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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Nissan ARIYA
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E leads on charging speed, while the Nissan ARIYA leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Mustang Mach-E if...
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Nissan ARIYA 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 want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p 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 Nissan ARIYA leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueNissan
Ford
4.8
Nissan
5.8
Motorway RangeNissan
Ford
2.8
Nissan
4.3
Family
Ford
6.8
Nissan
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingFord
Ford
3.9
Nissan
2.8
Cost Per MileNissan
Ford
2
Nissan
4.6
City DrivingNissan
Ford
2.7
Nissan
4.7
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,840 | £37,000 (better) |
| Official range | 292 miles (better) | 250 miles |
| Boot space | 402 L | 466 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Nissan ARIYA
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Nissan ARIYA4,595mm-118mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Nissan ARIYA1,850mm-80mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm-36mm
Nissan ARIYA1,660mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,595 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,850 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm (better) | 2,172 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.6 m | 11.5 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 470 mm spare | 550 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | 466 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L (better) | 1350 L |
| 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 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.
Nissan ARIYA
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |  Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.59m-118mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.85m-80mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.17m+75mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.66m+36mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 2.77m-209mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | 466L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L (better) | 1350L |
| Frunk | 100L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 11.5m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg | 1,917kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 750kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh (better) | 63kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi (better) | 250 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,840 | £37,000 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £50,840 (not eligible) | £35,500 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles (better) | 250 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 210 miles (better) | 209 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 30 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 72.6 kWh (better) | 63 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-ESelect RWD | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec (better) | 7.5 sec |
| Power | 197 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Torque | 525 Nm (better) | 300 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
Select RWD
Nissan ARIYA
Engage+ 63kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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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 - Nissan ARIYA Engage+ 63kWh
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant86%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist93%
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 | Nissan ARIYAEngage+ 63kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Nissan ARIYA
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
Nissan ARIYA
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £13,840 over the Nissan ARIYA?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £13,840 more than the Nissan ARIYA. For that premium it adds 42 miles more WLTP range and 37 kW more power. The Nissan ARIYA is not just cheaper - it also offers 64 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Nissan ARIYA comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Nissan ARIYA?
The Nissan ARIYA is £13,840 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £168 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Nissan ARIYA comes out roughly £13,960 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 Nissan ARIYA like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 209 miles for the Nissan ARIYA - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. 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 Nissan ARIYA?
The Nissan ARIYA is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 80 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Nissan ARIYA and about 470 mm of total clearance for the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Nissan ARIYA?
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 Nissan ARIYA. 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 Nissan ARIYA's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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Data accuracy
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