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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Kia Niro EV
Selected trim2 · 2022-26Change trim288 mi · 64.8 kWh · £34,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia Niro EV 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
4.9
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Kia
2.1
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Kia
4.7
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Kia
1.6
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Kia
3.5
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
8.3
Kia
6.4
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 (better) | £34,995 |
| Official range | 213 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
Kia Niro EV
Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-265mm
Kia Niro EV4,420mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-25mm
Kia Niro EV1,825mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-40mm
Kia Niro EV1,545mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,420 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,825 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,545 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) | 575 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | 475 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 Niro EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Kia Niro EV 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.42m+265mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.82m+25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.54m+40mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.72m+40mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 1,739kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 64.8kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi | 288 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 (better) | £34,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) | £34,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022–2026 |
* Kia Niro EV: Heat pump: an option on the 3 and 4, not available on the 2.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles | 288 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 194 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 164 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 64.8 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 108 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 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 Niro EV
2
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Kia Niro EV2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Kia Niro EV
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Kia Niro EV
- £13,4052023Car360View
- £23,6502024Car360View
- £22,6412024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Niro EV worth the extra £12,750 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Kia Niro EV costs £12,750 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 75 miles more WLTP range, 42 kW more power and a 1.0s quicker 0-62mph time. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 69 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Kia Niro EV?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £12,750 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £176 for the Kia Niro EV, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £12,950 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and Kia Niro EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 194 miles for the Kia Niro EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia Niro EV goes roughly 17 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Kia Niro EV?
The two are within 25 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 575 mm of total clearance for the Kia Niro EV.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .