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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Peugeot e-308
Selected trimAllureChange trim279 mi · 58 kWh · £31,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Peugeot e-308 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- 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.
Value
Hyundai
7.2
Peugeot
6.8
Too close to call
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Peugeot
4.1
Family
Hyundai
8.2
Peugeot
7.9
Too close to call
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Peugeot
5.1
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Peugeot
9
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
8.3
Peugeot
6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
- £8,820 cheaper
- 1.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 (better) | £31,065 |
| Official range | 213 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L | 548 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
Peugeot e-308
Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-212mm
Peugeot e-3084,367mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-52mm
Peugeot e-3081,852mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm
Peugeot e-3081,464mm-41mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,367 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,852 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,062 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,464 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11.1 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 548 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | 548 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L | 1258 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg (better) | 0 kg |
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.
Peugeot e-308
- At 4,367 mm, shorter than 100% of estate EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 2nd-largest boot among estate EVs in our catalogue at 548 L.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Peugeot e-308 Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.37m+212mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.85m+52mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.06m-38mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.46m-41mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.67m-5mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | 548L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L | 1258L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11.1m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 1,676kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 58kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi | 279 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 (better) | £31,065 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) (better) | £29,565 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Estate |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles | 279 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 232 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 55 kWh (better) |
| 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 | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 108 kW | 115 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 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.
Peugeot e-308
Allure
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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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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Peugeot e-308 Allure
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant76%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist65%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Peugeot e-308Allure |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
Buying options
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Peugeot e-308
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Peugeot e-308 worth the extra £8,820 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Peugeot e-308 costs £8,820 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 66 miles more WLTP range and 107 litres more boot space. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers a 1.0s 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 Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Peugeot e-308?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £8,820 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 £8,860 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 Peugeot e-308 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 232 miles for the Peugeot e-308 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Peugeot e-308 goes roughly 55 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Peugeot e-308?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 52 mm narrower than the Peugeot e-308. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and about 548 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-308. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 also turns in a 0.7 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 .