Head to head · SUV (EV)
Tesla Model Y vs Ford Mustang Mach-E
On the measures that matter most to a used buyer — value retention, reliability, fuel economy and insurance — the Ford Mustang Mach-E comes out ahead of the Tesla Model Y, winning 2 of the 2 categories where the two differ.
| Measure | Tesla Model Y | Ford Mustang Mach-E |
|---|---|---|
| Est. value, ~3 years old | £24,000 (2023, 36,000 mi) | £20,300 (2023, 17,500 mi) |
| Value kept after 3 years | 50% | 50% |
| Reliability (MOT-derived, /100) | 70 | 77 · wins |
| Average mpg | — | — |
| Insurance group | 48 | 25 · wins |
| Road tax / year | £620 | £195 · wins |
| Typical annual service | £0 · wins | £185 |
Valuations are each model's ~3-year-old example at typical mileage, through the same model behind the profiles. Adjust mileage, trim and condition in the interactive comparison →
Model Y vs Mustang Mach-E — quick answers
Which is more reliable, the Model Y or the Mustang Mach-E?
The Ford Mustang Mach-E scores higher on Forecourt's MOT-derived reliability measure — 77 against the Tesla Model Y's 70 out of 100.
How much does a used Model Y cost compared with a Mustang Mach-E?
A roughly three-year-old Tesla Model Y is worth about £24,000 at typical mileage, against about £20,300 for the equivalent Ford Mustang Mach-E.