What's Powering These Mustangs?
Perhaps the two greatest discrepancies between the Ford Mustang and Ford Mustang Mach-E are their relative sizes and the motors that deliver their acclaimed power.
Motivating the 2021 Mustang Mach-E is an all-electric engine that provides 300 miles of range in certain configurations. When you attach the vehicle to a charging port-either at home or out on the open road-you can replenish 59 miles of range in just 10 minutes using a 150kW DC fast charger.
The traditional 2021 Mustang sticks with a collection of gas-powered motors. While efficiency may not be the highest priority for a Mustang performance, the iconic sports car still delivers an EPA-estimated 21 city/30 highway MPG when properly configured.
Real-World Performance
Because the Mach-E is the electric option between itself and the Ford Mustang, people may misconstrue the SUV as staid or boring. This couldn't be farther from the truth, as the Mustang Mach-E lives up to the sporty heritage of its namesake.
Electric engines mean instant power on tap when you want it, affording the Mustang Mach-E a superb 0 to 60 MPH dash of less than four seconds!
That same 0 to 60 MPH time is what you'll get if you opt for the highest trim level of the Ford Mustang, a trim that's motivated by a 760-horsepower 5.2L supercharged V8 engine. Keep up that pace with your Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, and you'll be racing past the quarter mile in under 11 seconds!
SUV or Sports Car? Because Size Matters…
Your call between the Ford Mustang and Ford Mustang Mach-E may come down to your preference of sports car coupe or SUV.
While the Mustang coupe is obviously tighter, drivers up front are still afforded a wealth of headroom and legroom, while the trunk is capable of swallowing luggage, golf clubs, groceries, or other supplies.
The Mustang Mach-E has a functioning second row if you have friends or family tagging along. Plus, that row can fold flat to create ample cargo space for any goods!
The Ford Safety You've Come to Expect
Ford has long excelled at crafting vehicles that are not only fun to drive, but also keep you and your passengers well-protected. For 2021, both the Mustang and Mustang Mach-E benefit from a range of driver-assistance technologies.
These technologies are grouped into a suite called Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢. Here are just a few of the features found in this acclaimed safety suite:
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane-Keeping System
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
For starters, the Pre-Collision Assist setup with emergency braking is constantly monitoring the front of your car as well as your speed and other variables. If the system determines a front-facing collision is likely, and you haven't pressed the brake pedal yourself, the technology will automatically intervene to decelerate your Mustang or Mustang Mach-E.
For the Lane-Keeping System, it's all about helping you retain attentiveness on the road. If you unknowingly begin to veer from your lane, the system will beep, giving you the heads-up to move back into place.
There's also BLIS®, which gives you a notification if another vehicle is driving in your blind spot as you attempt to change lanes. With Cross-Traffic Alert, the system will also let you know if a model is moving into your path as you reverse.
What's really exciting about the Ford Mustang Mach-E is that it will debut Ford's Active Drive Assistâ„¢ technology. What Active Drive Assistâ„¢ is intended to do is function as a semi-autonomous driving aid. By the end of 2021, the Mach-E will sport this innovative technology, allowing drivers to enjoy periods of hands-free highway driving!
In-Cabin Technology
The impressive technology of the 2021 Ford Mustang and 2021 Mustang Mach-E are noticeable everywhere. Technology helps improve performance, safety, and how you interact with the cabin of each vehicle.
Take the Mach-E, for example. Running on the SYNC® 4A infotainment interface, the massive and responsive touchscreen in the electric crossover will be your best friend as you drive. If you want to alter some aspect of the cabin, such as adjusting the temperature or playing your favorite podcast, this touchscreen can quickly help you do so.
Both vehicles also make use of the heralded FordPass Connectâ„¢ application for your smartphone. With the app, you'll have remote access to your Mustang or Mustang Mach-E.
What can you do with that remote access? A few options include:
- Starting, stopping, locking, and unlocking your vehicle
- Locating your car in a crowded parking lot
- Checking your fuel level and oil life
If you're an audiophile who doesn't begin driving their car until they have their favorite tunes playing, you can rest easy knowing the Mustang and Mustang Mach-E can be had with an impressive B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen!
Different in Some Ways, Alike in Many Others
The 2021 Ford Mustang vs. Mustang Mach-E debate is a win-win scenario, where you'll be getting an iconic performance and head-turning style either way. Test driving these Mustangs back to back near Mechanicsville, Ashland, or Richmond, VA, will give you a better feel for each option.
So, arrange a test run or learn more about either model by contacting Richmond Ford Lincoln today!
Your call between the Ford Mustang and 
Ford has long excelled at crafting vehicles that are not only fun to drive, but also keep you and your passengers well-protected. For 2021, both the Mustang and Mustang Mach-E benefit from a range of driver-assistance technologies.
