Compare performance (487 HP vs 340 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 VW ID.5?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW ID.5 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 11597 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the VW ID.5: with 15.70 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 kWh.
As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E performs minimal better – achieving up to 600 km, about 41 km more than the VW ID.5.
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 noticeable edge – offering 487 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the VW ID.5 takes 5.40 s. That’s about 1.60 s faster.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Mustang Mach-E pulls evident stronger with 950 Nm compared to 679 Nm. That’s about 271 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, VW ID.5 is a bit lighter – 1963 kg compared to 2161 kg. The difference is around 198 kg.
In terms of boot space, the VW ID.5 offers minimal more room – 549 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 30 L.
When it comes to payload, VW ID.5 to a small extent takes the win – 549 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 99 kg.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E holds a decisive overall lead 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.
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.
detailsVW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48400 - 66900 £
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Price
36800 - 48400 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2161 - 2351 kg
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Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Length
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Width
1881 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Payload
368 - 450 kg
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Payload
517 - 549 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
170 - 340 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
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Torque
310 - 679 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
197 - 358 kW
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Power kW
125 - 250 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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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
A
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
VW
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The Ford Mustang Mach-E is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.