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BMW iX3 vs Hyundai IONIQ 6
Selected trim40Change trim395 mi · 82.6 kWh · £53,250
Selected trimLong Range RWDChange trim339 mi · 77.4 kWh · £47,050
At a glance
In this comparison, BMW iX3 leads on motorway range, family practicality and city driving, while the Hyundai IONIQ 6 leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the BMW iX3 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The BMW iX3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
BMW
6.2
Hyundai
6.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeBMW
BMW
7.8
Hyundai
6.8
FamilyBMW
BMW
8
Hyundai
6.2
Charging
BMW
8.3
Hyundai
7.9
Too close to call
Cost Per MileHyundai
BMW
6.4
Hyundai
7.1
City DrivingBMW
BMW
3.3
Hyundai
2.5
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 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £53,250 | £47,050 (better) |
| Official range | 395 miles (better) | 339 miles |
| Boot space | 520 L (better) | 401 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 21 min | 18 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6 sec (better) | 7.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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BMW iX3
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Length
BMW iX34,782mm-73mm
Hyundai IONIQ 64,855mm
Width
BMW iX31,895mm
Hyundai IONIQ 61,880mm-15mm
Height
BMW iX31,635mm
Hyundai IONIQ 61,495mm-140mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,782 mm | 4,855 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,895 mm | 1,880 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,093 mm (better) | 2,141 mm |
| Height | 1,635 mm | 1,495 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 | 520 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 520 L (better) | 401 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1750 L (better) | 1370 L |
| Frunk | 58 L (better) | 45 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 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 6
- Peak DC charging of 350 kW, faster than 80% of saloon EVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  BMW iX3 40 |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.78m | 4.86m+73mm |
| Width | 1.90m | 1.88m-15mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.09m | 2.14m+48mm |
| Height | 1.64m | 1.50m-140mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.95m+54mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 520L (better) | 401L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1750L (better) | 1370L |
| Frunk | 58L (better) | 45L |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 12m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,200kg | 1,948kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 82.6kWh (better) | 77.4kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 395 mi (better) | 339 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 300kW | 350kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £53,250 | £47,050 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2022+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 395 miles (better) | 339 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 293 miles (better) | 282 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 21 min | 18 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 300 kW | 350 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 146 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 82.6 kWh (better) | 77.4 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 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6 sec (better) | 7.4 sec |
| Power | 235 kW (better) | 168 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 6
Long Range RWD
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Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 6 Long Range RWD
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | BMW iX340 | Hyundai IONIQ 6Long Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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BMW iX3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Hyundai IONIQ 6
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
BMW iX3
No active listings.
Hyundai IONIQ 6
- £25,8992024Car360View
- £24,8902024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the BMW iX3 worth the extra £6,200 over the Hyundai IONIQ 6?
The BMW iX3 costs £6,200 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 6. For that premium it adds 56 miles more WLTP range, 119 litres more boot space and 67 kW more power. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. 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 6?
The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is £6,200 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £152 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai IONIQ 6 comes out roughly £6,240 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 6 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 293 miles for the BMW iX3 and 282 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. 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 6?
The two are within 15 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 520 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 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 .