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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Leapmotor B05
Selected trimStandard236 mi · 52 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Leapmotor B05 leads on motorway range.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- 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
Choose the Leapmotor B05 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 Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
7.2
Leapmotor
0
Motorway RangeLeapmotor
Hyundai
4.7
Leapmotor
5.4
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Leapmotor
0
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7
Leapmotor
0
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Leapmotor
7.9
City Driving
Hyundai
8.3
Leapmotor
8
Too close to call
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Leapmotor B05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 | Not available |
| Official range | 213 miles | 236 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | Not available |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
Leapmotor B05
Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-40mm
Leapmotor B054,195mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-10mm
Leapmotor B051,810mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-70mm
Leapmotor B051,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Leapmotor B05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,195 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,810 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m | 10.3 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 590 mm spare |
People & luggage
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| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Leapmotor B05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L | Not available |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Leapmotor B05
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Leapmotor B05 Base |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.20m+40mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.81m+10mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.57m+70mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.62m-60mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L | Not available |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m | 10.34m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg | Not available |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi | 236 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW | Not available |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 | Not available |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
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| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Leapmotor B05Base |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles | 236 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 197 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW | Not available |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 52 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Leapmotor B05Base |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | Not available |
| Power | 108 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and Leapmotor B05 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 197 miles for the Leapmotor B05 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Leapmotor B05 goes roughly 19 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Leapmotor B05?
The two are within 10 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 590 mm of total clearance for the Leapmotor B05.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .