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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N vs Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023)
Selected trimStandard303 mi · 84 kWh · £65,800
Selected trimLong Range Dual Motor · 2019-23Change trim374 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai IONIQ 6 N leads on value for money and charging speed, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023) if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p 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 Tesla Model 3 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
5.4
Tesla
0
Motorway RangeTesla
Hyundai
5.6
Tesla
7.2
Family
Hyundai
6.1
Tesla
5.8
Too close to call
ChargingHyundai
Hyundai
7.9
Tesla
5.6
Cost Per MileTesla
Hyundai
2.6
Tesla
9.4
City DrivingTesla
Hyundai
1.6
Tesla
3.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Tesla Model 3
Long Range Dual Motor
- 71 miles more WLTP range
- 190 litres more boot space
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £65,800 | Not available |
| Official range | 303 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 371 L | 561 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 3.2 sec (better) | 4.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Tesla Model 3
Length
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N4,935mm
Tesla Model 34,695mm-240mm
Width
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,940mm
Tesla Model 31,850mm-90mm
Height
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N1,495mm
Tesla Model 31,445mm-50mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,935 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,940 mm | 1,850 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,144 mm | 2,088 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,495 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Turning circle | 12 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 460 mm spare | 550 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 371 L | 561 L (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 88 L |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- A 88 L frunk, one of 13 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- At 4,695 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Boot space of 561 L is bigger than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base |  Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.93m | 4.70m-240mm |
| Width | 1.94m | 1.85m-90mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.09m-56mm |
| Height | 1.50m | 1.45m-50mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.96m | 2.88m-90mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 140mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 371L | 561L* (better) |
| Frunk | Not available | 88L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,201kg | 1,830kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 84kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 303 mi | 374 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 350kW (better) | 250kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £65,800 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2026+ | 2019–2023 |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla quotes 561 L behind the rear seats, measured to the roof including the under-floor well (649 L with the 88 L front trunk). Not directly comparable to VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity; figure verified from multiple independent sources. Pack size and chemistry changed during production.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 303 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 252 miles | 312 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 350 kW (better) | 250 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 84 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 3.2 sec (better) | 4.4 sec |
| Power | 478 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 770 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
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 6 N
Base
Tesla Model 3
Long Range Dual Motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist90%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist94%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai IONIQ 6 NBase | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 193,121 km |
Buying options
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Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
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Tesla Model 3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai IONIQ 6 N
No active listings.
Tesla Model 3
- £31,9952021EVHEROView
- £48,4952020EVHEROView
- £21,4892021Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 252 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and 312 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model 3 goes roughly 60 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N or the Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 90 mm narrower than the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3 and about 460 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N. The Tesla Model 3 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N and 85% for the Tesla Model 3. That gives the Hyundai IONIQ 6 N a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .