Hyundai Nexo achieves five-star Euro NCAP rating

Hyundai has said that the Nexo, its next gen hydrogen fuel-cell electric SUV, has achieved the highest possible five-star rating in the latest Euro NCAP safety assessment.

The Nexo achieved exceptional results across all four areas, including 90% in Adult Occupant Protection and 85% in Child Occupant Protection.

In adult occupant tests, its passenger compartment remained stable in the frontal offset test, with good protection of the knees, femurs, and all critical body regions for both driver and passenger. The Nexo also delivered strong performance in the full-width rigid barrier test, achieved maximum points in the side barrier test, and provided effective far-side occupant protection through its centre airbag.

Child occupant protection performance was equally strong. The six and ten year-old dummies showed good protection in all critical body areas in both frontal and side-impact tests, earning maximum points. Additional safety features include a front passenger airbag deactivation function with clear status indication and secure installation compatibility for all approved child restraint systems.

Euro NCAP also recognised the Nexo's advanced eCall system, post-crash secondary impact prevention technology, and verified door/window operability in the event of vehicle submergence.

The new five-star result underscores Hyundai's continuous advancement in fuel-cell engineering, crash protection, and customer-focused safety technology, setting a benchmark in the global FCEV segment.