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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Renault 5
Selected trimEvolutionChange trim191 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Renault 5 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
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
Renault
6
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Renault
4.2
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Renault
5.9
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Renault
3.5
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Renault
8.8
City Driving
Hyundai
8.3
Renault
8.7
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
- 115 litres more boot space
- 39 kW faster rapid charging
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 (better) | £22,995 |
| Official range | 213 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min (better) | 31 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
Renault 5
Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm
Renault 53,922mm-233mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-8mm
Renault 51,808mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm
Renault 51,498mm-7mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 3,922 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,808 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,020 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,498 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 592 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 326 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L (better) | 1106 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.
Renault 5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Renault 5 Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 3.92m-233mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.81m+8mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.02m-80mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.50m-7mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.54m-140mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 145mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 326L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L (better) | 1106L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.3m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg | 1,463kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg (better) | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh (better) | 40kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi (better) | 191 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 (better) | £22,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) (better) | £21,495 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles (better) | 191 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 160 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min (better) | 31 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh (better) | 40 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 | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 108 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 225 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.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Renault 5
Evolution
Watch the reviews
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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 - Renault 5 Evolution
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist68%
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 | Renault 5Evolution |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Renault 5
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
No active listings.
Renault 5
- £21,6622026Car360View
- £19,8992025Car360View
- £29,6992026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Renault 5?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £750 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 £790 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 Renault 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 160 miles for the Renault 5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 goes roughly 18 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 29-31 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Renault 5?
The two are within 8 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 592 mm of total clearance for the Renault 5.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .