Head-to-head
BMW iX3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
Just $1,100 separates the BMW iX3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N on starting price, but the BMW iX3 goes 357 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
BMW iX3
The all-new second-generation BMW iX3 (Neue Klasse) — a clean-sheet platform that targets industry-leading numbers. 805 km WLTP range and 400 kW DC fast charging are headline figures few rivals can match.
- From
- $109,900
- Range
- 805 km
- Battery
- 108.7 kWh
Option B · SUV
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
Hyundai N's first electric performance model — the Ioniq 5 N adds 478 kW, a sub-3.5s 0-100, simulated 'engine' sounds, and a track-tuned chassis to the regular Ioniq 5 platform.
- From
- $111,000
- Range
- 448 km
- Battery
- 84 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the BMW iX3 and Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage BMW iX3
The BMW iX3 goes 357 km further on a charge (805 vs 448 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage BMW iX3
The BMW iX3 accepts 167 kW more DC peak charging (400 vs 233 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage BMW iX3
The BMW iX3 carries a 24.7 kWh larger battery (108.7 vs 84 kWh).
- 4
Power · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N puts down 133 kW more (478 vs 345 kW).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is 1.5 s quicker to 100 km/h (3.4 s vs 4.9 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the BMW iX3 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,100
- ▸ 357 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (400 kW vs 233 kW)
Where the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (3.4s vs 4.9s)
BMW iX3
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 805 km WLTP range
- ✓ 400 kW DC charging is the highest figure in the segment
- ✓ Fresh Neue Klasse platform
What we don't
- ✕ ANCAP rating not yet established (testing due mid-2026)
- ✕ Pricing is a step above the older iX3
- ✕ Top numbers come from the larger battery variant
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
What we like
- ✓ Sub-3.5s 0-100 km/h
- ✓ Bespoke N performance hardware and chassis tuning
- ✓ Same 800V E-GMP fast-charging architecture
What we don't
- ✕ Premium over standard Ioniq 5 is substantial
- ✕ Simulated engine sounds polarise EV purists
- ✕ Range drops vs standard Ioniq 5
Frequently asked: BMW iX3 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the BMW iX3 or the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N?
- The BMW iX3 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $109,900 versus $111,000 for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, a $1,100 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The BMW iX3 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 805 km, 357 km further than the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N's 448 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The BMW iX3 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 400 kW versus 233 kW for the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N does 0–100 km/h in 3.4 seconds — 1.5 s quicker than the BMW iX3's 4.9 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
BMW iX3
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (357 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: long-distance drivers
Choose the
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
if…
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
- ✓ you match the profile: performance ev buyers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.