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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Volvo XC40 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (487 HP vs 197 HP), boot space and price (48400 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or Volvo XC40?

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3 (2 Reviews)
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Volvo XC40

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:

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

Volvo XC40 has a noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48400 £. That’s a price difference of around 11666 £.

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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 Ford Mustang Mach-E has a decisively edge – offering 487 HP compared to 197 HP. That’s roughly 290 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Volvo XC40 takes 7.60 s. That’s about 3.80 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls decisively stronger with 950 Nm compared to 300 Nm. That’s about 650 Nm difference.

Mustang Mach-E

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Volvo XC40 is evident lighter – 1688 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 473 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers somewhat more room – 519 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 67 L.

When it comes to payload, Volvo XC40 somewhat takes the win – 532 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 82 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E proves to be leaves the rival little chance 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 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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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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Volvo XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Volvo XC40 wraps Scandinavian minimalism into a compact, city-ready SUV with a premium cabin that feels both practical and grown-up. It will suit buyers who prize safety, clever storage and a composed ride, proving that small dimensions don't mean small personality.

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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 Volvo XC40

5 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
48400 - 66900 £
Price
36800 - 47200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
6.50 L
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
147 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
Curb weight
1688 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
-
Length
4425 mm
Width
1881 mm
Width
1863 mm
Height
-
Height
1652 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1328 L
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
532 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
163 - 197 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 8.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
265 - 300 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
120 - 145 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
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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