Do you want something green to help the environment? There’s a good chance you’ve heard of the Mustang Mach-E and the Tesla Model Y. But which one is better? That’s what we’re here to find out. We’ll be looking into some key areas to see which model is better than the other.
Key takeaways
- The Mach-E has blazing fast speeds, really living up to the Mustang name.
- The Mach-E does have slightly less range, but not by much, and when looking at the price, the tradeoff is more than worth it.
- The Mach-E can almost be fully charged at home with an overnight charge.
Which has a better price: Mach-E.
When looking at the two models, the Tesla Model Y has a higher starting price than the Mach-E. For the base Model Y the MSRP starts at $44,990 going up to $48,990. The Mach-E comes in 4 trims and two of them are priced lower than the base Model Y. The starting price is $37,995. If you want to get your foot in the door of electric SUVs, this is the best option for that.
Being that it has Mustang in its DNA, the Mach-E comes with some performance trims. While they are more expensive than the Model Y, these trims aren’t for those who want something less expensive. The GT trim comes with Brembo front brakes as well as a MagneRide damping system, helping keep the ride smooth.The highest trim is the Rally, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. This trim comes with a more aggressive damping, helping you handle loose corners even easier.
Which model can go further: Model Y
For the range of the two models, the Model Y has a slightly higher range. Tesla claims that the Long Range Model Y can go 357 miles on one charge, but testing done by the EPA reveals that it misses that mark. The tests reveal that the Model Y has a max range of 337 miles. The Mach-E hasn’t been tested for 2025, but the numbers are expected to stay the same from the 2024 tests. The max range for the Mach-E is 320 miles, as tested by the EPA.
For the Mach-E, if you want to charge at home, you have two options. There’s the 120V charger, and the 240V charger. If you stick with 120, you can charge up to 30 miles per night, but if you upgrade to the 240, you can charge 80% overnight. Able to add 28 miles of range per hour. The Model Y can be charged at home, getting up to 44 miles per hour, which does make it a bit better at charging at home.
Which is faster: Mustang Mach-E
When a vehicle has “Mustang” in the name, it shouldn’t be a surprise that it will be fast. The Mach-E can go 0-60 in just 3.3-seconds. This makes the Model Y’s 0-60 time of 4.6-seconds seem like a lifetime of difference.
Both vehicles are limited by a governor, the top speeds aren’t insanely fast. The Model Y has a top speed of 125 MPH, while the Mach-E has a top speed of 128 MPH. If you’re looking for a model with the best speeds, the Mach-E takes that crown.
Which is our pick?
We think that the Mustang Mach-E is the best electric SUV for families in 2025. This is because it offers competitive ranges, for a price that is unbeatable. If you’re family is adrenaline seekers, the higher trim levels on the Mach-E will look nice in your garage. If you want to get behind the wheel for a test drive, or if you just want to see one in person. Come on down to Banner Ford of Monroe today!