Hyundai Ioniq 3 priced at £22,245 in UK, signalling potential AU$42,500 Australian launch in early 2027
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Hyundai UK has announced a £22,245 drive away starting price for the entry level Ioniq 3 Advance with a 42.2kWh battery, converting to approximately AU$42,500. The compact EV is scheduled to arrive in Australia in the first quarter of 2027, though Hyundai Australia has not yet confirmed local pricing or variant availability. The UK pricing aligns with earlier indications that the Ioniq 3 could start around AU$42,000 plus on road costs in Australia.
Why it matters
The Ioniq 3's anticipated sub AU$45,000 price point positions it as a direct competitor to BYD and MG in the affordable EV segment, potentially driving demand for workplace and public charging infrastructure as compact EVs gain market share. Right hand drive availability and competitive pricing could accelerate EV adoption in both UK and Australian markets, influencing charging network expansion plans.
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- Original title
- “Hyundai Ioniq 3 priced: UK version of new EV rival for BYD and MG starts at $42,500 … that’s promising for Australia”
- Published
- 19 August 2026
- Updated
- 22 August 2026
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- electrek.co · electriccarsreport.com · evpowered.co.uk
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- Electric Vehicles
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- United Kingdom · Australia
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