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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Volvo EX40 – Which model is better for everyday use?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Volvo EX40?

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Volvo EX40 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48400 £. That’s a price difference of around 5580 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Volvo EX40: with 16.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s hardly perceptible more efficient than the Ford Mustang Mach-E with 17.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 1.10 kWh.

As for range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs slight better – achieving up to 600 km, about 24 km more than the Volvo EX40.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Ford Mustang Mach-E has a hardly perceptible edge – offering 487 HP compared to 442 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo EX40 takes 4.60 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs minimal better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Volvo EX40 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 noticeable stronger with 950 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm difference.

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

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Volvo EX40 is minimal lighter – 2040 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 121 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers evident more room – 519 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs minimal better – up to 1420 L, which is about 20 L more than the Volvo EX40.

When it comes to payload, Volvo EX40 slight takes the win – 480 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Ford Mustang Mach-E is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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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Ford Mustang Mach-E

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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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Volvo EX40

The Volvo EX40 wraps Scandinavian calm and clever practicality into a compact electric package that feels both premium and refreshingly uncomplicated. It's the grown-up answer to flashier rivals — a safe, comfy, and city-friendly EV with thoughtful tech that makes everyday driving quietly satisfying.

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Reviews Ford Mustang Mach-E

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.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48400 - 66900 £
Price
42800 - 58200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
16.6 - 17.6 kWh
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
480 - 576 km
Battery Capacity
73 - 91 kWh
Battery Capacity
67 - 79 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
2161 - 2351 kg
Curb weight
2040 - 2170 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4713 - 4743 mm
Length
4440 mm
Width
1881 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
1613 - 1624 mm
Height
1647 mm
Max trunk capacity
1345 - 1420 L
Max trunk capacity
1286 - 1400 L
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
430 - 480 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
238 - 442 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
Max Speed
180 - 200 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
420 - 670 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
175 - 325 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Volvo

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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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