Global EV Comparison: Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 vs Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD
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General Info
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €54950. The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-… | 2022-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | Mexico |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €54950 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €42790 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.7 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…).
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 505 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 562 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 453 km | 480 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 98.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 77 kWh | 91 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17 kWh/100 km | 19 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.88 km/kWh | 5.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 7.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 6.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 216 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 290 hp |
| Motor Torque | 545 Nm | 430 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7 s | 6.2 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Dimensions
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…).
The Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4588 mm | 4713 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2108 mm | 2097 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1865 mm | 1881 mm |
| Height | 1614 mm | 1625 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2764 mm | 2984 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023), but the Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD (2022-2023) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi Q4 Sportback e-tron 45 | Ford Mustang Mach-E California Route 1 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2145 kg | 2085 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 535 l | 402 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l | 1420 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 81 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 6.6 |
