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Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Ford Mustang Mach-E comparison

Compare performance (650 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (38,500 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai IONIQ 5 or Ford Mustang Mach-E?

Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs Ford Mustang Mach-E: Key differences

Hyundai IONIQ 5

5 (2 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • moderately more efficient
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • marginally more trunk space

Ford Mustang Mach-E

3.4 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more electric range

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

IONIQ 5

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 38,500 £ , while the Ford Mustang Mach-E costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,943 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is moderately more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 600 km, about 30 km more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Mustang Mach-E

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers noticeably more power – delivering 650 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 163 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers a bit more torque with 950 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

IONIQ 5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai IONIQ 5 is somewhat lighter – 1,955 kg compared to 2,161 kg. The difference is around 206 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers marginally more boot space – 520 L compared to 519 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 carries slightly more – 530 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £38,500
IONIQ 5

Hyundai IONIQ 5

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 650 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 440 - 570 km
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Hyundai IONIQ 5

The Hyundai IONIQ 5 looks like a spaceship that moved into suburbia, pairing bold retro‑futuristic styling with a roomy, cleverly laid-out cabin that makes long trips surprisingly comfortable. Its electric character delivers instant, silky acceleration and low running costs, making it a smart, slightly cheeky pick for buyers who want tech, practicality and personality without the drama.

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

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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Hyundai IONIQ 5
Ford Mustang Mach-E

Costs and Consumption

Price
38,500 - 64,200 £
Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
Electric Range
440 - 570 km
Electric Range
470 - 600 km
Battery Capacity
63 - 84 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,955 - 2,275 kg
Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
Trunk capacity
480 - 520 L
Trunk capacity
519 L
Length
4,655 - 4,715 mm
Length
-
Width
1,890 - 1,940 mm
Width
1,881 mm
Height
1,585 - 1,605 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,540 - 1,580 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
385 - 530 kg
Payload
368 - 450 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
170 - 650 HP
Power HP
268 - 487 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
185 - 260 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
350 - 770 Nm
Torque
525 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 - 478 kW
Power kW
197 - 358 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Ford
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