Hyundai reinvents counting as it confirms plans to have an Ioniq, Ioniq 2, Ioniq 3, Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Ioniq 9

The Hyundai Ioniq family is growing fast, in a way that throws traditional car naming right out the window.

Hyundai just pulled the covers off the brand-new Ioniq 3, a compact EV designed to slot beneath the popular Ioniq 5.

But instead of lining up neatly with an Ioniq 4 or Ioniq 7, the brand is skipping numbers like a kid counting hopscotch squares.

The result is a lineup that’s quirky, playful, and full of personality.

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The new Ioniq 3 is for drivers who want a smaller car

The newly announced Ioniq 3 is Hyundai’s answer for drivers who want a smaller, city-friendly EV without sacrificing style or tech.

Think of it as a compact SUV infused with the same futuristic design DNA as its siblings, from pixel-inspired lights to clean minimalist lines.

Built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, the Ioniq 3 is expected to deliver speedy charging times, solid range, and a roomy interior despite its compact footprint.

It’s meant to be approachable, practical, and still very much a ‘proper’ Ioniq.

Of course, the Ioniq 3 is just one piece of the puzzle.

The Ioniq lineup kicked off with the original Ioniq, a hatchback that came in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and full-electric.

That set the stage for the wildly successful Ioniq 5, a retro-futuristic crossover that quickly became a darling of the EV world thanks to its spacious cabin and ultra-fast charging.

Then came the Ioniq 6, a sleek electric sedan with wind-cheating aerodynamics and an interior that feels like a rolling lounge.

Hyundai’s EV line is growing

With the 3 now official, Hyundai is filling in gaps across its EV family.

On the smaller side, the upcoming Ioniq 2 is set to be the entry-level option, giving budget-conscious buyers a pint-sized way to go electric.

On the opposite end, the Ioniq 9 is large and Hyundai’s future flagship SUV, built to compete with the biggest electric people-movers out there.

And here’s the fun part: Hyundai isn’t bothering with a tidy, sequential numbering system.

Missing are the Ioniq 4, 7, and 8 – at least for now.

Instead, Hyundai seems to be curating its lineup based on what makes sense for customers, not math teachers.

With the Ioniq 3 joining the fold, Hyundai’s electric family is becoming one of the most diverse and recognizable in the EV space.

Whether you want compact, mid-size, sedan-shaped, or super-sized, there’s probably an Ioniq waiting for you.

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