Hyundai's all-electric hot hatch goes on sale in the UK, starting at around $25,000
Hyundai has launched the all-electric Ioniq 3 in the UK, with prices starting at approximately $25,000 after a government grant. The vehicle offers two battery options with ranges up to 308 miles and features a new Android-based infotainment system. Hyundai has confirmed the model will not be sold in the US due to manufacturing locations and tariff implications.
- ▪The Ioniq 3 is available in the UK starting at £18,495, which is roughly $25,000 after a £3,750 Electric Car Grant.
- ▪The base Advance trim includes a 42 kWh battery with a 213-mile range, while the top N-Line Evo version offers a 61 kWh battery and up to 308 miles of range.
- ▪The car is built on a 400V architecture that allows charging from 10 to 80 percent in about 29 minutes.
- ▪Hyundai will not bring the Ioniq 3 to the US because it is manufactured in Turkey, making it subject to tariffs that would increase its cost.
- ▪The vehicle features Hyundai's new Pleos Connect Infotainment system based on Android Automotive OS with display sizes ranging from 12.9 to 14.6 inches.
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News EVs and Transportation Hyundai's all-electric hot hatch goes on sale in the UK, starting at around $25,000 The EV maker has no plans to bring the Ioniq 3 to the US, though. By Jackson Chen Oct. 5, 2026 1:44 pm EST Hyundai Add Engadget on Google: Preferred Source Google Discover Hyundai's Ioniq 3 and its extremely attractive price tag has landed in the UK. First introduced in April, the all-electric compact hatchback is now available to order, starting at £18,495, or around $25,000. That final price is thanks to a £3,750 Electric Car Grant in the UK that each Ioniq 3 model qualifies for. Ashley Andrew, president of Hyundai Motor UK, said in a press release that the Ioniq 3 had more customers registering interest before launch than any other Hyundai introduced in the country.
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