The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is a compact electric hatchback for the European market, revealed during Milan Design Week 2026 as Hyundai Motor Europe’s newest addition to the Ioniq EV family. It measures 4,155 mm long and sits on Hyundai’s E-GMP-derived architecture, positioned as an “aero hatch” below the Ioniq 5 crossover. The car is due on sale in Europe during 2026 and is not planned for the US market.
Two battery options are offered. The Standard Range uses a 42.2 kWh pack for up to 344 km of WLTP range, while the Long Range steps up to a 61 kWh pack for up to 496 km. Both run on a 400-volt electrical architecture with fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in under 30 minutes, and both share a peak output of 146 hp (107.8 kW) and 250 Nm of torque, reaching a 170 km/h top speed. The 0 to 100 km/h sprint takes 9.0 seconds in the lighter Standard Range and 9.6 seconds in the Long Range.
Inside, the Ioniq 3 offers a choice of 12.9-inch or 14.6-inch displays and a 441-litre boot, aimed at everyday practicality rather than outright range or performance.
Hyundai has not confirmed final European pricing for the Ioniq 3 ahead of its 2026 on-sale date.
