New Hyundai NEXO Achieves Five-Star Rating in Euro NCAP Safety Tests

The new Hyundai NEXO received a five-star rating, meeting the highest safety standards in all four main categories evaluated by Euro NCAP. Following the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and IONIQ 9, another Hyundai model has earned a five-star result in Euro NCAP tests, providing concrete evidence once again of Hyundai’s high safety standards.

Hyundai is once again proving that safety is a fundamental priority for the brand—not just for its users, but for everyone in traffic, including pedestrians. The all-new Hyundai NEXO is the latest example of this commitment. The hydrogen fuel cell SUV, which emits only water vapor instead of exhaust gases, was awarded the highest level of five stars by the independent safety organization Euro NCAP. This achievement follows the five-star results previously obtained by the IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and IONIQ 9 models.

Superior Results in Four Main Categories

Euro NCAP is recognized as the most reliable independent organization evaluating vehicle safety in Europe. The organization conducts assessments across four main categories: adult occupant safety, child occupant safety, protection of vulnerable road users like pedestrians and cyclists, and the performance of driving assistance systems.

The all-new Hyundai NEXO achieved superior results in all four categories. The model demonstrated particularly notable performance in the Adult Occupant Safety category with a $\text{90\%}$ score and the Child Occupant Safety category with an $\text{85\%}$ score.

The SUV achieved strong results in the other two categories as well, securing the highest overall score in the general assessment. This result once again highlights Hyundai’s robust performance in crash safety and its comprehensive suite of driving assistance and accident prevention systems.

Continuity of Safety Leadership

This success is no coincidence. The previous generation of the Hyundai NEXO was the first fuel cell vehicle tested by Euro NCAP in 2018, receiving five stars according to the criteria valid at that time. This indicates that Hyundai has been a pioneering force in the automotive sector for many years, constantly strengthening customer confidence in safety and advanced technologies, and ensuring continuous development in these areas.

The Hyundai NEXO showcases significant performance improvements over its predecessor, offering a total power output of $\text{190 kW}$ and a driving range of $\text{826 km}$ (WLTP) on a five-minute charge. Advanced technologies, including e-Handling, the Smart Regenerative System, and aerodynamic optimizations, enhance the overall driving experience, while European models offer a towing capacity of up to $\text{1,000 kg}$.

Hyundai, which solidifies its leadership in hydrogen mobility with $\text{28 years}$ of fuel cell experience, plans to globally launch the NEXO model in early 2026.