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

Serving Fort Walton Beach, FL

With increasing environmentalism, there is a growing demand for electric vehicles which has seen many automakers rival each other for a share in the market. If you want to drive an SUV with zero tailpipe emissions, consider either a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 or a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-e.

The Volkswagen Mach-e is an electric SUV the automaker produced after an emission scandal of not disclosing real emission numbers. Volkswagen ID.4 repaired the tarnished reputation and scored 10/10 on greenhouse gas and smog ratings.

The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-e is among the automaker’s first electric production. It is an SUV that delivers a great performance experience to users.

You may want to experience both models before committing to a purchase, and time and resources may limit you. Have a better feel of the vehicles by undertaking a virtual test drive from trusted dealerships like Volkswagen of Fort Walton Beach and Step One Automotive Group. The 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 virtual test drive offers a test drive online for those unable to visit dealerships.

Both models are a must-see for anyone shopping for an electric SUV with competitive pricing, plenty of power and range choice, infotainment, driver assistance, and exquisite interior (2021 Mustang Mach-E versus 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Comparison Test (yahoo.com). They are similar in most features of electric vehicles, but the Volkswagen ID.4 beats the Ford Mustang Mach-e from the review below.

Performance

The Volkswagen ID.4 makes 201 horsepower on the single rear-mounted motor and 302 horsepower on the dual-motor all-wheel-drive models. It has 310 miles of driving range on a single charge. The SUV can be charged at home easily like other electric devices on a 125kWh charger and charges up to 80% in 35 minutes. It has a tow load of 2,700 pounds. Three trims are available, 1st Edition, Pro, and Pro S. The EPA estimates for the 1st Edition and Pro S are 104MPGe in the city and 89MPGe on highways. Pro does 107MPGe on city driving and 91MPGe on highway conditions.

The Ford Mustang March-e comes in four trims, Select, Premium, California Route1, and E GT, and all function with two electric motors and a single-speed transmission. The Select trim delivers 266 horsepower, California Route 1 and Premium give 290 horsepower, and E GT offers 480 horsepower. Charging is by a combo system charge port, compatible with 120 volts and 240 charging systems at home. The driving range is 230 miles per charge on the 68kWh standard range battery.

The ID.4 has better chassis behavior than Mach-e, with a well-controlled rebound and body roll. It can maneuver sharp corners better than the Mach-e.

Interior

A 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 virtual test drive shows the interior features and why it beats the Ford Mustang Mach-e. The ID.4 interior cargo volume is 30.3 cubic feet against 29.7 cubic feet for the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-e. The ID.4 front headroom is 41.1 inches against the Mach-e 38.8 and better head height on the second row of the ID.4. The touchscreen on the ID.4 is more intuitive than the Mach-e, similar to a smartphone interface, and easy to use by most people. Other outstanding features of the Volkswagen ID.4 are the heated steering wheel, standard heated front seats, and power passenger seats lacking in the Mach-e.

Price

From the many factors considered before purchasing a vehicle, price holds most of the weight. You want a model that offers more value for money. The ID.4 is more affordable on the market than the Mach-e. It starts at $ 39.995 and is eligible for EV credits that take the price to $ 32,495 after incentives. The Ford Mustang Mach-e retail price starts at $ 46,296 and attracts tax credits up to $7 500 on the cost. The price of these models is below the top electric rival, Tesla Model Y that starts at $50,000, and it is not eligible for tax credits.

As a member of Step One Automotive Group, at Volkswagen of Fort Walton Beach, we are proud of the products and services that we have to offer to our customers. We urge you to enjoy taking a virtual test drive on our dealership’s website, as a test drive online will help you to understand what the vehicles in our inventory have to offer before you visit our dealership. Feel free to extend beyond our 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 virtual test drive and visit us to have an in-person experience of what the new Volkswagen ID.4 has to offer.

*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.