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ID.2 vs NEXO

Volkswagen · HYUNDAI

1/4 Mile winner
NEXO
Beats the ID.2 by 0.27s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the NEXO beats the ID.2 comfortably, finishing 0.27 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the NEXO thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
170 hp
161 hp
0–100 km/h
8s
7.8s
Top speed
160 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
Electric
Electric Motor
Fuel
Electric
Hydrogen
Torque
220 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$25,000
$38,000

Simulated race times

Distance
ID.2
NEXO
100 m
6.911s
6.947s
1/8 mile
10.400s
10.364s
1/4 mile
16.063s
15.797s
1 km
30.462s
29.154s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

If budget is the deciding factor, the ID.2 is the obvious pick at $25,000 versus the NEXO's $38,000. Choose the ID.2 if instant torque, silent running and lower running costs matter most. Choose the NEXO if you want the soundtrack and the long-distance ease that combustion still owns.

FAQ

Which is faster, the ID.2 or the NEXO?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the NEXO is faster, beating the ID.2 by 0.27 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the ID.2 vs the NEXO?

The ID.2 hits 100 km/h in 8 seconds, while the NEXO does it in 7.8 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The ID.2 produces 170 hp; the NEXO produces 161 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The ID.2 tops out at 160 km/h, and the NEXO reaches 180 km/h.

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