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Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Polestar 2
Selected trimStandard range Single motorChange trim344 mi · 70 kWh · £45,210
At a glance
In this comparison, Ford Mustang Mach-E leads on family practicality, while the Polestar 2 leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Ford Mustang Mach-E if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Polestar 2 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 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 Polestar 2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePolestar
Ford
4.8
Polestar
6.2
Motorway RangePolestar
Ford
2.8
Polestar
4.7
FamilyFord
Ford
6.8
Polestar
6
Charging
Ford
3.9
Polestar
4.1
Too close to call
Cost Per MilePolestar
Ford
2
Polestar
6
City DrivingPolestar
Ford
2.7
Polestar
4.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Polestar 2
Standard range Single motor
- £5,630 cheaper
- 52 miles more WLTP range
- 30 kW faster rapid charging
- 30 Wh/km more efficient
- 1500 kg more towing capacity
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50,840 | £45,210 (better) |
| Official range | 292 miles | 344 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 402 L | 407 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 32 min | 26 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | 6.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
Polestar 2
Length
Ford Mustang Mach-E4,713mm
Polestar 24,606mm-107mm
Width
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,930mm
Polestar 21,859mm-71mm
Height
Ford Mustang Mach-E1,624mm
Polestar 21,479mm-145mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,713 mm | 4,606 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,930 mm | 1,859 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,097 mm | 1,985 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,479 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 | 541 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | 997 mm | Not available |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 402 L | 407 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1420 L (better) | 1097 L |
| Frunk | 100 L (better) | 41 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,500 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.
Polestar 2
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Ford Mustang Mach-E Select RWD |  Polestar 2 Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.71m | 4.61m-107mm |
| Width | 1.93m | 1.86m-71mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 1.99m-112mm |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.48m-145mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.98m | 2.73m-249mm |
| Ground Clearance | 116mm | 151mm+35mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 402L | 407L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1420L (better) | 1097L |
| Frunk | 100L (better) | 41L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | 997mm | Not available |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.6m | 11.5m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,166kg | 1,995kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 72.6kWh (better) | 70kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 292 mi | 344 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW | 180kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £50,840 | £45,210 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Saloon |
| 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 | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 292 miles | 344 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 210 miles | 231 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 32 min | 26 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW | 180 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 179 Wh/km | 149 Wh/km (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 72.6 kWh (better) | 70 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.7 sec | 6.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 197 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Torque | 525 Nm (better) | 490 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
Polestar 2
Standard range Single motor
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Ford Mustang Mach-E
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Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect RWD | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,905 | £21,999 |
| Average used price | £24,497 | £24,883 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 10 listings | 15 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £26,343 below new | £20,327 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 18% over ~6 months | Up 1% 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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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 - Polestar 2 Standard range Single motor
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant93%
Child Occupant89%
Vulnerable Road Users80%
Safety Assist83%
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 | Polestar 2Standard range Single motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
Get a quote
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Polestar 2
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Ford Mustang Mach-E
- £23,3742024Car360View
- £27,7952024Cars2View
Polestar 2
- £27,7662024Car360View
- £21,9992024Browns of RichmondView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Mustang Mach-E worth the extra £5,630 over the Polestar 2?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E costs £5,630 more than the Polestar 2. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Polestar 2 is not just cheaper - it also offers 52 miles more WLTP range, 30 kW faster peak rapid charging and lower energy use, 149 versus 179 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Polestar 2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Polestar 2?
The Polestar 2 is £5,630 cheaper to buy. The Polestar 2 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 Polestar 2 comes out roughly £5,790 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 Polestar 2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 210 miles for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 231 miles for the Polestar 2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Polestar 2 goes roughly 21 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 26-32 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Ford Mustang Mach-E or the Polestar 2?
The Polestar 2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 71 mm narrower than the Ford Mustang Mach-E. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 541 mm of total clearance for the Polestar 2 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 Polestar 2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Ford Mustang Mach-E and 90% for the Polestar 2. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use LFP-type cells, which are happy charged to 100% every day. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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