Audi RS5 Sportback vs Ford Mustang Mach-E
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Overview
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RS 5 Hatchback | Select |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,900 | $37,795 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 107 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 260 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 7.8 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 444 hp (best) | 264 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 387 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | V6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 21.8 cu ft | 64.4 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,014 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,079 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 111.3 in | 117.5 in (best) |
| Length | 188.3 in (best) | 185.6 in |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | — |
| Height | 55.1 in | 64 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi RS5 SportbackRS 5 Hatchback | Ford Mustang Mach-ESelect |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi RS5 Sportback | Ford Mustang Mach-E |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RS 5 Hatchback $79,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Select $37,795 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Select $40,795 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Premium $40,595 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Premium $43,595 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT $53,395 MSRP |