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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Ford Mustang Mach-E comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Ford Mustang Mach-E?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Ford Mustang Mach-E: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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Ford Mustang Mach-E

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  • clearly more electric range
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8,486 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers clearly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 499 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

Mustang Mach-E

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers barely more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 43 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers clearly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm more.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is visibly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 586 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers only slightly more boot space – 519 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 39 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries barely more – 495 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £48,400
Mustang Mach-E

Ford Mustang Mach-E

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 268 - 487 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 470 - 600 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

The Mustang Mach-E proves an electric SUV can be both playful and practical, with the Mustang name bringing muscle-car charisma to a family-friendly package. It delivers eager performance, a comfortable cabin, and a slick infotainment setup that keeps daily driving fun — and yes, you’ll still get admiring glances at the lights.

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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,881 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
368 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford
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