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Fiat Grande Panda vs Hyundai Ioniq 3
Selected trimPopChange trim199 mi · 44 kWh · £20,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Fiat Grande Panda counters with the lowest price, while the Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Fiat
4.9
Hyundai
7.2
Motorway RangeHyundai
Fiat
4.1
Hyundai
4.7
FamilyHyundai
Fiat
2.1
Hyundai
8.2
ChargingHyundai
Fiat
3.2
Hyundai
7
Cost Per MileHyundai
Fiat
7.8
Hyundai
9.5
City Driving
Fiat
8.1
Hyundai
8.3
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
- 80 litres more boot space
- 2.2s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.5 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,995 (better) | £22,245 |
| Official range | 199 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 361 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Fiat Grande Panda
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Length
Fiat Grande Panda3,990mm-165mm
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm
Width
Fiat Grande Panda1,761mm-39mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm
Height
Fiat Grande Panda1,579mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-74mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,990 mm | 4,155 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,761 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,100 mm |
| Height | 1,579 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. | 639 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 361 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1213 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Fiat Grande Panda
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
- 3rd-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 |  Fiat Grande Panda Pop |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.99m | 4.16m+165mm |
| Width | 1.76m | 1.80m+39mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.50m-74mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.55m | 2.68m+131mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 361L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1213L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,521kg (better) | 1,550kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 44kWh (better) | 42.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 199 mi | 213 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 119kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,995 (better) | £22,245 |
| Price after EV grant | £20,995 (not eligible) | £18,495 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Fiat Grande Panda: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 199 miles | 213 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 166 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 119 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 44 kWh (better) | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 84 kW | 108 kW (better) |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 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.
Fiat Grande Panda
Pop
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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 - Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Fiat Grande Panda Pop
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Fiat Grande PandaPop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Fiat Grande Panda
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai Ioniq 3 worth the extra £1,250 over the Fiat Grande Panda?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 costs £1,250 more than the Fiat Grande Panda. For that premium it adds 80 litres more boot space and a 2.2s 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 Fiat Grande Panda or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Fiat Grande Panda is £1,250 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 Fiat Grande Panda comes out roughly £1,170 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Fiat Grande Panda and Hyundai Ioniq 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 166 miles for the Fiat Grande Panda 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 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat Grande Panda or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Fiat Grande Panda is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 39 mm narrower than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 639 mm of total clearance for the Fiat Grande Panda 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
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .