Advantages and disadvantages of Hyundai's electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCEVs)
Advantages
Zero emissions:
FCEVs generate electricity through a hydrogen-oxygen reaction, with water as the only byproduct, achieving true zero-carbon emissions and high environmental sustainability. Long driving range: The 2023 Hyundai NEXO, for example, offers a range of up to 380 miles / ~611 km, significantly longer than many entry-level EVs.
Quick refueling: Refueling with hydrogen takes just 5 minutes, comparable to gasoline refueling times, far faster than EV charging. High energy efficiency: Energy conversion efficiency reaches 60%–80%, surpassing the efficiency of traditional internal combustion engines.
Disadvantages
High costs:
FCEVs incur high R&D and production costs, leading to premium vehicle prices. Hydrogen production, transportation, and storage are also expensive, driving up fuel costs. Sparse infrastructure: Globally, hydrogen refueling stations are rare. Building stations requires significant investment and technical complexity, limiting FCEV adoption. Ongoing technological challenges: Early fuel cell systems were bulky, and while Hyundai has reduced the size of its third-generation fuel cell (introduced in 2023), further optimization is needed for better compatibility with diverse vehicle models.Previous：None
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