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Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tesla Model 3
Full comparison with verified US market data: MSRP, horsepower, MPG, cargo, warranty, and true 5-year cost of ownership.
Vehicle 1
Hyundai Ioniq 5
168 hp · Electric
Vehicle 2
Tesla Model 3
271 hp · Electric
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MSRP
$35,000
$38,630
Horsepower
168 hp
271 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft
317 lb-ft
MPG (combined)
114 MPGe
132 MPGe
0–60 mph
5.1 s
5.8 s
Cargo
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Curb Weight
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* MSRP excludes destination. MPG is EPA-rated combined.
Drivetrain
RWD / AWD
RWD / AWD
Warranty
5yr / 60K
Powertrain: 10yr / 100K
4yr / 50K
Powertrain: 8yr / 120K
Warranty: bumper-to-bumper / powertrain. EV battery: typically 8yr / 100K mi.
EVHyundai Ioniq 5
EVTesla Model 3
True Cost of Ownership
Estimated 5-year cost at 12,000 miles/year. All cost data from AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 annual study by vehicle category. Estimates only — actual costs vary.
Hyundai Ioniq 5
$36,299
✓ Lowest total cost
Purchase (MSRP)$35,000
Electricity 5yr$2,863
Insurance 5yr$10,140
Maintenance 5yr$5,796
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$17,500
Tesla Model 3
$38,114
+$1,815
Purchase (MSRP)$38,630
Electricity 5yr$2,863
Insurance 5yr$10,140
Maintenance 5yr$5,796
Resale (50% at 5yr)-$19,315
Source: AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025 study. Fuel: $3.15/gal regular, $0.167/kWh (AAA/EIA). Insurance and maintenance are category averages (sedan, SUV, truck, EV) — not model-specific. Depreciation: 50% at 5 years. Estimates for comparison purposes only.
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Analysis & Recommendation
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 starts at $35,000, $3,630 less than the Tesla Model 3. The premium buys you more power (271 hp vs 168). The Hyundai Ioniq 5 wins on both sticker price and total ownership cost at $36,299 over 5 years. For fuel economy: Tesla Model 3 at 132 MPGe MPG. For performance: Hyundai Ioniq 5 does 0-60 in 5.1s.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 vs Tesla Model 3 — FAQ
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 starts at $35,000. Starting MSRPs: Hyundai Ioniq 5 ($35,000), Tesla Model 3 ($38,630). Prices are MSRP before destination, taxes, and dealer fees.
The Tesla Model 3 leads at 132 MPGe MPG (EPA). By model: Hyundai Ioniq 5 (114 MPGe), Tesla Model 3 (132 MPGe). Annual fuel cost difference: ~$50.
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 at $36,299. By model: Hyundai Ioniq 5 ($36,299), Tesla Model 3 ($38,114). Based on AAA "Your Driving Costs" 2025: MSRP + fuel (AAA avg) + insurance and maintenance (AAA category avg) − 50% resale. Estimates for comparison only.
Quickest 0-60: Hyundai Ioniq 5 at 5.1s. Most powerful: Tesla Model 3 with 271 hp / 317 lb-ft.
Best bumper-to-bumper: Hyundai Ioniq 5 at 5yr / 60K. Full breakdown: Hyundai Ioniq 5 (5yr / 60K; powertrain 10yr / 100K); Tesla Model 3 (4yr / 50K; powertrain 8yr / 120K).