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.
| Measure | Tesla Model 3 | Hyundai Ioniq 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £18,250 (2023, 36,500 mi) | £23,800 (2023, 25,000 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 46% | 46% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 79 · wins | 74 |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 35 | 27 · 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.