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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Classic hatchback parked on a tree-lined street in autumn.

The compact hatchback segment is at the heart of Hyundai's bold bid for accessible electric mobility.

Photo by Mathias Reding on Pexels

In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

White hatchback parked on a sunny street surrounded by greenery.

The IONIQ 3 will compete against six other shortlisted models for the 2027 honour.

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

White Kia Picanto parked in an urban setting in Harlow.

Rivals in the compact class, like this Kia Picanto, illustrate the fiercely competitive segment the IONIQ 3 enters.

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Front view of a silver Ford Focus parked on a tree-lined road.

The IONIQ 3's front-end design will be scrutinised by jurors when judging begins.

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Rear view of a red Mercedes-Benz hatchback with modern styling.

European Car of the Year jurors will assess design, efficiency and value across all seven finalists.

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Fiat 500 driving past a blue-lit modern building on a city street.

City-friendly dimensions are central to the IONIQ 3's appeal in Europe's urban markets.

Photo by Erik Mclean on Pexels

In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Blue car with open doors parked outside, showing a modern interior.

Hyundai says the IONIQ 3 was designed in Europe specifically for European buyers.

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In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Grey hatchback parked outdoors with a shiny modern finish.

The winner will be revealed on 8 January 2027 at the Brussels Motor Show.

Photo by Mike Bird on Pexels

In Pictures: Hyundai IONIQ 3 Named Finalist for 2027 European Car of the Year

Red Daihatsu hatchback parked among autumn leaves in a forest.

With a starting price below €30,000, the IONIQ 3 aims to make electric driving more attainable.

Photo by Cristian Mihaila on Pexels

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