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Kia EV3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

The Kia EV3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 sit in different EV segments. EV3 targets budget-focused buyers who want a compact city SUV with modern tech. Ioniq 5 targets buyers who want more space, stronger performance, and a premium feel in a mid-size crossover.

Range differs by class. EV3 offers up to about 600 km WLTP in long-range form, built for efficiency. Ioniq 5 delivers around 480 to 570 km depending on battery and drivetrain. Charging separates them more. Ioniq 5 supports 800V architecture with ultra-fast DC charging near 10 to 80 percent in about 18 minutes. EV3 uses a lower voltage system, so charging takes longer, though still competitive for its class.

Kia EV3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5

Price reflects positioning. EV3 sits in the entry to mid EV price band, aimed at wider adoption. Ioniq 5 sits higher, closer to premium pricing. Availability favors Ioniq 5 with broader global rollout across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. EV3 is newer with phased market entry. This comparison helps you decide between affordability and compact size versus space, speed, and charging performance.

Within Kia, EV3 sits below models like the Kia EV6 and Kia EV9. Within Hyundai, Ioniq 5 aligns with the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 7 as part of a higher-tier EV lineup.

Kia EV3 offers strong range, lower price, and compact usability, but slower charging and less interior space limit it; Hyundai Ioniq 5 offers ultra-fast charging, spacious cabin, and higher performance, but higher cost and lower max range in some trims reduce efficiency focus.

QUICK VERDICT; Pick Kia EV3 if you want lower cost and maximum range per charge in a small footprint. Pick Hyundai Ioniq 5 if you want faster charging, more space, and stronger overall performance.

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  Kia EV3 Hyundai Ioniq 5
Price $35,000.00 $44,000.00
Our Rating 6.3 6.2
Brand KIA Hyundai
Category Cars Cars

MODEL

Models Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
Kia EV3 GT
Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD

LAUNCH

Announced 2024, May 23 - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
2024, May 23 - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
2026, January 9 - Kia EV3 GT
2024, March 04
Status Available to order. Released 2024, August - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
Available to order. Released 2024, August - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
Coming soon. Expected release 2026, Q2 - Kia EV3 GT
Available to order. Released 2024, July
Country of origin South Korea South Korea
Base Price € 36,000 £ 33,000 - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
€ 41,400 £ 36,000 - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
€ 44,000 £ 40,000 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
€ 51,700 £ 43,400 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
€ 59,400 £ 50,900 - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD

PERFORMANCE

Power FWD 204 hp (150 kW) - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
FWD 204 hp (150 kW) - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
AWD 288 hp (215 kW) - Kia EV3 GT
RWD 170 hp (125 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
RWD 228 hp (168 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
AWD 325 hp (239 kW) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Torque 283 Nm (209 lb-ft) 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
350 Nm (258 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
605 Nm (446 lb-ft) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. 7.5 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
7.7 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
5.7 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 GT
8.5 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
7.5 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
5.3 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Max Speed 106 mph (170 km/h) 115 mph (185 km/h)
transmission Single-speed Single-speed

BATTERY

Capacity 58.3 kWh total - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
81.4 kWh total - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
81.4 kWh total - Kia EV3 GT
63 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
84 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
84 kWh total - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Tech Li-Ion NCM 369V (400V type) - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
Li-Ion NCM 343V (400V type) - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
Li-Ion NMC 343V (400V type) - Kia EV3 GT
Liquid-cooled Li-Po (800V type)
Range 257 mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
350 mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
273 mi WLTP (240 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
320 mi WLTP (310 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
308 mi WLTP (280 mi EPA) - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Consumption 254 Wh/mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
261 Wh/mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
251 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
277 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
293 Wh/mi WLTP - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Recuperation Yes
4 levels, with steering wheel paddles
Heat Pump
AC Charging Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW
DC Charging CCS 100 kW, 10-80% in 31 min - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
CCS 135 kW, 10-80% in 33 min - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
CCS 135 kW, 10-80% in 33 min - Kia EV3 GT
CCS 180 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
CCS 235 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
CCS 235 kW, 10-80% in 18 min - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Others Vehicle to load (V2L)
220V electrical outlet (3.5 KW max)
Vehicle to load (V2L)
230V electrical outlet (3.6 KW max)

BODY

Type 5 door crossover, 5 seats 5 door crossover, 5 seats
Platform E-GMP E-GMP
Dimensions 4300 x 1850 x 1560 mm (169.3 x 72.8 x 61.4 in) 4655 x 1890 x 1605 mm (183.3 x 74.4 x 63.2 in)
Drag Co-Efficient 0.263 Cd 0.288 Cd
Wheelbase 2680 mm (105.5 in) 3000 mm (118.1 in)
Clearance 160 mm (6.3 in)
Weight EU: 1800 kg unladen, 2270 kg gross - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
EU: 1885 kg unladen, 2355 kg gross - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
EU: 1885 kg unladen, 2355 kg gross - Kia EV3 GT
EU: 1965 kg unladen, 2470 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
EU: 2070 kg unladen, 2590 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
EU: 2175 kg unladen, 2685 kg gross - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Suspension Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link
Wheels R17,R19 R19, R20
Trunk/Boot EU: 460 l, 1251 l max EU: 527 l, 1587 l max
Frunk/Bonnet 25 l 57 l
57 l
24 l
Towing EU: 300 kg unbraked, 300 kg braked - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Kia EV3 GT
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 750 kg braked - Hyundai Ioniq 5 63kWh RWD
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1600 kg braked - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh RWD
EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1600 kg braked - Hyundai Ioniq 5 84kWh AWD
Others Battery thermal pre-conditioning
Smart Frequency Dampers
Digital Centre Mirror
Digital Side Mirrors

DISPLAYS

Centre 12.3" touchscreen
12.3" touchscreen
Driver's Display 12.3" 12.3"
Head-Up Yes Yes, projector type
Others 5.3" climate control screen

COMFORT

Seats Heated front seats
Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats
Roof Glass sunroof, tilt & slide
Panoramic glass roof, solar roof
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front and reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2
Connectivity Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay

SAFETY

Airbags Front, side, rear, head airbag system 8 airbags: side, front and rear, including head airbag system
Driving Aids Front radar, several cameras. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2.0 - City, Pedestrian, Cyclist, Junction Turning & Junction Crossing. Lane Follow Assist 2.0, Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear-Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Driver Attention Warning, Multi-Collision Braking System, Blind-Spot View Monitor Front and corner radars, cameras. Forward/Side/Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian and Cyclist Recognition, Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist 2, Safe Exit Assist, High Beam Assist, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Hands-On Detection

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