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Citroën ë-C4 X vs Hyundai Ioniq 3
Selected trimPlusChange trim222 mi · 50 kWh · £28,715
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 X stays competitive across the board, while the Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Citroën
6.2
Hyundai
7.2
Motorway Range
Citroën
5.1
Hyundai
4.7
Too close to call
Family
Citroën
8.6
Hyundai
8.2
Too close to call
ChargingHyundai
Citroën
6
Hyundai
7
Cost Per MileHyundai
Citroën
7.4
Hyundai
9.5
City DrivingHyundai
Citroën
6
Hyundai
8.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
- £6,470 cheaper
- 2.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £28,715 | £22,245 (better) |
| Official range | 222 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 510 L (better) | 441 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4 X
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Length
Citroën ë-C4 X4,600mm
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-445mm
Width
Citroën ë-C4 X1,800mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm
Height
Citroën ë-C4 X1,525mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-20mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,600 mm | 4,155 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,100 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 510 L (better) | 441 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1213 L |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4 X
- At 4,600 mm, longer than 100% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 2nd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 510 L.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
- 2nd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Peak DC charging of 119 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 X Plus |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.60m | 4.16m-445mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.50m-20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.68m+10mm |
| Ground Clearance | 156mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 510L (better) | 441L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1213L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,580kg | 1,550kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh (better) | 42.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 222 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 119kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £28,715 | £22,245 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £27,215 (-£1,500) | £18,495 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 222 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 185 miles (better) | 178 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 119 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 45 kWh (better) | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10.8 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 108 kW (better) |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| 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-C4 X
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 X Plus
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C4 XPlus | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4 X
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C4 X worth the extra £6,470 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Citroën ë-C4 X costs £6,470 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 69 litres more boot space. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 2.0s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £6,470 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £6,550 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-C4 X and Hyundai Ioniq 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 185 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 X and 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 X or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The two are within 0 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 X and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 also turns in a 0.5 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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