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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs VW Polo comparison

Compare performance (487 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 17,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Mach-E or VW Polo?

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs VW Polo: Key differences

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

VW Polo

4.1 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

VW Polo is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,300 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,170 £.

Polo

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 offers considerably more power – delivering 487 HP compared to 207 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the VW Polo takes 6.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers significantly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 630 Nm more.

Mustang Mach-E

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 terms of curb weight, VW Polo is substantially lighter – 1,143 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 1,018 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers noticeably more boot space – 519 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 168 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Polo carries barely more – 457 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is clearly superior 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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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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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.

VW Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Price
17,300 - 30,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Curb weight
1,143 - 1,378 kg
Trunk capacity
519 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,881 mm
Width
1,751 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
368 - 450 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Ford
Brand
VW
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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