Hyundai Introduces NEXO Next-Gen Fuel Cell Vehicle at CES 2018

At CES, Hyundai Motor provided more details on its next-generation dedicated Fuel Cell EV—which it has named “NEXO”. Hyundai also described Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that will expand NEXO’s autonomous driving potential. Hyundai regards NEXO as the technological flagship of its growing eco-vehicle portfolio; it will be available in certain markets early this year.

The NEXO model will spearhead Hyundai Motor’s plans to accelerate development of low emission vehicles, in line with Hyundai Motor Group’s renewed goal of introducing 18 eco-friendly models to global markets by 2025.

NEXO is Hyundai’s second-generation of commercialized fuel cell electric vehicle that will be available in select markets around the world starting in early 2018. Improving upon the Tucson FCEV, the NEXO has an estimated driving range of 370 miles, 105 miles more than its predecessor. Acceleration and power have increased to improve the overall performance.

Designed to handle extreme temperature and environments, the NEXO testing has proven that the vehicle is capable of starting after being subject to overnight temperatures of -20 degrees Fahrenheit. NEXO boasts cold start capability within 30 seconds which is an industry-leading achievement and the fuel cell system warms up faster for maximum performance. The NEXO also has excellent cooling performance on steep grades with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

Improvements in the air supply system, performance at high altitudes and refueling times, along with overall efficiency and fuel economy put the NEXO in a class all its own. In addition the NEXO has improved power density and durability comparable with a gasoline-powered vehicles.

For the first time, Hyundai’s fuel cell vehicle is built with a dedicated vehicle architecture. This architecture has many benefits including:

• Lighter weight
• Improved power-to-weight ratio
• Faster acceleration from 0 to 60 mph than the Tucson FCEV
• More cabin space
• Allows the battery to be relocated to the trunk
• Allows the battery to be relocated to the trunk

A comparison of the outgoing Tucson FCEV versus the incoming NEXO:

	TUCSON FCEV	NEXO
Length	173.6 in	183.9 in
Width	71.7 in	73.2 in
Height	65.2 in	64.2 in
Wheelbase	103.9 in	109.8 in
Power	124 kW Fuel cell: 100 kW Battery: 24 kW	135 kW Fuel cell: 95 kW Battery: 40 kW
Motor	100 kW 221 lb-ft	120 kW 291 lb-ft
0-60 mph	12.5 s	9.5 s
Range	265 miles	370 miles (est)