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Hyundai Ioniq 3 vs Volvo EX40
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim355 mi · 82 kWh · £39,610
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai Ioniq 3 leads on motorway range, family practicality and running costs, while the Volvo EX40 stays competitive across the board.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai Ioniq 3 if...
- 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- 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 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Hyundai
7.2
Volvo
6.9
Too close to call
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
4.7
Volvo
4.1
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
8.2
Volvo
6.9
Charging
Hyundai
7
Volvo
6.6
Too close to call
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.5
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingHyundai
Hyundai
8.3
Volvo
5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
- 142 miles more WLTP range
- 81 kW faster rapid charging
- 77 kW more power
- 1.5s quicker 0-62 mph
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £22,245 (better) | £39,610 |
| Official range | 213 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 441 L (better) | 410 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
Volvo EX40
Length
Hyundai Ioniq 34,155mm-285mm
Volvo EX404,440mm
Width
Hyundai Ioniq 31,800mm-73mm
Volvo EX401,873mm
Height
Hyundai Ioniq 31,505mm-146mm
Volvo EX401,651mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,155 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,034 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,505 mm | 1,651 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 4 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 441 L (better) | 410 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1213 L | 1400 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 31 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | 1,500 kg (better) |
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.
Volvo EX40
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai Ioniq 3 Advance 42kWh |  Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.16m | 4.44m+285mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.87m+73mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.03m-66mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.65m+146mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.70m+22mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 441L (better) | 410L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1213L | 1400L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 31L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,550kg (better) | 2,075kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 82kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 213 mi | 355 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 119kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £22,245 (better) | £39,610 |
| Price after EV grant | £18,495 (-£3,750) | £39,610 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 213 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 178 miles | 242 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 119 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 82 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| 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 | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 108 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
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.
Hyundai Ioniq 3
Advance 42kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai Ioniq 3Advance 42kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Volvo EX40
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Hyundai Ioniq 3
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Volvo EX40
- £38,0582025Car360View
- £36,8872025Car360View
- £35,0372024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX40 worth the extra £17,365 over the Hyundai Ioniq 3?
The Volvo EX40 costs £17,365 more than the Hyundai Ioniq 3. For that premium it adds 142 miles more WLTP range, 81 kW faster peak rapid charging and 77 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Volvo EX40?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is £17,365 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £184 for the Volvo EX40, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai Ioniq 3 comes out roughly £17,605 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and Volvo EX40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 178 miles for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and 242 miles for the Volvo EX40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Volvo EX40 goes roughly 64 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai Ioniq 3 or the Volvo EX40?
The Hyundai Ioniq 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 73 mm narrower than the Volvo EX40. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai Ioniq 3 and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX40. The Hyundai Ioniq 3 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
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