Ford Mustang Mach-E vs. Nissan LEAF
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Nissan LEAF 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 Ford Mustang Mach-E and the Nissan LEAF.
In comparing the Ford Mustang Mach-E's and the Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang Mach-E has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan LEAF has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang Mach-E's and the Nissan LEAF's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: For a new model, the Ford Mustang Mach-E's price is between $44,856 and $61,270, with the Nissan LEAF priced between $23,419 and $38,719.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang Mach-E loses 57.9 percent of its value and the Nissan LEAF loses 55.6 percent of its value. This means the Nissan LEAF retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Mustang Mach-E’s base engine makes 266 horsepower, and the Nissan LEAF base engine makes 147 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Ford Mustang Mach-E, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Nissan LEAF, a electric compact car, has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings: The Nissan LEAF has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$44,856 - $61,270
Starting MSRP:
$39,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$42,187
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$39,590 - $46,000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$23,419 - $38,719
Starting MSRP:
$28,140
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$46,745
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
$42,829 - $49,434
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
6,933
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79
# Good or Great Deals:
16
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,683
Price Range:
$17,999 - $38,610
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
242
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
736
# Good or Great Deals:
12
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$24,053
Depreciation %:
60.1%
Resale Value $:
$15,942
Residual Value %:
39.9%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
54.9%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44.4% - 60.1%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$16,366
Depreciation %:
58.2%
Resale Value $:
$11,774
Residual Value %:
41.8%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
N/A
Category Depreciation Range:
N/A
Ford Mustang Mach-E Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan LEAF Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
6.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Mustang Mach-E
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan LEAF
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
8.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.9 - 6.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Ford Mustang Mach-E Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 44Ranking
10 out of / 44Ranking
14 out of / 44Ranking
17 out of / 44Ranking
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22 out of / 44Ranking
24 out of / 44Ranking
24 out of / 44Nissan LEAF Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
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14 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 26Summary Review
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is a ground-breaking new five-passenger crossover/hatchback vehicle. This new entry in the EV market from Ford shows the power of big automakers to rapidly leap ahead of established EV models . . . once they commit to the technology.
Summary Review
Nissan’s four-door hatchback Leaf was the original battery-electric vehicle of the modern age. This ground-breaking EV has topped sales charts globally for affordable EVs for years. The Leaf offers many shoppers an attractive package that's hard to ignore.
Pros and Cons
- Excellent blend of styling, functionality and price
- Multiple configurations including high-performance trims and AWD available
- Extended battery ranges offered
- Class-leading, innovative infotainment system
- No spare tire on any trim
- Trailer towing is not approved by Ford
Pros and Cons
- Impressive interior space given its small size
- Excellent availability nationwide
- Strong EV commitment from Nissan means widespread service support
- Limited range on older models
- Lackluster performance on first-generation cars
- Safety ratings from IIHS less than stellar
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Ford Mustang Mach-E Trim Levels
GT, Premium, Select
Nissan LEAF Trim Levels
S, SV PLUS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
266 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
147 hp
Torque:
236 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
224 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
72 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14.1 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
150 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity:
40 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
8 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
34.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
23.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
30 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
116.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4394 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
64 inches
Length:
186 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3509 lbs
Width:
70.5 inches
Height:
61.5 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R19XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Grabber Blue / Vapor Blue
Gray
Glacier Gray Metallic Tri-Coat
Green
Eruption Green
Red
Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
White
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl
Gray
Gun Metallic
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
White
Glacier White
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Interior Colors
Black
Black
