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Ford Mustang Coupe vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 comparison

Compare performance (453 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (51,800 £ vs 38,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Coupe or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Ford Mustang Coupe vs Hyundai IONIQ 5: Key differences

Ford Mustang Coupe

  • barely lighter

Hyundai IONIQ 5

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  • markedly cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space

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

Mustang Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is markedly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Ford Mustang Coupe costs 51,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,286 £.

IONIQ 5

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers markedly more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 453 HP. That’s roughly 197 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Mustang Coupe takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Ford Mustang Coupe is marginally faster – reaching 263 km/h, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 tops out at 260 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 delivers noticeably more torque with 770 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 230 Nm more.

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: Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Mustang Coupe is barely lighter – 1,808 kg compared to 1,955 kg. The difference is around 147 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers visibly more boot space – 520 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 139 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries noticeably more – 530 kg compared to 334 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is far ahead 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.

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IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Ford Mustang Coupe
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Ford Mustang Coupe

The Ford Mustang Coupe wears its muscle on its sleeve, delivering a raw, grin-inducing driving experience that turns everyday roads into a little theater of noise and swagger. Inside it's surprisingly livable for regular use, so if you want headline-grabbing looks and a proper driver's car without pretending to be a luxury cruiser, the Mustang coupe is a very entertaining choice.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Ford Mustang Coupe
Hyundai IONIQ 5

Costs and Consumption

Price
51,800 - 65,600 £
Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Consumption L/100km
12 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
co2
275 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
61 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,808 - 1,837 kg
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Trunk capacity
381 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
4,810 - 4,819 mm
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Width
1,916 - 1,917 mm
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Height
1,398 - 1,404 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Payload
327 - 334 kg
Payload
385 - 530 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 - 453 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
250 - 263 km/h
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
540 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
328 - 334 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai
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