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Do Not Drive — Critical Safety Warning

The NHTSA has issued a "Park It" advisory for this specific vehicle configuration. There is a catastrophic safety defect that poses an immediate risk of death or severe injury. Scroll down to the Recall Intelligence section for specific remedy instructions.

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2024Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDHydrogen

2024 Hyundai Nexo

EPA ID: 48797
59
City MPG
57
Combined MPG
57MPG· Excellent
54
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2024 Hyundai Nexo achieves an EPA-estimated 57 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 59 MPG in the city and 54 MPG on the highway.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Fuel TypeHydrogen
EngineN/A
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions0 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score10/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual CostN/A
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $10,750

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
56.6
Impact vs EPA
+$6
/ year
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The Brick Effect: Highway Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Because the Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD has a large frontal area, expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by up to 25% at high speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$439/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$13,860
52.7%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$4,605
17.5%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,459
28.3%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.5%
Total 5-Year Cost$26,324

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #24V761000·2025-01-06
⛔ PARK IT
Component: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Nexo vehicles. The thermally activated pressure relief device (TPRD) may break and cause a hydrogen gas leak, which can result in a fire while parked.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the TPRD, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 8, 2024. Final owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, beginning January 6, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai Customer Service at 800-633-5151. Hyundai's number for this recall is 269.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$0
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $10,750

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City59 MPG
Highway54 MPG
Combined57 MPG

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.