Ultimate Guide to the Hyundai INSTER

The popular award-winning all-electric vehicle is here, but what’s the low-down on this budget friendly vehicle?

Hyundai INSTER reviews: What are the experts saying?

“City cars used to be pretty bare-bones – you might get a radio if you were lucky, but the Hyundai INSTER flips that on its head. It's a pocket-sized electric crossover with big-car tech, strong range and enough quirks and clever features to make it interesting.”Cinch

“The Hyundai Inster is a tiny electric car with a competitive range and a decent amount of interior space. The Hyundai Inster is a solid little electric car that offers a relatively comfortable ride, a competitive price tag, and a respectable range for the money. We think it's a fine choice for buyers looking for practical electric urban runaround with the potential to go farther afield on occasion. We’d go for the Long Range in 02 trim because it’s still good value and much more versatile than the entry-level model.”What Car?

“The Hyundai Inster may be small and quirky, but it’s also versatile, efficient, and lovable. The Inster is Hyundai’s foray into the growing world of quirky electric superminis, and it also happens to be the cheapest EV to come from the brand to date. The Inster benefits from not only Hyundai’s expertise when it comes to producing excellent electric cars, but also the simple fact that this is a very narrow car. Much narrower than its French foes, in fact. Its slim figure makes you feel like you can thread the Inster through any gap in traffic or sneaky side road you fancy. Its decent motorway manners mean you needn’t feel confined to city driving.”AutoExpress

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INSTER on Charge in street using public charger
Inster on road
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Hyundai INSTER trims

The Hyundai INSTER comes in 3 trim levels; the 01, the 02 and the Cross. Let’s explore the highlights…

INSTER 01

  • Tinted glass
  • Automatic Headlights with Dusk Sensor
  • Door Mirrors - Electric Adjustment and Heated with Power Folding Function
  • 15" Alloy Wheels
  • Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
  • Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
  • Cruise Control - Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop and Go Function
  • Forward Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA 1.5)
  • Parking Sensors - Rear
  • 10.25" Touchscreen with DAB Audio, Navigation and Bluelink
  • Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™

INSTER 02

  • 17" Alloy Wheels
  • Driver's Armrest
  • Fold Flat Front Seats
  • 50:50 Split Folding Rear Seats
  • Front Seats - Heated
  • Ambient Lighting - Interior
  • Steering Wheel - Heated
  • Parking Sensors - Front & Rear

INSTER Cross

  • Parking Collision Avoidance Assist - Reverse (PCA-R)
  • Driver Distraction Warning (DDW)
  • Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)
  • Surround View Monitor (SVM)
  • Highway Drive Assist (HDA) 1.5
  • Automatic Windscreen Wipers with Rain Sensor
  • Blind Spot View Monitor (BVM)
  • Alarm (Perimeter Type) + Immobiliser
Inster interior

Hyundai INSTER pricing UK

The INSTER 01 is priced from £22,995, the 02 is priced from £24,740 and the Cross is priced from £28,420.

Hyundai INSTER offers and discounts

There are currently 2 available offers at Read Hyundai Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and Norfolk. The first is a PCP deal with 0% finance available for £259 a month and a £259 initial deposit. Full terms and conditions can be found on the INSTER offer page.

The current business lease deal is priced £199 a month + VAT, with a £1,789.56 + VAT initial payment. Full terms and conditions are available on our business INSTER page.


Hyundai INSTER range

The standard (smaller battery) covers 203 miles, and the longer range (extended range battery) covers up to 229 miles.

Real-World Range Expectations according to Electrifying.com are:

City & Mixed Driving: Real-world tests show you can achieve around 190 to 215 miles on a Long Range model in moderate weather.

High-Speed / Motorway Driving: Expect closer to 170–200 miles for the Long Range, and 140–170 miles for the Standard Range.


Hyundai INSTER availability

We have a good range of availability of new and used stock, including these 3 approved used vehicles with low mileage. Keep an eye on our website for the latest stock availability in Lincolnshire, Norfolk and Nottinghamshire.

Hyundai INSTER colours

Exterior Colours

  • Solid Finishes:
    • Natural Ivory (Standard / Free option)
    • Atlas White (Special solid, £300 option on select trims)
    • Jungle Khaki
  • Metallic Option:
    • Sienna Orange Metallic
  • Pearl Finishes:
    • Buttercream Yellow Pearl
    • Abyss Black Pearl (£600 option on select trims)
  • Matte Options (Available on higher trims / INSTER Cross):
    • Bijarim Khaki
    • Dusk Blue
    • Aero Silver Matte (£800 option)
    • Amazonas Green Matte (Exclusive to the INSTER Cross, £800 option)

Is the Hyundai INSTER a good buy?

Yes, as rated 5-stars by WhatCar?

Listed strengths in the WhatCar? review include:

  • Feels small and nimble around town
  • Long Range offers a reasonable range for the price
  • Long Range feels peppy enough on faster roads
  • Well-equipped infotainment system
  • Interior feels durable
  • Good visibility in the main
  • 02 trim comes with sliding and reclining rear seat
  • Sliding rear seats make it a lot more practical
  • Decent amount of standard kit
  • More generous warranty than some
  • Relatively cheap to buy or finance
  • Small size makes it perfect for the city
  • Can offer surprising practicality
  • Good value for money

Is the Hyundai INSTER only electric?

Yes the Hyundai INSTER in the UK is only available in fully-electric, not petrol or hybrid. It is an electric plug-in vehicle.

Hyundai INSTER interior like?

The INSTER interior prioritises space with a flat vehicle floor, super flexible fold-flat sears and a high robust SUV roof. It delivers a fantastic amount of space for a city car. All seats fold flat to make taking naps or loading big items easy. And you can slide the rear seats forwards by 16 cm to expand your boot space from 238-351 litres. The INSTER Cross offers a sporty seating option with special embossed grey fabric and vibrant lime-yellow accents. This is complemented by corresponding lime-yellow accents on the dashboard.


Visit your local Read Hyundai showroom in Worksop, Lincoln, Boston or King's Lynn to speak to our friendly team about the Hyundai IONIQ 3. We'll be happy to help you compare the specifications, understand the available options and find the model that best suits your needs.