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Citroën ë-C3 vs Hyundai INSTER
Selected trim01Change trim203 mi · 42 kWh · £23,755
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C3 counters with the lowest price, while the Hyundai INSTER leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai INSTER if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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 fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai INSTER wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Citroën
4.8
Hyundai
6
Motorway RangeHyundai
Citroën
1.9
Hyundai
3.8
FamilyHyundai
Citroën
2.7
Hyundai
6
ChargingHyundai
Citroën
1.3
Hyundai
3.6
Cost Per MileHyundai
Citroën
3.4
Hyundai
6.9
City DrivingHyundai
Citroën
8
Hyundai
8.8
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 | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £19,995 (better) | £23,755 |
| Official range | 134 miles | 203 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 310 L (better) | 280 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C3
Hyundai INSTER
Length
Citroën ë-C34,015mm
Hyundai INSTER3,825mm-190mm
Width
Citroën ë-C31,755mm
Hyundai INSTER1,610mm-145mm
Height
Citroën ë-C31,577mm
Hyundai INSTER1,575mm-2mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,015 mm | 3,825 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,755 mm | 1,610 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,875 mm |
| Height | 1,577 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 645 mm spare | 790 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 310 L (better) | 280 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1059 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C3
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Hyundai INSTER
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- 1,610 mm wide, below our 1,750 mm narrow-car threshold.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range |  Hyundai INSTER 01 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.01m | 3.83m-190mm |
| Width | 1.75m | 1.61m-145mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.88m |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.57m-2mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.54m | 2.58m+40mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 310L (better) | 280L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1059L |
| Seats | 5 (better) | 4 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,413kg | 1,349kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh | 42kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 134 mi | 203 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 30kW | 73kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £19,995 (better) | £23,755 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£1,500) | £23,755 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2024+ | 2025+ |
* Citroën ë-C3: Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 134 miles | 203 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 94 miles | 145 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 36 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 30 kW | 73 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 10.5 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 165 Wh/km | 143 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 29.8 kWh | 42 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.6 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 83 kW (better) | 71 kW |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 147 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Citroën ë-C3
Urban Range
Hyundai INSTER
01
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Citroën ë-C3 Urban Range
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Euro NCAP - Hyundai INSTER 01
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant70%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist67%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C3Urban Range | Hyundai INSTER01 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C3
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Hyundai INSTER
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C3
No active listings.
Hyundai INSTER
- £18,9902026Cars2View
- £18,9902026Cars2View
- £22,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai INSTER worth the extra £3,760 over the Citroën ë-C3?
The Hyundai INSTER costs £3,760 more than the Citroën ë-C3. For that premium it adds 70 miles more WLTP range, 43 kW faster peak rapid charging and lower energy use, 143 versus 165 Wh/km. The Citroën ë-C3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 1 more seat (5 versus 4). On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai INSTER comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Hyundai INSTER?
The Citroën ë-C3 is £3,760 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 Citroën ë-C3 comes out roughly £3,640 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C3 and Hyundai INSTER like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 94 miles for the Citroën ë-C3 and 145 miles for the Hyundai INSTER - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai INSTER goes roughly 51 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-36 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Hyundai INSTER?
The Hyundai INSTER is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 145 mm narrower than the Citroën ë-C3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 790 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai INSTER and about 645 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C3 or the Hyundai INSTER?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Citroën ë-C3 and 84% for the Hyundai INSTER. That gives the Citroën ë-C3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Citroën ë-C3's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai INSTER's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .