Head-to-head · measured energy cost
2026 Volkswagen ID.4 vs 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended
12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Jul 24, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology
At these assumptions, the 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 costs $4.56 less per month ($55/year, $275 over five years) than the 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended. This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
2026 Volkswagen ID.4Electric2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD ExtendedElectric
Per month
Per year
5 years
| Measure | 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 | 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration compared | electric motor (210 kW ACPM 3-Phase) · RWD | electric motor (258 kW ACPM) · AWD |
| Cost per month | $54.92 | $59.48 |
| Cost per year | $659 | $714 |
| Cost over 5 years | $3,295 | $3,570 |
| Cost per mile | 5.5¢/mi | 5.9¢/mi |
| Annual energy used | 3,574 kWh | 3,871 kWh |
| EPA efficiency | 29.8 kWh/100 mi | 32.3 kWh/100 mi |
Each side shows the lowest-monthly-cost 2026 configuration of its family at the stated assumptions — other configurations differ. Change mileage, driving mix, or prices in the interactive tool; every assumption stays editable.