XC60 vs Nexo comparison

By starting price alone, XC60 is ₩10,770,000 cheaper. But price is not everything, so check the highlighted rows in the table below.

XC60 and Nexo compared side by side in Cars.

CurrencyUSDKRWEUR

XC60

What is good

  • Strengths are safety features, calm Scandinavian design and T map-based infotainment.

What could be better

  • The plug-in hybrid is much more expensive, and the gasoline model has ordinary fuel economy.

XC60 official site

Nexo

What is good

  • A hydrogen fuel cell SUV with no exhaust emissions, fast refueling, and eligibility for a large subsidy.

What could be better

  • There are few hydrogen stations, refueling costs are a burden, and the price before subsidy is around ₩80,000,000.

Nexo official site

At a glance

Highlighted rows are where they differ.

ItemXC60Visit siteNexoVisit site
Starting price≈$49,598.76+ (₩65,700,000)Checked on official page≈$57,729.33+ (₩76,470,000)Checked on official page
Vehicle classMid-sizeMid-size
FuelGasoline, Plugin hybridElectric
Domestic/importedImportedDomestic
Top price9,1208,379
Fuel/energy economyB5 AWD about 9.9km/L (combined, based on external source, needs checking)
  • Combined 107.6km/kg (18-inch)
  • 95.1km/kg (19-inch)
Power
  • B5 AWD 250 hp
  • T8 AWD engine 317 hp + electric motor (system about 455 hp)
Drive motor 150kW (about 204 hp), fuel cell system
Seats5-seater5
Price by trim
  • 2026 model year: B5 AWD (mild hybrid) Plus ₩65,700,000
  • Ultra ₩73,300,000
  • T8 AWD plug-in hybrid Ultra ₩91,200,000 (official consumer price)
2027 model year, 3 trims, after tax benefit: Hydrogen Modern ₩76,470,000 ~ Prestige ₩83,790,000. Highest before tax benefit ₩88,150,000. Options priced separately
Good forRecommended for mid-size imported SUV buyers who value safety and a luxurious feel.People with easy access to hydrogen stations who want to drive an eco-friendly SUV using the subsidy
TypeCarsCars
CategorySUVSUV
CompanyVolvo, SwedenHyundai, South Korea
Plans
      Pros
      • Strengths are safety features, calm Scandinavian design and T map-based infotainment.
      • A hydrogen fuel cell SUV with no exhaust emissions, fast refueling, and eligibility for a large subsidy.
      Cons
      • The plug-in hybrid is much more expensive, and the gasoline model has ordinary fuel economy.
      • There are few hydrogen stations, refueling costs are a burden, and the price before subsidy is around ₩80,000,000.

      Prices and benefits may change. Check the official site before you pay.

      Prices converted at 1 USD = ₩1,324.63 (2026-10-22). Original price shown in brackets. Taxes as listed by each provider.

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