integrates forward collision avoidance assistance(FCA 1.5/2),blind area collision avoidance assistance(BCA)and rear cross collision prevention assistance(RCCA);the lane control system is equipped with lane keeping assistance(LKA)and advanced version of lane following assistance(LFA 2.0);the intelligent cruise system includes navigation-based intelligent cruise control(NSCC)and highway driving assistance(HDA);in addition,the panoramic monitor(SVM)and the second generation of remote control intelligent parking assistance(RSPA 2)and other components of the parking assistance system,which together constitute more than 20 intelligent safety functions
Improve the protection network.
As Hyundai Motor's latest masterpiece in the field of hydrogen energy,the new NEXO will further consolidate Hyundai Motor's leadership in the global hydrogen fuel cell vehicle market.Relying on Hyundai Motor Group's HTWO hydrogen energy brand
