Hyundai Motor's all-electric IONIQ 3 has been named one of seven finalists for the European Car of the Year 2027 award. Selected by an independent jury of automotive journalists from across Europe, the nomination places IONIQ 3 among the contenders for one of Europe's most established automotive awards. The winner will be announced on 8 January 2027 at the Brussels Motor Show.
Designed in Europe and produced at Hyundai Motor Türkiye's İzmit plant, IONIQ 3 has been developed specifically for European customers. The fully electric compact hatchback combines Hyundai’s distinctive ‘Art of Steel’ design language, a spacious interior and intuitive technology with a driving range of up to 497 km (WLTP) in the Long Range version. With a starting price below €30,000 across European markets, IONIQ 3 aims to make electric mobility accessible to a broader range of customers.
“Being named a finalist for European Car of the Year is important recognition for IONIQ 3 and for the work that has gone into its development,” said Christopher McKinnon, Vice President, Head of Product and Product Director Office for Europe at Hyundai Motor Europe. “We set out to create an electric car designed around the needs of European customers, combining distinctive design with class-leading aerodynamics, strong driving range and exceptional interior space, together with advanced technology at an accessible price. The response from customers has been very encouraging, with orders already exceeding our initial expectations. This nomination reflects the strength of that overall package and our ambition to make electric mobility both desirable and practical for more people.”
The IONIQ 3 is now available at Fitzpatrick's Hyundai showrooms across Kildare, Naas and Tullamore, retailing from €27,995