Hyundai has officially opened orders for the IONIQ 3, its first compact electric hatchback, in the UK and several European markets. The vehicle is available in four trim levels in the UK and six in the Netherlands, offering both standard 42 kWh and extended-range 61 kWh battery options.
Pricing for the base Advance trim in the UK starts at £22 245, while the long-range version begins at £25 745. In the Netherlands, prices start at €27 995, and in Germany, the model is available from €28 950, with monthly lease options starting at €209.
The IONIQ 3 features a 400V architecture and supports DC fast charging, allowing a 10% to 80% charge in approximately 29 to 30 minutes. The standard battery provides a WLTP range of up to 213 miles, while the 61 kWh battery extends this to 308 miles.
The vehicle measures 4,155 mm in length and introduces the Pleos Connect infotainment system based on Android Automotive OS. Production of the model is currently underway at the Hyundai plant in Izmit, Turkey, with an initial annual production capacity of 30 000 units.
Showroom arrivals for the IONIQ 3 are scheduled to begin later this month. The car is specifically designed and manufactured for the European market, and there are currently no plans to offer this model in the United States.