Hyundai has officially opened orders for the IONIQ 3 in the UK and Europe. This compact electric hatchback is the first model under the IONIQ brand to target this segment. In the UK, the vehicle starts at £18 495, a price that includes the government Electric Car Grant of £3 750.
The model comes with two battery options. The 42 kWh version offers a range of up to 213 miles, while the 61 kWh extended-range variant provides up to 308 miles. The latter starts at £21 995. Customers can also opt for leasing plans starting at £355 per month with an equal deposit.
The vehicle features a 400V architecture, allowing both battery variants to charge from 10% to 80% in approximately 29 to 30 minutes using DC fast charging. The car measures 4 155 mm in length and has a drag coefficient of 0.263. It includes the new Pleos Connect infotainment system based on Android Automotive OS.
Standard equipment includes the SmartSense driver assistance suite, Digital Key 2, and Vehicle-to-Load technology. In Germany, the IONIQ 3 starts at €28 950, with leasing options available from €209 per month. Hyundai has confirmed that there are currently no plans to introduce the IONIQ 3 to the US market.
