- Hyundai will unveil the totally electrical Idea THREE on the IAA Mobility Present.
- Teasers reveal full-width LED bars on each ends and a ducktail spoiler on the again.
- The idea will reportedly evolve right into a manufacturing EV set to reach subsequent yr.
Hyundai is gearing up for the debut of a brand new idea on the IAA Mobility Present in Munich that resembles a child sizzling hatch within the official teasers. Known as the Idea Three, it’s extensively anticipated to evolve into the Ioniq 3, the primary small EV within the rising Ioniq lineup.
A design sketch hints at a smooth, low-slung hatchback with aggressive aero parts and outsized wheels. Hyundai describes the styling method as an “Aero Hatch” typology, a approach of rethinking the normal compact EV silhouette. Whereas placing on paper, current spy pictures counsel that the manufacturing mannequin will settle right into a extra typical five-door hatchback type.
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The mannequin incorporates the “Artwork of Metal” styling language, initially launched by the Initium FCEV idea final yr. Earlier teasers counsel it’s going to have full-width LED bars for the headlights and the taillights, just like the facelifted Ioniq 6 sedan. We are able to additionally see sporty bumper intakes, a pronounced chin, flared fenders, and an built-in ducktail spoiler.
Simon Loasby, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Design Heart mentioned that the aim of the idea was “to rethink the compact EV from the bottom up”, describing it as a “fantastically proportioned sculpture.
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What About The Manufacturing Mannequin?
Our spy photographers have not too long ago noticed a camouflaged prototype, which is believed to be the upcoming Hyundai Ioniq 3 (beforehand known as the Ioniq 2). Some parts are according to the teasers, though they’ve been toned-down for manufacturing. Nonetheless, nobody can rule out a possible N-branded model for the long run with the same bodykit and efficiency positive factors.
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The brand new EV would be the smallest member of the Ioniq household but. It is going to almost definitely be positioned between the Inster and the Kona Electrical crossovers, serving as a zero-emission various to the ICE-powered i20 and i30 hatchbacks.
Powertrain and Platform
Likelihood is that the Hyundai Ioniq 3 will share the E-GMP structure with the Kia EV2 and EV3 crossovers. This implies it may very well be powered by a single electrical motor with 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS), sourcing vitality from a 58.3 kWh or a 81.4 kWh battery pack. Moreover, the platform is suitable with dual-motor setups.
The Ioniq 3 will compete with different electrical subcompact hatchbacks together with the Renault 5 E-Tech, the Nissan Micra, the Peugeot E-208, the Opel Corsa Electrical, the Citroen e-C3, and the BYD Dolphin. It is going to additionally rival the manufacturing model of the VW ID.2all idea and the upcoming Cupra Raval.
Based on the most recent experiences, the manufacturing mannequin might hit the market in mid 2026. Earlier than that occurs, we’ll see the idea on the IAA Mobility 2025, which will probably be held in Munich, Germany, between September 9 and 14.
