Volkswagen ID.4 vs. Ford Mustang Mach-E
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Volkswagen ID.4 and Ford Mustang Mach-E 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 Volkswagen ID.4 and the Ford Mustang Mach-E.
When we compare the Volkswagen ID.4's and the Ford Mustang Mach-E's specifications and ratings, the Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and resale value. The Ford Mustang Mach-E has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volkswagen ID.4's and the Ford Mustang Mach-E's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is a better car than the Volkswagen ID.4.
Pricing: A used 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 ranges from $31,607 to $59,402 while a used 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E is priced between $25,977 to $54,825. For a new model, the Volkswagen ID.4's price is between $38,226 and $58,570, with the Ford Mustang Mach-E priced between $39,134 and $59,590.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Volkswagen ID.4 loses 62 percent of its value and the Ford Mustang Mach-E loses 65 percent of its value. This means the Volkswagen ID.4 retains 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 Volkswagen ID.4’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Ford Mustang Mach-E base engine makes 266 horsepower. The ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 115 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 206 miles. The Mustang Mach-E is rated to deliver an average of 111 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 224 miles.This gives the Volkswagen ID.4 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Mustang Mach-E the advantage in maximum range. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the ID.4 is 6.25 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Mustang Mach-E is 14.1 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric SUVs, the Ford Mustang Mach-E has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the area of front head room. The Volkswagen ID.4 and Ford Mustang Mach-E are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Volkswagen ID.4 and the Ford Mustang Mach-E have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
38226 - 58570
Starting MSRP:
39995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
39134 - 59590
Starting MSRP:
37995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
46211
Price Range:
31607 - 59402
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
42822
Price Range:
25977 - 54825
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25069
Depreciation %:
0.62679886
Resale Value $:
14926
Residual Value %:
0.37320114000000004
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
24898
Depreciation %:
0.65529153
Resale Value $:
13097
Residual Value %:
0.34470847000000004
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
Volkswagen ID.4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Mach-E Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Volkswagen ID.4
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 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:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0912559918581217
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.840697838032374
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Volkswagen ID.4 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 65Ranking
9 out of / 59Ranking
11 out of / 65Ranking
12 out of / 65Ranking
18 out of / 65Ranking
18 out of / 65Ranking
30 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
50 out of / 65Ford Mustang Mach-E Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 65Ranking
5 out of / 59Ranking
19 out of / 65Ranking
23 out of / 65Ranking
30 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
31 out of / 65Ranking
34 out of / 65Ranking
38 out of / 65Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Volkswagen ID.4 Trim Levels
Limited, Pro, Pro S, Pro S Plus, S Limited
Ford Mustang Mach-E Trim Levels
GT, Premium, Select
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
229 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
266 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
115 / 98 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
206 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
62 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
6.25 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
111 / 103 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
224 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
73 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14.1 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
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
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4317 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4595 lbs
Width:
82.6 inches
Height:
64 inches
Length:
185.6 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
225/55R19XL
Exterior Colors
Black
Deep Black Pearl
Blue
Mountain Lake Blue Metallic
Gray
Pure Gray
Silver
Silver Mist Metallic
White
Pure White
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Velocity Blue
Gray
Glacier Gray Metallic Tri-Coat
Silver
Not available
White
Star White Metallic Tri-Coat
Brown
Desert Sand
Green
Eruption Green
Red
Molten Magenta Metallic Tri-Coat
Yellow
Grabber Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Nutmeg / Stone
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Black Onyx
