Compare performance (517 HP vs 487 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 48,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Ford Mustang Mach-E?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Ford Mustang Mach-E is noticeably cheaper – starting at 48,400 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,934 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is barely more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 17.7 kWh/100km for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. That’s a difference of about 0.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 106 km more than the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
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 Polestar 3 offers marginally more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 487 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers very slightly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 910 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.
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, Ford Mustang Mach-E is a bit lighter – 2,161 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 414 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Ford Mustang Mach-E offers barely more boot space – 519 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 35 L.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries very slightly more – 496 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E holds a solid 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.
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
detailsThe 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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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Price
48,400 - 66,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 21 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Electric Range
470 - 600 km
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Curb weight
2,161 - 2,351 kg
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Trunk capacity
519 L
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Length
4,900 mm
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
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Width
1,881 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Payload
368 - 450 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Power HP
268 - 487 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 6.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Torque
525 - 950 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Power kW
197 - 358 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Polestar
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Brand
Ford
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