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BMW iX3 vs Hyundai IONIQ 5
Selected trim40Change trim395 mi · 82.6 kWh · £53,250
Selected trimStandard Range RWDChange trim273 mi · 63 kWh · £40,695
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on motorway range, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
BMW
6.2
Hyundai
6.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
7.8
Hyundai
6.4
Family
BMW
8
Hyundai
7.7
Too close to call
Charging
BMW
8.3
Hyundai
7.9
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
BMW
6.4
Hyundai
6.8
Too close to call
City Driving
BMW
3.3
Hyundai
3.3
Too close to call
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 | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £53,250 | £40,695 (better) |
| Official range | 395 miles (better) | 273 miles |
| Boot space | 520 L | 520 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min | 18 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Length
BMW iX34,782mm
Hyundai IONIQ 54,655mm-127mm
Width
BMW iX31,895mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm-5mm
Height
BMW iX31,635mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm-30mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,655 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm | 1,890 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,093 mm (better) | 2,116 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,605 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 12 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 505 mm spare | 510 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L | 520 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1750 L (better) | 1587 L |
| Frunk | 58 L (better) | 57 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
BMW iX3
- 395 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of SUVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 300 kW, faster than 90% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- Uses 146 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 95% of SUVs we track.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Peak DC charging of 260 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 40 |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.78m | 4.66m-127mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.89m-5mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | 2.12m+23mm |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.60m-30mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 3.00m+104mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L | 520L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1750L (better) | 1587L |
| Frunk | 58L (better) | 57L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 12m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,200kg | 1,920kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.6kWh (better) | 63kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 395 mi (better) | 273 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 300kW (better) | 260kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £53,250 | £40,695 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 395 miles (better) | 273 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 293 miles (better) | 228 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | 18 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 300 kW (better) | 260 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 10.5 kW |
| Energy consumption | 146 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.6 kWh (better) | 63 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 800V | 800V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
| Power | 235 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 500 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
BMW iX3
40
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
8.9/10
average across 7 reviews
- Car Magazine5/5
- DrivingElectric5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
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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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - BMW iX3 40
Tested 2026
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Buying options
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BMW iX3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Hyundai IONIQ 5
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Live used listings
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BMW iX3
No active listings.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £29,9902025Cars2View
- £40,4902026Cars2View
- £33,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £12,555 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The BMW iX3 costs £12,555 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For that premium it adds 121 miles more WLTP range, 40 kW faster peak rapid charging and 110 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the BMW iX3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the BMW iX3 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £12,555 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out roughly £12,555 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the BMW iX3 and Hyundai IONIQ 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 293 miles for the BMW iX3 and 228 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The BMW iX3 goes roughly 65 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 18-21 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the BMW iX3 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The two are within 5 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and about 505 mm of total clearance for the BMW iX3.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .