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Ford Mustang Mach-E (2021-2024) vs Toyota bZ4X
Selected trimIcon FWD 57.7kWhChange trim276 mi · 57.7 kWh · £39,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E stays competitive across the board, while the Toyota bZ4X leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Toyota bZ4X if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Toyota bZ4X leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Ford
5.4
Toyota
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeToyota
Ford
2.7
Toyota
4.9
Family
Ford
6.8
Toyota
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingToyota
Ford
3.1
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
Ford
2
Toyota
8.8
City DrivingToyota
Ford
2.9
Toyota
4.2
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
- 50 litres more boot space
- 35 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £40,350 | £39,995 (better) |
| Official range | 273 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 402 L | 452 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Toyota bZ4X
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Toyota bZ4X4,690mm-23mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Toyota bZ4X1,860mm-70mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm-26mm
Toyota bZ4X1,650mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,690 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,860 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 11.2 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare | 540 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | 452 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 100 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 750 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- A 100 L frunk, one of 9 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 100 L or more.
- 2,984 mm wheelbase, longer than 85% of SUVs we track.
Toyota bZ4X
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range RWD (2021-24) |  Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.69m-23mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.86m-70mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.65m+26mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 2.85m-134mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | 177mm+61mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | 452L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L | Not available |
| Frunk | 100L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 11.2m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg | 1,870kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 70kWh (better) | 57.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 273 mi | 276 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 115kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £40,350 | £39,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 273 miles | 276 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 203 miles | 230 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 115 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 70 kWh (better) | 54 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 8.6 sec |
| Power | 198 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm (better) | 269 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Standard Range RWD (2021-24)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range RWD (2021-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Toyota bZ4X Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-EStandard Range RWD (2021-24) | Toyota bZ4XIcon FWD 57.7kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Standard Range RWD (2021-24)
Owners love
- Owners consistently praise the looks, the strong acceleration and a refined, quiet drive.
- Extended Range owners report around 290 to 315 miles in mild conditions, enough to charge only every week or two for many.
- Running costs on an off-peak home tariff are very low, and owners describe large monthly savings over a petrol car.
Watch out for
- Rapid charging slows sharply above 80%, so owners plan long trips around charging to about 80%.
- Some owners find the ride fidgety on poor roads and parts of the interior plastics cheap.
- The boot is modest for an SUV of this size, and the glass roof has no blind.
Owner tips
- Choose the Extended Range if you do long trips: owners say the extra range matters more than all-wheel drive.
- Charge to about 80% on rapid chargers on long journeys to keep stops short.
Toyota bZ4X
Icon FWD 57.7kWh
Owners love
- Strong sales performance in key markets (second-best selling EV in UK early 2024, #1 in Norway and Denmark) with excellent lease appeal
- Spacious, comfortable interior with excellent rear legroom and well-designed cabin features like storage and entertainment systems
- Responsive driving dynamics with good handling that belies its weight, plus car-like agility for an SUV
Watch out for
- Real-world range significantly underperforms WLTP claims (150-230 miles on motorways versus 315+ claimed; drops further with air conditioning)
- Poor efficiency compared to competitors; atrocious efficiency-to-battery-size ratio relative to rivals like Ioniq 5 and Model Y
- Rapid charging severely limited by thermal management issues requiring only 3-4 DC charges per 24 hours, and performance degrades significantly in cold weather
Owner tips
- Look for aggressive lease deals and consider salary sacrifice schemes, which offer better value than outright purchase; aim for 24-month terms where pricing appears cheaper
- Install a home charging unit (like Easee One) and plan charging around home charger for daily use; limit long trips to 3-4 rapid charges per 24 hours with proper spacing
Buying options
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Toyota bZ4X
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is £355 cheaper to buy. The Toyota bZ4X is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £192 for the Ford Mustang Mach-E, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota bZ4X comes out roughly £595 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Toyota bZ4X like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 203 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 230 miles for the Toyota bZ4X - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota bZ4X goes roughly 27 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-32 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Toyota bZ4X?
The Toyota bZ4X is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 70 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 540 mm of total clearance for the Toyota bZ4X and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Toyota bZ4X also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Toyota bZ4X?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 84% for the Toyota bZ4X. That gives the Ford Mustang Mach-E a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Ford Mustang Mach-E's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Toyota bZ4X's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .