The **Hyundai Ioniq 3** is being marketed as a city car, but its size places it closer to a compact vehicle. Measuring 4.16 meters in length, it is similar in size to the Renault Mégane E-Tech (4.20 m) and directly competes with the Peugeot e-208 and Volkswagen ID.Polo (4.05 m). With a wheelbase of 2.68 meters, the Ioniq 3 offers 441 liters of trunk space—322 liters above the floor and 119 liters under the floor—matching the ID.Polo's capacity. The car’s design is described as "art of steel," highlighting Hyundai's use of its own alloy and stylistic elements such as bulged hoods and simplified shapes. The split rear window echoes past models like the Hyundai Ioniq 28 and Citroën C4 Coupé. Inside, the Ioniq 3 introduces a redesigned interior with a 14.6-inch screen on the N-Line or Prime models and a 12.9-inch screen on the Vision model. The new Pleos operating system, built on an Android Automotive framework, provides a more fluid user experience. The instrument cluster is customizable, with the official speed displayed on the central screen. The Vision model features a blend of fabric and suede, although some materials are described as rough plastic imitations of leather. The central console includes an induction charger and ample storage space. The rear seats offer more knee room than the Volkswagen ID.Polo but are lowered and inclined, which may cause discomfort for taller passengers. The trunk has a high loading threshold and lacks side carpeting, potentially leading to scratches. The driving experience includes a silent start, a long accelerator pedal travel, and four levels of regenerative braking. The steering wheel is small, giving the impression of a more direct gear ratio. The suspension is softer than the Renault 5 or Mégane, featuring a semi-rigid axle and torsion bar setup. The Ioniq 3 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds and has a top speed of 167 km/h. Technically, the Ioniq 3 is powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor, a 61 kWh battery (NCA type from Panasonic), and has a drag coefficient of 0.263. During testing, it consumed 13.8 kWh per 100 km, with an official WLTP range of 484 km. Charging peaks at 110 kW, with a 10 to 80% charge time of 29 minutes. The Ioniq 3 is priced between 29,995 and 43,000 euros, with the Vision model costing around 40,600 euros. It is assembled in Turkey and is eligible for European Union financial assistance.