Compare performance (487 HP vs 585 HP), boot space and price (48400 £ vs 50500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Mercedes E Class?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Ford Mustang Mach-E has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 48400 £ , while the Mercedes E Class costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2062 £.
As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs decisively better – achieving up to 600 km, about 484 km more than the Mercedes E Class.
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 Mercedes E Class has a a bit edge – offering 585 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Mercedes E Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls noticeable stronger with 950 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mercedes E Class is to a small extent lighter – 1810 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 351 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Mercedes E Class offers hardly perceptible more room – 540 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.
When it comes to payload, Mercedes E Class noticeable takes the win – 640 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 kg.
Overall, the Ford Mustang Mach-E shows itself to be is largely superior 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.
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.
detailsThe Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
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Price
48400 - 66900 £
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Price
50500 - 119700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.20 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 - 66 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Sedan
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
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Curb weight
1810 - 2390 kg
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Length
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Length
4949 - 4959 mm
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Width
1881 mm
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Width
1880 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1468 - 1480 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
368 - 450 kg
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
268 - 487 HP
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
197 - 358 kW
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1993 - 2999 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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The Ford Mustang Mach-E is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.