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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (487 HP vs 650 HP), boot space and price (48400 £ vs 38500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Hyundai IONIQ 5?

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (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

Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38500 £, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48400 £. That’s a price difference of around 9943 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Hyundai IONIQ 5: with 15.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s slightly more efficient than the Ford Mustang Mach-E with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.

As for range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs barely noticeable better – achieving up to 600 km, about 30 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

IONIQ 5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a noticeable edge – offering 650 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls to a small extent stronger with 950 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

Mustang Mach-E

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is slightly lighter – 1955 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers barely noticeable more room – 520 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai IONIQ 5 to a small extent takes the win – 530 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 proves to be is largely superior and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £38,500
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
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Hyundai IONIQ 5

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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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Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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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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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.

Reviews Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
48400 - 66900 £
Price
38500 - 64200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
Curb weight
1955 - 2275 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Length
-
Length
4655 - 4715 mm
Width
1881 mm
Width
1890 - 1940 mm
Height
-
Height
1585 - 1605 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1540 - 1580 L
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
385 - 530 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
170 - 650 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Hyundai

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What drive types are available for the Ford Mustang Mach-E?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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