TESLA MODEL Y or Ford MUSTANG MACH-E. The ultimate electric family SUV shoot-out! | Electrifying

Family-sized electric cars are (quite literally) big business at the moment. Tesla’s Model Y is on course to be the world’s most popular car while Ford’s Mustang Mach-E has proved so enticing that customers are facing huge waiting lists - despite a recent and significant price increase.

But which should you choose? Should you follow the crowd and join the millions of car buyers around the world who have opted for the Tesla Model Y. The Model 3’s bigger sibling, it combines all the usual Tesla features (good and bad) with what is still the best recharging network available. Or do you opt for the Mustang Mach-E? With a similar range, a higher quality feel and similar levels of practicality, is the Ford a better package?

Join Ginny and Tom as they compare the two and deliver their verdicts. Which would you choose? Let us know in the comments below.

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Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
£57,990 (60,090 as tested - £2,100 wheels)
434bhp, 364 lb ft of torque
All wheel drive, 1-spd
5.0 seconds 0-62mph, 135mph top speed
75.0kWh battery (useable), 331 miles range WLTP
250kw DC, 11kw AC, 30 min fast DC, 74min 50kW
12hr on home wallbox
Weight: 2,054kg
Boot: 854-litres (2,158)
Frunk: 117-litres
10-80% in 30 mins for 185 miles

Ford Mustang Mach-E standard range AWD 
£60,080 (£60,880 as tested - £800 paint)
266bhp, 428 lb ft of torque
All wheel drive, 1-spd
6.3 seconds 0-62mph, 112mph top speed
68.0kWh battery (useable), 249 miles range WLTP
109kw DC, 11kw AC, 40 min fast DC, 64min 50kW
11hrs on home wallbox
Weight: 2,138kg
Boot: 322-litres (1,420)
Frunk: 100-litres
10-80% in 40 mins for 140 miles

[AdamJakowenko]

I chose the Mach-E because I wanted all of these things, none of which the Model Y has: Rear cross-traffic alerts, radar-based ADAS, dedicated buttons on the steering wheel, quiet cabin, comfortable ride quality, high build quality, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM radio, a guage cluster, and a 360 top down camera (which automatically comes up in reverse and when getting close to anything at low speeds in the front)

[eddiewawa]

Interesting review, my thoughts after 4 days with my model y:
-Looks are subjective
-If you don't like the hub caps on the gemini.. Take them off...
-MCU of the tesla is miles apart. Ps5 performance and way better UI and UX
- build quality is fine (just got mine 4 days) and just sat in a mustang mach e today whilst the owner parked next to mine
- latest model y suspension is way softer for those just delivered (one I was fearful of)
- new model y comes with a parcel shelf in the boot for better privacy
They didn't really mention:
- pano roof makes it so airy
- turning circle of the Y is rather large
- sentry mode on the Y
- regular updates to software on teslas
- tesla phone app is pretty astounding
- as a dog owner, dog mode is awesome
- back seat space is huge on the y esp for leg room

[casperhansen]

I ordered a blue Model Y with white interior in may and recieved it two weeks ago, it is amazing.

[carwynevans]

The Model Y they've got would appear to be one of the early UK ones - I tried a similar age demo back in February. I picked up my new one at the start of September - it does seem to be a more refined car and I can't fault build quality and ride is not an issue. After a 1, 000 miles of ownership I would highly recommend it.

[irfanhusein]

The model 3 was my first EV, and when my wife and I decided to buy another EV we naturally favored the model y. But after test driving the Mach E we chose the Mach E. Now with 31, 000 miles on the Mach E we remain very happy with our decision. Both our EV’s have been trouble free and we are sure every future car will be an EV.

[torchbox]

Purchased Tesla MYP few months ago over others after extensive test drives - no regrets

[captpicard]

Had my Model Y Long Range for about 2 weeks now. I can honestly say it’s the best car I’ve ever owned by a Country mile.

[andrewnewton]

There is a big difference between that earlier model Y and current ones. I received mine 3 weeks ago and was expecting some quality issues, there weren't any! And the ride is excellent. I am currently in Italy having just driven here in the Y. It had less than 200 miles on the clock when I set off.. It will have 2000 when I return. Big big big win is charging network. I did look at all the other cars on market, but they really don't come close £ 4 £

[rickeybarnes]

Love my 2021 Y Performance with 30, 500 miles so far! Traded my great sounding Gt 350 for it. No regrets.

[nickmartin]

I’ll take the Mach E. I prefer cars that don’t catch fire in my garage

[robertt]

With the new model Y suspension, there’s no reason not to wait in line and pay more!

[Teddy_M]

I'm in the US and had a few build issues on my 22 MYP but they were fixed very easily and quickly once they got the part that was needed. The car has been super reliable and ZERO out of pocket cost and maintenance on the first 10k miles of ownership "knock on wood". Even on 21" rims ride seems suitable for a performance car. My 2022 cars feels a lot more premium and quiet compared to 20-21 models I test drove. I had a 2015 MB c300 with air suspension and the Y seems marginally stiffer. Mach E looks like a great car. For me it's all about the charging network and software advantage Tesla has. As more EVs are on the market the charging network will be more crucial and busy on road trips, especially on holidays weekends. Tesla is doing a better job at keeping up, and you always have the option to use 3rd party chargers. The software, even without carplay, is a lot more refine imo.

[nigelgarvey]

I picked up my Model Y from Birmingham last week. The panel alignments and paintwork are immaculate and there are no marks or rattles inside. The ride's a bit firm, but I probably wouldn't have noticed it if the reviews hadn't been beefing about it for the past year. There's a bit of a rumble at speed, but I've not found it bothersome so far. The one-pedal driving's a revelation and much better than having to brake, find a suitable gear, etc.

The only thing I don't like at the moment is that the car occasionally and randomly gets the idea it's being driven off the side of the road and sounds a loud, panicky alarm. This is definitely annoying and there doesn't seem to be any way to turn the feature off. 😠

[toughkix]

Model Y because in a few years it will still be up to date thanks to the OTA Updates

[JonathanEzor]

I chose the Mustang Mach-E, and am very happy with it.

[billycan]

I have a Tesla and love it no regrets. We do high mileage regularly, driving from the uk to Europe. And it was the supercharges that swung it for us .

[robertomeza]

As a mach e owner and a model s owner, the mach e is so much better. Ford always has great build quality. Each car has is positives and negatives.

[jeffmocha]

What the heck happened to the price of the mach e. I got a extended range AWD Mach e with the red paint for 58250 a couple of months ago. I did choose it over the model y because I was able to the the extended range for the same price but now with the price increase you really do have to go with the model y

[JohnLovesSpain]

Model Y - a computer on wheels built by a real technology company that can keep it up to date with over the air software updates therefore keeping it performing to very high standards and also provide new features, eg, dog mode, camp mode, Joe mode. Better performance, much more space, cheaper... the list goes on... and on... and on

[Dave-in-France]

Hi guys, good video but a few things you didn't talk about in this comparison :

1. Over the air updates - with Tesla you have full OTA updates - does the Mustang have the same? I currently drive an MG ZSEV which I love, but if the is an update to do, I have to drive a 200 kms round trip to go back to the MG dealer.
2. Heat pumps - important to have if you want to drive in a warm cabin. Tesla has one, does the Ford ?
3; Overall driving efficiency - I suspect that on any comparable journey the Tesla will use less electrons than the Ford, due to it's mechanical elegant engineering.

So, which one will deliver cost effective transport? The Tesla Model Y, imho.