Compare performance (650 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (38500 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Kia EV3?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Kia EV3 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 costs 38500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7637 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Hyundai IONIQ 5 with 15.60 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.70 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs minimal better – achieving up to 605 km, about 35 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a significantly edge – offering 650 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 446 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs distinct better – reaching 260 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 90 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai IONIQ 5 pulls significantly stronger with 770 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 487 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Kia EV3 is hardly perceptible lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1955 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers slightly more room – 520 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 performs distinct better – up to 1580 L, which is about 329 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 somewhat takes the win – 530 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.
detailsThe Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
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Price
38500 - 64200 £
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Electric Range
440 - 570 km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
4655 - 4715 mm
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Width
1890 - 1940 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Height
1585 - 1605 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Payload
385 - 530 kg
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Payload
470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 650 HP
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Power HP
204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
350 - 770 Nm
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Torque
283 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
125 - 478 kW
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Power kW
150 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Kia
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The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.