2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 vs 2025 Tesla Model 3
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 edges it, 90.1 to 87.2, on safety. The Tesla Model 3 is ahead on fuel & range.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6
The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Ioniq 6 RWD (18 inch W…
2025 Tesla Model 3
The 2025 Tesla Model 3 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model 3 Long Range RWD, …
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Slight edgeThe Hyundai Ioniq 6 edges it, 90.1 to 87.2, on safety. The Tesla Model 3 is ahead on fuel & range.
| Category · weight | 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6overall 90.1 | 2025 Tesla Model 3overall 87.2 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 91.2 | 100 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 84.3 | 71.2 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | ||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | ||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 90.1 | 87.2 | ||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Model 3
Hyundai Ioniq 6: base trim SE Standard Range RWD · Tesla Model 3: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (37 against 124 filed with NHTSA).
Where the 2025 Tesla Model 3 answers
- It goes 123 miles further on a charge (363 against 240 miles of EPA range).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 85 against 79).
What they share
- The same EPA fuel cost ($550 a year).
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
38 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $37,850 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 149 hp | — |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 4.471 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 1 | — |
| Transmission type | Single-speed Reduction Gear | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in | — |
| Overall height | 58.9 in | — |
| Overall length | 191 in | — |
| Overall width | 74 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 116 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 11.2 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 114 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.2 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 36.9 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.3 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 39.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,935 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,935 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4,894 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Rack and pinion, Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.4 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 325 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Electric | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 325 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/55R18 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Bluelink | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 58 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 57.3 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
92 features · differences first, then sharedSafety35 differ · 35 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning | std | — |
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped/Cyclist Detection | std | — |
| Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go | std | — |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist | std | — |
| Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front passenger (1) | std | — |
| Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2) | std | — |
| Highway Driving Assist (HDA) | std | — |
| Lane Keeping Assist / Lane Following Assist | std | — |
| Rear view monitor with parking guidance | std | — |
| Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2) | std | — |
| Driver Attention Warning | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning – Forward | std | — |
| Parking Distance Warning – Reverse | std | — |
| Safe Exit Warning | std | — |
| Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors | std | — |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) | std | — |
| Brake Booster - Active Hydraulic Booster (Regenerative Brake) | std | — |
| Cruise controls, smart (steering wheel) | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold | std | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist | std | — |
| Front and Rear seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters | std | — |
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes 12.8" x 1.2" (Φ325x30t) | std | — |
| High Beam Assist | std | — |
| Hillstart Assist Control (HAC) | std | — |
| Intelligent Speed Limit Assist | std | — |
| Power window lock-out button | std | — |
| Rear child safety locks | std | — |
| Rear LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors | std | — |
| Rear Occupant Alert (door logic type) | std | — |
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes 12.8" x 0.5" (Φ325x12t) | std | — |
| Side air curtains with rollover sensors | std | — |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | std | — |
| Vehicle Stability Management | std | — |
| Immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Indicator and Tire Fill Complete Alert | std | — |
Infotainment6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio streaming + phonebook transfer | std | — |
| Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode) | std | — |
| Bluelink® Connected Car Services + OTA update capable | std | — |
| Bluelink® Connected Car System | std | — |
| Bluetooth Multiple Device Connection (up to two devices) | std | — |
| Regenerative brake control paddles | std | — |
Convenience2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Proximity key entry with push button start | std | — |
| Power windows with driver's auto-down/up | std | — |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd Row Air Vents | std | — |
| Cabin air filter | std | — |
| Dual automatic temperature control | std | — |
| External temperature display | std | — |
Seating7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 8-way power driver's seat | std | — |
| 6-way adjustable passenger seat | std | — |
| 8-way power driver's seat (with power lumbar) | std | — |
| Adjustable head restraints (all positions) | std | — |
| Power lumbar support | std | — |
| Stain-Resistant Cloth seating surfaces | std | — |
| 60/40 Split Fold-down Bench Seat w/ Center Armrest and Cupholders | std | — |
Interior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster w/ EV Technology Display | std | — |
| Cargo Light | std | — |
| LED Interior Lights | std | — |
| Steering Wheel - Brake regen paddle shifters | std | — |
| Steering Wheel - Tilt + Telescoping | std | — |
| Inside rearview mirror - Manual day/night | std | — |
| Manual tilt & telescopic steering column | std | — |
| Sunvisors w/ Illumination | std | — |
| Floor mats - Carpeted | opt | — |
| Seatback pockets (mesh type) | std | — |
| Sunvisors w/ sliding function | std | — |
| Trip odometer | std | — |
Exterior17 differ · 17 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| LED Projector headlights | std | — |
| 18 x 7.5J Alloy Wheels (offset 51mm) | std | — |
| 225/55R18 tires | std | — |
| Acoustic Windshield | std | — |
| Active Air Flaps (lower front grille) | std | — |
| Door Handles (Flush-type) - Bodycolor | std | — |
| Heated outside mirrors | std | — |
| Laminated Glass - Front and rear | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (amber) | std | — |
| LED taillights | std | — |
| LED Turn Signal Indicators (outside mirrors) | std | — |
| Outside Mirrors - Bodycolor | std | — |
| Spare Tire - Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) | std | — |
| Automatic headlights | std | — |
| Rear window defroster with timer | std | — |
| Solar front glass - Front Door, Windshield | std | — |
| LED Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | std | — |
Powertrain5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery preconditioning function | std | — |
| Drive Mode Select (Eco → Normal → Sport → Snow → My Mode) | std | — |
| Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | std | — |
| Shift-by-wire | std | — |
| Ultra-Fast Charger (up to 800V / 350 kW) On-Board Charger | std | — |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension - MacPherson strut with Gas Damper | std | — |
| Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) - Power assisted, rack-mounted | std | — |
| Rack and pinion type steering gear | std | — |
| Rear Suspension - Multi-link with Gas Damper | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHyundai Ioniq 6
Top recalls
- high Seat Belts 26V218000 · 294,448 vehicles
- high Electrical System 25V606000 · 31,042 vehicles
- high Electrical System 24V868000 · 145,642 vehicles
Tesla Model 3
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 25V690000 · 12,963 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V002000 · 239,382 vehicles
- minor Tires 24V935000 · 696,281 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Hyundai Ioniq 6SE Standard Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $37,850 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $37,850 – $54,600 7 trims | — |
| Powertrains | BEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Ioniq 6 Standard Range | Model 3 Long Range RWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 135 | 137 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $550 | $550 |
| EV range | 240 mi | 363 mi |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 edges it, 90.1 to 87.2, on safety. The Tesla Model 3 is ahead on fuel & range. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 scores 90.1 and the 2025 Tesla Model 3 87.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6: 5 NHTSA stars, grade C, 3 recalls. 2025 Tesla Model 3: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 and the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
Where the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 wins: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (37 against 124 filed with NHTSA). Where the 2025 Tesla Model 3 answers: it goes 123 miles further on a charge (363 against 240 miles of EPA range) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 85 against 79). What they share: the same EPA fuel cost ($550 a year) and 5 seats.