Head to head · Saloon (EV)

Tesla Model 3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 6

On value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance, the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 finish level — the right pick comes down to which measures matter most to you.

MeasureTesla Model 3Hyundai Ioniq 6
Est. value, ~3 years old£18,250 (2023, 36,500 mi)£23,800 (2023, 25,000 mi)
Value kept after 3 years46%46%
Reliability (MOT-derived, /100)79 · wins74
Average mpg
Insurance group3527 · wins
Road tax / year£195£195
Typical annual service£290£185 · wins

Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →

Model 3 vs Ioniq 6 — quick answers

Which is more reliable, the Model 3 or the Ioniq 6?

The Tesla Model 3 scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 79 against the Hyundai Ioniq 6's 74 out of 100.

How much does a used Model 3 cost compared with a Ioniq 6?

A roughly three-year-old Tesla Model 3 is worth about £18,250 at typical mileage, against about £23,800 for the equivalent Hyundai Ioniq 6.

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