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BMW iX1 vs Ford Mustang Mach-E - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (313 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (41800 £ vs 48400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX1 or Ford Mustang Mach-E?

BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

iX1 @ BMW Group Press

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 iX1 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41800 £, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48400 £. That’s a price difference of around 6600 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX1: with 15.80 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Ford Mustang Mach-E with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.90 kWh.

As for range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs evident better – achieving up to 600 km, about 137 km more than the BMW iX1.

Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Mustang Mach-E has a evident edge – offering 487 HP compared to 313 HP. That’s roughly 174 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the BMW iX1 takes 5.60 s. That’s about 1.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the BMW iX1 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls significantly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 494 Nm. That’s about 456 Nm difference.

iX1 @ BMW Group Press

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW iX1 is slightly lighter – 1940 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 221 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers hardly perceptible more room – 519 L compared to 490 L. That’s a difference of about 29 L.

In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX1 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1495 L, which is about 75 L more than the Ford Mustang Mach-E.

When it comes to payload, BMW iX1 hardly perceptible takes the win – 495 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Ford Mustang Mach-E shows itself to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £48,400
Mustang Mach-E @ Ford Motor Company / Ford Media Center

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
  • Electric Range : 470 - 600 km
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BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The BMW iX1 wraps BMW's electric ambition into a compact SUV package that feels unexpectedly premium, with sharp handling and a crisp, modern cabin that keeps the driver in charge. It's ideal for buyers who want a stylish, quiet daily driver with useful practicality and tech-savvy touches — plus enough character to make the commute feel less like a chore and more like a short joyride.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews BMW iX1

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Reviews Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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7 Dec 2025, 19:35:44

Rubbish car.

Features clearly not as polished as other EV SUVs at similar prices (e.g. Volvo EX40 / BYD Sealion 7))

Alarms about driver fatigues every 10 minutes.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
41800 - 54600 £
Price
48400 - 66900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 17.1 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
Electric Range
436 - 463 km
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
64.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
73 - 91 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1940 - 2085 kg
Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
Trunk capacity
490 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4500 mm
Length
4713 - 4743 mm
Width
1845 mm
Width
1881 mm
Height
1616 mm
Height
1613 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1495 L
Max trunk capacity
1345 - 1420 L
Payload
495 kg
Payload
368 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 313 HP
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.6 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Torque
250 - 494 Nm
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 - 230 kW
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2022 - 2023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Ford

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Is the BMW iX1 offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW iX1 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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