Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S 85D vs Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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General Info

While the Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €18000 on the used car market.

The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) is a Liftback, whereas the Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD (2023-…) is a SUV.

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Years of Production 2015-2016 2023-…
Current Status Discontinued Produced
Country of Manufacture Netherlands, USA Mexico
Body Style Liftback SUV
Market Availability EU, USA USA
Price Europe (Used) €18000 - Price Europe (Used)
GCC Score 6.6 6.1

Range and Efficiency

The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD (2023-…).

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Range (EPA) 435 km 370 km
Range (GCC) 405 km 352 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 85 kWh 75 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 80.8 kWh 72.6 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 20 kWh/100 km 20.6 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 5.01 km/kWh 4.85 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.2 5.4

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) maxes out at 120 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 120 kW 150 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) CCS Type 1
Charging Score 6.1 6.3

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), IM (rear) PMSM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 311 kW 242 kW
Motor Power (hp) 417 hp 325 hp
Motor Torque 660 Nm 675 Nm
0-100 km/h 4.4 s 4.8 s
Top Speed 250 km/h 180 km/h
Performance Score 6.2 5.4

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) is longer and wider, but the Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD (2023-…) is taller.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Length 4970 mm 4713 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2189 mm 2097 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1964 mm 1881 mm
Height 1445 mm 1624 mm
Wheelbase 2960 mm 2984 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S 85D (2015-2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.

Property Tesla Model S 85D Ford Mustang Mach-E Standard Range AWD
Number of Seats 5, 7 5
Curb Weight 2199 kg 2166 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 745 l 402 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1645 l 1420 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 60 l 81 l
Cargo and Towing Score 5.5 6.6
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