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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Hyundai IONIQ 5
Selected trimStandard Range RWDChange trim273 mi · 63 kWh · £40,695
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E stays competitive across the board, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Ford
4.8
Hyundai
6.1
Motorway RangeHyundai
Ford
2.8
Hyundai
6.4
FamilyHyundai
Ford
6.8
Hyundai
7.7
ChargingHyundai
Ford
3.9
Hyundai
7.9
Cost Per MileHyundai
Ford
2
Hyundai
6.8
City DrivingHyundai
Ford
2.7
Hyundai
3.3
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
- £10,145 cheaper
- 118 litres more boot space
- 110 kW faster rapid charging
- 14 min quicker 10-80% rapid charge
- 750 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,840 | £40,695 (better) |
| Official range | 292 miles (better) | 273 miles |
| Boot space | 402 L | 520 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 18 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Hyundai IONIQ 54,655mm-58mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,890mm-40mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm
Hyundai IONIQ 51,605mm-19mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,655 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,890 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm (better) | 2,116 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,605 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m (better) | 12 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare | 510 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | 520 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L | 1587 L (better) |
| Frunk | 100 L (better) | 57 L |
| 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 8 of 232 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.
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- Peak DC charging of 260 kW, faster than 85% of SUVs in our catalogue.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
- 3,000 mm wheelbase, longer than 90% of SUVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |  Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.66m-58mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.89m-40mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.12m+19mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.60m-19mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 3.00m+16mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | 520L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L | 1587L (better) |
| Frunk | 100L (better) | 57L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m (better) | 12m |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg | 1,920kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh (better) | 63kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi (better) | 273 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 260kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,840 | £40,695 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles (better) | 273 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 210 miles | 228 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 18 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 260 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 10.5 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 72.6 kWh (better) | 63 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 800V (better) |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 8.5 sec |
| Power | 197 kW (better) | 125 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm (better) | 350 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Select RWD
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Standard Range RWD
8.9/10
average across 7 reviews
- DrivingElectric5/5
- Car Magazine5/5
- Electrifying.com9/10
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,905 | £29,990 |
| Average used price | £24,497 | £33,990 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 18 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £26,343 below new | £6,705 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 18% over ~6 months | Down 7.7% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant92%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users69%
Safety Assist82%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Hyundai IONIQ 5 Standard Range RWD
Vulnerable Road Users63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Hyundai IONIQ 5Standard Range RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Hyundai IONIQ 5
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
Hyundai IONIQ 5
- £29,9902025Cars2View
- £40,4902026Cars2View
- £33,9902026Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £10,145 over the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £10,145 more than the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For that premium it adds 72 kW more power and a 1.8s quicker 0-62mph time. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is not just cheaper - it also offers 110 kW faster peak rapid charging and 118 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is £10,145 cheaper to buy. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is cheaper to charge, roughly £160 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 comes out roughly £10,305 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 228 miles for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 goes roughly 18 miles further between charging stops. A rapid charge to 80% takes around 32 minutes in the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 18 in the Hyundai IONIQ 5, so the Hyundai IONIQ 5 loses less time at each stop. That makes the Hyundai IONIQ 5 the stronger long-distance car.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Hyundai IONIQ 5?
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 40 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 510 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E. The Ford Mustang Mach-E 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 89% for the Hyundai IONIQ 5. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Ford Mustang Mach-E's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Hyundai IONIQ 5's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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