2023 Mustang Mach E vs 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5

Imagine everything you love in a classic SUV that’s both reliable and fun for the whole family. Now, picture enjoying that familiar experience with the convenience and efficiency of modern all-electric driving. Many people believe that switching over to an EV will come at the price of re-adjusting to previously untouched territory, but Ford and Hyundai are here to help you ease into everything that makes all-electric driving so wonderful without any of the hangups of starting over from square one.

Allow the friendly team at Essential Ford of Stuart to show you around the new 2023 Mustang Mach-e and the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 as a couple of the most popular all-electric SUVs on the market for being easy to use while bringing you maximum benefits. When you’re ready to take the next step, feel free to view our new inventory online!. 

2023 Mustang Mach-e vs 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5

What is the main difference between the Mach-e and the IONIQ 5? Being a Mustang, you can experience maximum power in the Mach-e which makes use of its highly-capable motors to bring you 0-60 scores of as low as 3.5 seconds. The IONIQ 5 is better known for its comfortable and familiar interior layout, but the Mach-e is just as capable of providing you with a cozy cabin while giving you more to love.

Performance

Ford gives you a wide range of options for the Mustang Mach-e so you can have the power of choice, and the standard is already a worthy contender with a robust standard battery with 266 horsepower getting you from 0-60 miles per hour in just 6.3 seconds. The standard version also provides a range of up to 250 miles on a single charge. The battery with maximum range can take you as far as 312 miles on a single charge, but the most powerful battery can generate as much as 480 horsepower. The MagneRide Damping System in the GT trim is also something to brag about for an EV. This variety makes it easy for you to find your perfect Mustang Mach-e whether you want to prioritize range or power, or if you simply want a well-rounded electric SUV. The three available drive modes are rather unique. Instead of your usual sport, comfort, custom, etc., you can choose between Engage, Whisper, and Unbridle. The Mach-e also allows you to choose the best charging setup to fit your budget with three levels of charging.

Hyundai didn’t build the IONIQ 5 for sport like its competitor, so the available options are rather simple. You can get up to 303 miles of combined range which is still impressive for a new-timer who wants a decent setup, but the standard battery only goes up to 168 horsepower which isn’t too far off from your average vehicle. Even when you go with the highest trim level, the IONIQ 5 can only reach 225 horsepower. It doesn’t really surprise us that a Hyundai can’t match the power of a Mustang, but there’s still a point to be made here..

Safety & Features

When it comes to safety-based technology, both the Mustang Mach-e and IONIQ 5 carry exactly what you would expect from most modern vehicles. Each has its own branded safety feature packages that come standard, covering areas like collision warnings, blind-spot alerts, lane-keeping assist, and so on. Both vehicles do a great job of giving you an exceptional experience using these features in a convenient and easily accessible way, but there’s an extra feature that Ford offers in the Mach-e that we’re excited to cover.

Ford BlueCruise Equipped Hands-Free Highway Driving can give you a taste of autonomous driving in the new Mustang Mach-e which is something that only a handful of consumer-market vehicles are capable of since it’s still far from being the norm. Driver fatigue on long and tedious trips can be dangerous and is sometimes the cause of some accidents, but this nifty feature can help you relax and regain your strength before you take back the wheel. Of course, you still need to stay attentive and only remove your hands when it’s safe to do so, but when used correctly, it can be very useful for drivers everywhere.

Interior

Everyone knows that Mustangs are all about what’s under the hood, but for the new Mach-e, it’s also about what’s in the cabin. The interior design is what most people hope for in an all-electric SUV with a spacious atmosphere and high-end technology. The new Mach-e effortlessly delivers a stunning panoramic fixed-glass roof and multi-color ambient lighting. The infotainment screen is larger than average at 15.5 inches, and it comes in a portrait layout to help free up some of the dashboard space. By upgrading to the GT model, you can drive in impeccable style with Miko perforated and reflective chair inserts lined with metallic stitching which is something you don’t normally see in an SUV. The instrument panel is also expanded to 10.2 inches to display all of your vehicle’s vital information.

The new IONIQ 5 has available H-Tex seats, but it’s not as flashy as the reflective seats in the Mustang Mach-e GT model. You’ll also find a 12.3-inch infotainment screen which is identical to what many other manufacturers are offering in their top-tier vehicles while Ford offers a more unique 15.5-inch portrait display. You can upgrade to a premium Bose audio system in the IONIQ 5, but the Mustang Mach-e offers an available Bang & Olufsen setup with 10 speakers including a dynamic subwoofer.

Bottom Line

There’s no doubt that the new 2023 Mustang Mach-e is a prime display of optimal power, modern technology, and immaculate style. The IONIQ 5 may have its fair share of awards, but it can’t quite match what the Mach-e is capable of where it counts.

Take the 2023 Mustang Mach-e for a Test Drive!

You can try out the new 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-e at Essential Ford of Stuart! Call us today at (727) 287-0955 to see what we have in stock and to learn more about how to get your very own Mach-e. You can also browse our new inventory online for new Ford vehicles near you!