HYUNDAI has announced UK pricing, specification and technical information for the new Hyundai IONIQ 3, a compact electric aero hatch, with prices starting from £22,245.

The IONIQ 3 has been developed for drivers seeking an affordable, efficient and practical compact electric car.

Built on a 400-volt electrical architecture, IONIQ 3 combines everyday usability, fast DC charging, AC charging up to 11 kW and two battery options, with an expected driving range of up to 308 miles.

It introduces Hyundai's "Art of Steel" design language to the compact EV segment. The Aero Hatch body shape combines aerodynamic efficiency with interior space, supported by a target drag coefficient of approximately 0.263 and signature pixel lighting that reinforces the Hyundai IONIQ electric vehicle identity.

IONIQ 3 is the first European Hyundai model to feature Pleos Connect, Hyundai's infotainment system based on Android Automotive OS.

The system is available with a 12.9-inch or 14.6-inch display and supports intuitive access to vehicle functions, navigation and connectivity.

Other key technologies include Hyundai Digital Key 2, Plug and Charge, an integrated EV route planner, interior and exterior Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality and Memory Reverse Assist, which can memorise the last 50 metres of driving inputs to assist with subsequent manoeuvres such as reversing out of tight parking spaces.

With bold N Line styling changes to the front and rear including a higher and wider rear spoiler with lower diffuser, black mirror caps and N Line badging, N Line Evo captures both sporting intent and true aero hatch efficiency.

Although IONIQ 3 has a compact footprint, its interior has been designed to deliver space and storage typically associated with larger vehicles. Practical features include an open bridge floating centre console, adjustable cup holders for large drinks bottles, Megabox underfloor storage and total boot capacity of 441 litres.

Advance is available with a 42kWh 147ps powertrain with an expected 213 miles of range, or a 61kWh 135PS powertrain with an expected 308 miles of range from £25,745 (£24,245 with either/or Hyundai Reservation Saving/ anticipated ECG)

The IONIQ 3 Premium, priced from £27,445 and it builds on Advance with 17-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass, battery heating and pre-conditioning, a 9.9-inch digital information cluster, rain-sensing windscreen wipers, electrically folding door mirrors, wireless smartphone charger, seat back pockets, solar windscreen and passenger seat height adjustment.

Premium options include the EV Pack with heat pump and Vehicle-to-Load functions. All Premium models use the 61kWh 135PS powertrain and offer an expected range of up to 303 miles.

The IONIQ 3 Ultimate, priced from £29,945 and adds 18-inch alloy wheels, navigation for the 12.9-inch infotainment system, matrix LED headlamps with dynamic welcome function, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, rear seat armrest, front seat lumbar support, rear air vents, reclining rear seats, cabin ambient lighting and Highway Drive Assist with hands-on detection and navigation-based smart cruise control.

Optional extras include the EV Pack with V2L and Heat Pump, the Design Pack offering Vision and Two-tone roof, and the Comfort Pack with an array of features from premium relaxation seats, heated front & rear seats, ventilated front seats, Bose Premium Audio and Digital Key 2.0. All Ultimate models use the 61kWh 135PS powertrain and offer an expected range of up to 300 miles.

The IONIQ 3 N Line Evo, priced from £31,945 is the range-topping trim and adds N Line exterior design, 19-inch N Line alloy wheels, a 14.6-inch infotainment display with navigation and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, suede and cloth N Line seats, N Line interior design with red accents, surround view monitor, blind spot view monitor, parking collision avoidance assist, 360-degree parking sensors, remote smart parking assist and Memory Reverse Assist. All N Line Evo models use the 61kWh 135ps powertrain and offer an expected range of up to 265 miles.

Interior on Advance and Premium trims include black dashboard and black cloth seats made from 30 per cent recycled material.

Ultimate trim is available with cloth/suede seats, in either black or blue/grey and made from 90 per cent recycled materials, combined with matching black or blue/grey dashboard and interior trim. N Line Evo models are finished with black cloth/suede seats with red contrasting stitching, black dashboard with red insert and black headlining. N Line Evo models also feature N steering wheel with black leather and red stitching.

Ashley Andrew, president of Hyundai and Genesis UK, said: "The IONIQ name is already one of the most recognised and trusted among EV buyers who recognise it stands for smart design, real-world efficiency, and leading technology. With IONIQ 3, we're taking that legacy into a new space with a model that delivers genuine EV innovation at a price point that makes electric mobility attainable for even more households"