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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross vs Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019)
Selected trimPremium 28kWh · 2016-19124 mi · 28 kWh · £28,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 Aircross leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Hyundai IONIQ Electric leads on family practicality and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ Electric (2016-2019) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Citroën
5
Hyundai
5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeCitroën
Citroën
4
Hyundai
3.3
FamilyHyundai
Citroën
3.5
Hyundai
6.9
ChargingCitroën
Citroën
3.5
Hyundai
2.9
Cost Per MileHyundai
Citroën
6.7
Hyundai
7.4
City Driving
Citroën
6.4
Hyundai
6.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
- £3,880 cheaper
- 66 miles more WLTP range
- 110 litres more boot space
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 350 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £25,115 (better) | £28,995 |
| Official range | 190 miles (better) | 124 miles |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 350 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 10.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Length
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross4,395mm-75mm
Hyundai IONIQ Electric4,470mm
Width
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,850mm
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,820mm-30mm
Height
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross1,660mm
Hyundai IONIQ Electric1,450mm-210mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,395 mm | 4,470 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm | 1,820 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,020 mm (better) | 2,065 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare | 580 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 350 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1600 L (better) | 1417 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 350 kg (better) | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
- At 4,470 mm, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2,700 mm wheelbase, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max |  Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.39m | 4.47m+75mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.82m-30mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.02m | 2.06m+45mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.45m-210mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.70m+28mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 140mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 350L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1600L (better) | 1417L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,504kg | 1,420kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 350kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 28kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 190 mi (better) | 124 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 70kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £25,115 (better) | £28,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £23,615 (-£1,500) | £28,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2016–2019 |
* Citroën ë-C3 Aircross: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 190 miles (better) | 124 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 158 miles (better) | 104 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 26 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 70 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 25.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.9 sec | 10.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 83 kW | 88 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 295 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
Max
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Hyundai IONIQ Electric
Premium 28kWh
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Citroën ë-C3 Aircross Max
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ Electric Premium 28kWh
Tested 2016
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist86%
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3 AircrossMax | Hyundai IONIQ ElectricPremium 28kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 201,168 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
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Hyundai IONIQ Electric
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai IONIQ Electric worth the extra £3,880 over the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross?
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric costs £3,880 more than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. For that premium it adds a 2.7s quicker 0-62mph time. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is not just cheaper - it also offers 66 miles more WLTP range, 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and 110 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Hyundai IONIQ Electric?
The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is £3,880 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross comes out roughly £3,840 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Hyundai IONIQ Electric like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 158 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 104 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross goes roughly 55 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Hyundai IONIQ Electric?
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 580 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross. The Hyundai IONIQ Electric also turns in a 0.3 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross or the Hyundai IONIQ Electric?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and 84% for the Hyundai IONIQ Electric. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ Electric's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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