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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Volvo EX30
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Volvo EX30 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
Volvo
5.9
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Volvo
2.7
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Volvo
5
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Volvo
5.7
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Volvo
3
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
8.3
Volvo
6.2
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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 (better) | £33,060 |
| Official range | 213 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 400 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-78mm
Volvo EX304,233mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-38mm
Volvo EX301,838mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-45mm
Volvo EX301,550mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,233 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,838 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,032 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,550 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 562 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 821 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 400 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L (better) | 1000 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,000 kg (better) |
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.
Volvo EX30
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Volvo EX30 Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.23m+78mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.84m+38mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.03m-68mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.55m+45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.65m-30mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 400L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L (better) | 1000L |
| Frunk | Not available | 7L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 821mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 1,840kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,000kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 51kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi (better) | 209 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 (better) | £33,060 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) | £33,060 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Volvo EX30: 11 kW AC on Core and Plus; Ultra has a 22 kW on-board charger.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 169 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 51 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
| 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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec (better) | 9.1 sec |
| Power | 108 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
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.
Volvo EX30
Single Motor
7.5/10
average across 6 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.1/5
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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 - Volvo EX30 Single Motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist80%
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 | Volvo EX30Single Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 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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Volvo EX30
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
No active listings.
Volvo EX30
- £26,1672024Car360View
- £27,5512025Car360View
- £23,4992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX30 worth the extra £10,815 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Volvo EX30 costs £10,815 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 31 kW faster peak rapid charging and 92 kW more power. 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 Volvo EX30?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £10,815 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £184 for the Volvo EX30, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £11,055 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 Volvo EX30 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 149 miles for the Volvo EX30 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Volvo EX30?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 38 mm narrower than the Volvo EX30. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and about 562 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX30. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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