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Hyundai Ioniq 3: UK price, range and battery
Hatchback · 5 seats · 2 versions in our list
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is a fully electric hatchback with 5 seats. In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices ran from £22,245 to £25,745, with a real-world range of about 160 to 230 miles (official WLTP 309 miles) and a 41 to 58 kWh usable battery. All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750).
Hyundai Ioniq 3 versions and prices
| Version | Guide price | Real-world range | Official WLTP | Efficiency | Battery (usable) | Rapid charging | 10–80% | AC | Boot | Towing | Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 kWh | £22,245 | about 160 mi | – | 3.9 mi/kWh | 41 kWh | up to 119 kW | – | – | 441 L | 750 kg | Band 1 | Spec sheet |
| 61 kWh | £25,745 | about 230 mi | 309 mi | 4.0 mi/kWh | 58 kWh | up to 110 kW | 30 min | 11 kW | 441 L | 750 kg | Band 1 | Spec sheet |
Guide prices checked October 2026 and may already include the Electric Car Grant. Real-world range is EV Database's typical estimate; the official WLTP figure is higher. Always confirm the price with the seller.
Charging
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 42 kWh can rapid charge at up to 119 kW. That peak only lasts part of a session: averaged from 10% to 80%, it is about 60 kW, about 29 minutes on a fast enough charger.
At home it accepts up to 7.4 kW on AC. On a typical 7 kW wallbox, a full charge from empty takes roughly 6 hours for the largest battery; most top-ups take far less. See charging times, smart EV tariffs and chargers near me.
Real-world range
For the Hyundai Ioniq 3 61 kWh, EV Database estimates these ranges. Cold means about −10°C with the heating on; mild means about 23°C; motorway means a steady 70 mph.
Heat pump: optional. One-stop motorway range with a 15-minute charge: about 246 miles. Try the range reality check or the range map for your own driving.
Running costs
At 10,000 miles a year, charging 80% at home on a smart tariff at 7.6p per kWh and 20% on rapid chargers at 79p, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 42 kWh would use about 2,821 kWh and cost about £617 a year to charge (6.2p a mile). Vehicle tax: £10 in the first year, then £200 a year. From April 2028 the pay-per-mile charge (eVED) is due to add 3p a mile, about £300 a year at 10,000 miles.
Work out the five-year cost against petrol
Battery, warranty and features
Battery chemistry: NMC (named by EV Database or another published source). Hyundai gives a 5-year brand warranty in our data. Battery warranties are often separate: check the terms.
- Heat pump: Available (check whether standard)
- Vehicle-to-load (V2L): Yes
- Vehicle-to-grid: Yes
See battery types explained and how long EV batteries last.
Space, size and towing
It has 5 seats and a boot of about 441 litres. It is rated to tow up to 750 kg (braked) in our data. Towing cuts range a lot, so allow extra margin. See electric cars for towing.
Electric Car Grant
All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750). The seller applies the grant as a discount. Confirm the exact version and price before you order. See the Electric Car Grant and EV tax.
Reliability
Reliability scores come from the Warrantywise Reliability Index, which uses data from used cars, so many new models do not have a score yet. See the Hyundai page and the Index explained.
Rivals
Head to head: Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Citroën ë-C3 · Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Renault 5 E-Tech
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Hyundai Ioniq 3 cost in the UK?
In our October 2026 check, UK guide prices for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 ran from £22,245 to £25,745. Prices change often and may include the Electric Car Grant, so confirm with the seller.
What is the real-world range of the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
EV Database's typical real-world estimate is about 160 to 230 miles, depending on the version (official WLTP 309 miles). In cold weather at motorway speeds expect around 165 miles.
How long does the Hyundai Ioniq 3 take to charge?
It can rapid charge at up to 119 kW, which takes it from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes on a fast enough charger. On a 7 kW home charger a full charge from empty takes roughly 9 hours.
How efficient is the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
EV Database estimates about 3.9 to 4.0 miles per kWh in typical driving. At 7.6p per kWh off-peak, that is roughly 2.1 pence a mile charged at home.
Does the Hyundai Ioniq 3 have a heat pump?
EV Database lists a heat pump for this car, but our data does not yet say whether it is standard or an option, so check with the seller.
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 3 eligible for the Electric Car Grant?
All versions are on the Electric Car Grant list, in Band 1 (£3,750). The eligible list changes, so check GOV.UK and confirm with the dealer.
Some details for some versions (official WLTP range, 10–80% charging time, dimensions) are not yet in our data and show as –. We will add them at the next check.
Figures compiled October 2026 from published UK sources, mainly EV Database UK, and are approximate (how we compile them). Page reviewed 2026-10-16. See our sources. General information, not financial, legal or technical advice.
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