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Cupra Born vs Hyundai Ioniq 3
At a glance
In this comparison, Cupra Born leads on motorway range, while the Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Cupra Born if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueHyundai
Cupra
5.6
Hyundai
7.2
Motorway RangeCupra
Cupra
6.3
Hyundai
4.7
Family
Cupra
8.1
Hyundai
8.2
Too close to call
Charging
Cupra
6.7
Hyundai
7
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
Cupra
9.6
Hyundai
9.5
Too close to call
City DrivingHyundai
Cupra
7.7
Hyundai
8.3
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 | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,995 | £22,245 (better) |
| Official range | 301 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 385 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 8.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Cupra Born
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Length
Cupra Born4,324mm
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-169mm
Width
Cupra Born1,809mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-9mm
Height
Cupra Born1,540mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-35mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,155 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,809 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,070 mm (better) | 2,100 mm |
| Height | 1,540 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 591 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 385 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1267 L (better) | 1213 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Cupra Born
- 301 mile WLTP range, longer than 95% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Peak DC charging of 105 kW, faster than 85% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
- 3rd-largest boot among hatchback EVs in our catalogue at 441 L.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Peak DC charging of 119 kW, faster than 90% of hatchback EVs in our catalogue.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Cupra Born V1 58kWh |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.16m-169mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.80m-9mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.07m | 2.10m+30mm |
| Height | 1.54m | 1.50m-35mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.68m-86mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 385L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1267L (better) | 1213L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.2m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,899kg | 1,550kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 42.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 301 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 105kW | 119kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,995 | £22,245 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £34,495 (-£1,500) | £18,495 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
* Cupra Born: Heat pump: an option, not standard.
* Cupra Born: Manufacturer lists no trailer towing capacity.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 301 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 250 miles (better) | 178 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 105 kW | 119 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8 sec (better) | 8.8 sec |
| Power | 140 kW (better) | 108 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Cupra Born
V1 58kWh
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Cupra Born V1 58kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant89%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users76%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Cupra BornV1 58kWh | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Cupra Born
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Cupra Born worth the extra £13,750 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Cupra Born costs £13,750 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 88 miles more WLTP range, 32 kW more power and a 0.8s quicker 0-62mph time. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 56 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Cupra Born or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £13,750 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £128 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £13,710 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Cupra Born and Hyundai Ioniq 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 250 miles for the Cupra Born and 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Cupra Born goes roughly 73 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Cupra Born or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The two are within 9 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and about 591 mm of total clearance for the Cupra Born.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .