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VEHICLE A
▼
Ford
Mustang Mach-E
Standard Range Single Motor RWD
RWD · automatic · ev
VS
VEHICLE B
▼
Ford
Mustang Mach-E
Extended Range Dual Motor AWD
AWD · automatic · ev

Real labor data. Real maintenance costs. Real recall counts. No subscription, no paywall — free for every wrench-turner.

01

Specifications

Year
2024
2025
Engine
Standard Range Single Motor RWD
Extended Range Dual Motor AWD
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
Transmission
automatic
automatic
Fuel
ev
ev
02

Powertrain

Engine output, acceleration, top speed, handling, braking — and Nürburgring if either car ran one.

Horsepower
266hp
346hp
Torque
317lb-ft
428lb-ft
0–60 mph
—
—
Quarter Mile
—
—
Top Speed
—
—
Skidpad
—
—
60–0 Braking
—
—
70–0 Braking
—
—

Performance specs synthesized from manufacturer figures and instrumented magazine tests (Car and Driver, Motor Trend, Road & Track). MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Numbers flagged as "low confidence" by AI generation are conservative estimates from related platforms.

04

Cost of Ownership

5-Year Maintenance
$7,003
0.12 $/mi
★ WINNER
5-Year Maintenance
$3,770
0.06 $/mi
🏆
ADVANTAGEFord Mustang Mach-E — Saves you $3,233 over 5 years (46% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

05

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

High-Voltage Battery Contactor Failure
— hrs$1,225 / 5yr
— hrs
Differential fluid
1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr
1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr
Front brake pads
1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr
1.2 hrs$520 / 5yr
Rear brake pads
1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr
1.2 hrs$500 / 5yr
Front Subframe Bushing Clunk and Premature Wear
— hrs$975 / 5yr
— hrs
Tire rotation
0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr
0.4 hrs$480 / 5yr
Wiper blades
0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr
0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr
Brake fluid flush
0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr
0.8 hrs$270 / 5yr
12V battery
0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr
0.4 hrs$260 / 5yr
Cabin air filter
0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr
0.3 hrs$210 / 5yr
12V Battery Premature Failure and Deep Discharge
— hrs$358 / 5yr
— hrs
Inverter Coolant Leak at Hose Connections
— hrs$350 / 5yr
— hrs
Charge Port Door Actuator Failure
— hrs$210 / 5yr
— hrs
Rear Drive Unit Seal Leakage
— hrs$115 / 5yr
— hrs
06

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls
0
CLEAR
Open NHTSA Recalls
0
CLEAR

✓ Both vehicles are completely clear of open safety recalls.

07

Fluid Capacities

Ford Mustang Mach-E
brake0.90 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 4 Low Viscosity
coolant10.50 qt · WSS-M97B44-D2
power_steering · none — electric power steering
transmission_auto7.40 qt · MERCON ULV
washer4.20 qt · Windshield washer fluid concentrate
Ford Mustang Mach-E
brake0.90 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 4 Low Viscosity
coolant10.50 qt · WSS-M97B44-D2
power_steering · none — electric power steering
transmission_auto14.80 qt · MERCON ULV
washer4.20 qt · Windshield washer fluid concentrate
08

The Verdict

🏆
THE WINNER
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Extended Range Dual Motor AWD
  • Ford Mustang Mach-E is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$3,233 over 5 years)

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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