Australia’s first hydrogen car, the Hyundai Nexo, has hit the market, featuring rapid 5-minute refueling at dedicated hydrogen stations. This vehicle boasts a remarkable range of 900 kilometers on a full tank while also purifying the air as it drives.
Hyundai Nexo marks the debut of serialized hydrogen fuel cell technology in a commercial car, offering significant range with quick refuel times. This compact vehicle outpaces other global manufacturers in sustainability, utilizing 6.27 kilograms of hydrogen to cleanse 449,100 liters of air – equivalent to the daily breathing needs of 33 people – and emits only water from its exhaust.
Unlike traditional combustion engines which release about 126 kg of CO2 over the same distance, the Nexo produces zero CO2 or other harmful emissions. This introduction signifies hydrogen power’s entry into the automotive industry, complementing electric vehicles as part of the global shift towards sustainable mobility. Hyundai thus pioneers as the first automaker to offer a market-ready hydrogen fuel cell car.
Australia’s inaugural hydrogen car, the Hyundai Nexo, has hit the market, featuring rapid 5-minute charging stations. With a full tank, this vehicle can travel up to 900 kilometers and purifies the air while in motion.
This marks the first widespread commercial use of hydrogen fuel cell technology, offering significant range with minimal refueling time.
The Hyundai Nexo, with its compact design, outperforms competitors globally, setting new benchmarks in sustainability. It holds 6.27 kilograms of hydrogen, which cleans 449,100 liters of air during travel—equivalent to the daily breathing of 33 people—and its only tailpipe emission is water.
Unlike traditional combustion vehicles, which emit around 126 kg of CO2 for the same distance, the Nexo produces zero CO2 and other pollutants. This introduction of hydrogen engines into the automotive sector positions it alongside electric vehicles as a key player in sustainable transportation. Hyundai is now recognized as the first automaker to bring a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle to the market.
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