2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E vs. 2021 Volkswagen ID.4

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4.

In comparing the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E's and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E's and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is a better car than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Pricing: A used 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E ranges from $24,999 to $39,999 while a used 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 is priced between $22,500 to $31,999.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E loses 57.9 percent of its value and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 loses 54.1 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E’s base engine makes 266 horsepower, and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Mustang Mach-E is rated to deliver an average of 105 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 230 miles. The ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 104 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 250 miles.This gives the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Mustang Mach-E is 14.1 hours (240V), while the charge time for the ID.4 is 8 hours (240V).

Passenger Space Comparison: The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E and 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.

Safety Ratings: The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.