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Fiat 600e vs Hyundai Ioniq 3
Selected trimPopChange trim254 mi · 54 kWh · £26,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Fiat 600e stays competitive across the board, while the Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 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 have a family - it has the best combination of boot space, safety, and rear legroom
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Fiat
5.1
Hyundai
7.2
Motorway RangeHyundai
Fiat
3.8
Hyundai
4.7
FamilyHyundai
Fiat
2.1
Hyundai
8.2
ChargingHyundai
Fiat
3.9
Hyundai
7
Cost Per MileHyundai
Fiat
5.6
Hyundai
9.5
City Driving
Fiat
8.2
Hyundai
8.3
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 | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £26,995 | £22,245 (better) |
| Official range | 254 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Boot space | 360 L | 441 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Fiat 600e
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Length
Fiat 600e4,178mm
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-23mm
Width
Fiat 600e1,779mm-21mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm
Height
Fiat 600e1,525mm
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-20mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,178 mm | 4,155 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,100 mm |
| Height | 1,525 mm | 1,505 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.5 m | 10.4 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L | 441 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1213 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 750 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Fiat 600e
- At 4,178 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 151 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of SUVs we track.
- 10.5 m turning circle, tighter than 80% of SUVs in our database.
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 |  Fiat 600e Pop |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.18m | 4.16m-23mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.10m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.50m-20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.68m+119mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L | 441L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1213L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.5m | 10.4m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,579kg | 1,550kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 42.2kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 254 mi (better) | 213 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 119kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £26,995 | £22,245 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £25,495 (-£1,500) | £18,495 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* Fiat 600e: 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 | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 254 miles (better) | 213 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 176 miles | 178 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 119 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 151 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 54 kWh (better) | 42.2 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | Not available |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9 sec | 8.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 115 kW (better) | 108 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | 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.
Fiat 600e
Pop
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 - Fiat 600e Pop
Fiat 600e Pop
Euro NCAP crash-safety rating not published. The vehicle has been assessed under the Green NCAP sustainability programme only.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Fiat 600ePop | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Fiat 600e worth the extra £4,750 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Fiat 600e costs £4,750 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 40 miles more WLTP range. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 81 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 Fiat 600e or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £4,750 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £168 for the Fiat 600e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £4,910 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Fiat 600e and Hyundai Ioniq 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 176 miles for the Fiat 600e and 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 - 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 27-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Fiat 600e or the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Fiat 600e and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .