Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Suv · Hydrogen
vs
BMW X3 M40i
Suv · Gasoline
Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Car A
Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell
With a 609 km range and five-seat practicality, the Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell suits growing families and road trips. Performance thrills and premium trappings aren’t its focus, and it’s for buyers who prefer hydrogen refueling over plug-in charging.
5 seatsSuvHydrogen5-star safety
BMW X3 M40i
Car B
BMW X3 M40i
The BMW X3 M40i blends five-seat SUV practicality with serious pace for growing families and road trips. At $59,900, its 360 hp and 4.5 s 0-100 km/h deliver good value in its segment, with 9 L/100 km reasonable for the performance.
5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety360 hp
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Usage fit

Family 62 / 75
City 50 / 28
Budget / value 42 / 50
Road trip 58 / 65
Performance 27 / 30
Cargo 33 / 38
Practical 45 / 53
Premium 31 / 61
Winter 36 / 40

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell · Orange = BMW X3 M40i

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell BMW X3 M40i
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Pros & cons

Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell

  • 609 km range reduces stops on longer drives
  • Five seats and 461 L cargo work well for family duties
  • Hydrogen fuel cell means no plug-in charging routine
  • Positive safety ranking signal supports family confidence

BMW X3 M40i

  • Very quick acceleration (0-100 km/h in 4.5 s) for confident passing
  • 550 L cargo space and five seats suit family use and road trips
  • Good value in its segment at $59,900 given its performance
  • Reasonable fuel use for this power level (9 L/100 km combined)

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell if…
Lower entry price
Hyundai Nexo Hydrogen Fuel Cell starts lower, making it the stronger value pick if budget is a priority.
Pick BMW X3 M40i if…
More power
BMW X3 M40i puts out 360 hp vs 163 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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