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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

Compare performance (487 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Mazda CX-5?

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Mazda CX-5: Key differences

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Mustang Mach-E

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.

Mazda CX-5 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,437 £.

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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 offers significantly more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 6.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers substantially more torque with 950 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 712 Nm more.

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 terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is markedly lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 532 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers somewhat more boot space – 519 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries clearly more – 601 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 151 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E 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.

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
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Reviews Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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Yvo Trimbos
15 Mar 2026, 19:07:15

Lovely car with sporty handling and fantastic seats.

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M
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.

Monika
6 Nov 2025, 16:28:23

Well-built car, reasonably priced — unlike the inflated costs of German cars.

Mazda CX-5

The Mazda CX-5 blends sporty handling with a refined, premium interior, making everyday driving feel engaging and comfortable. It pairs stylish design and thoughtful cabin materials with user-friendly tech to deliver a well-rounded compact SUV that suits drivers who want more driver involvement without sacrificing practicality.

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4.7 (8 Reviews)
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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
157 - 169 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,881 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
566 - 601 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Ford
Brand
Mazda
What drivetrain options does the Ford Mustang Mach-E have?

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

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