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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Kia e-Niro
At a glance
The Kia e-Niro was replaced by the Kia Niro EV in 2022. Compare the Hyundai Ioniq 3 with the Kia Niro EV
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia e-Niro stays competitive across the board.
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
- 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 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
7.2
Kia
0
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Kia
2.5
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Kia
3.7
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Kia
0.3
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Kia
5.1
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
8.3
Kia
7.1
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
- 34 miles more WLTP range
- 69 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.0s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 | Not available |
| Official range | 213 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L | 451 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-220mm
Kia e-Niro4,375mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-5mm
Kia e-Niro1,805mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-65mm
Kia e-Niro1,570mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,375 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,805 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 595 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | 451 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Kia e-Niro
- Uses 153 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of SUVs we track.
- At 4,375 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Kia e-Niro 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.38m+220mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m+5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.57m+65mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.70m+20mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 155mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | 451L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 1,667kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh (better) | 39.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi (better) | 180 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2019–2022 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles (better) | 180 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 126 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 153 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh (better) | 39.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 108 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 395 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.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia e-Niro
2
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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
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia e-Niro2 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and Kia e-Niro like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 126 miles for the Kia e-Niro - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 goes roughly 52 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Kia e-Niro?
The two are within 5 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 Hyundai Ioniq 3 and about 595 mm of total clearance for the Kia e-Niro.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .