Head-to-head
2025 Ford Mustang vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The Ford Mustang wins clearly, 86.6 to 75.2, on safety, fuel & range, tech & comfort. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is ahead on performance.
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2025 Ford Mustang
The 2025 Ford Mustang is sold in the U.S. as a gas coupe with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Mustang, is EPA-rated at 26 mpg combin…
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The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and hybrid coupe with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the E350, i…
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Verdict · default weights
2025 Ford Mustang
Clear winThe Ford Mustang wins clearly, 86.6 to 75.2, on safety, fuel & range, tech & comfort. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is ahead on performance.
Safety 2025 Ford Mustang leads by 25
Fuel & range 2025 Ford Mustang leads by 21.7
Performance 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class leads by 17.2
| Category · weight | 2025 Ford Mustangoverall 86.6 | 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Classoverall 75.2 | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 78.3 | ||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | ||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 68.8 | 43.8 | ||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | ||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 81.7 | 98.9 | ||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | ||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 98 | ||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | ||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | ||||||||||||
| Overall | 86.6 | 75.2 | ||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 4 of 7 categories compared
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: open park-outside / do-not-drive advisory (−25)
Ford Mustang: base trim EcoBoost 100A RWD · Mercedes-Benz E-Class: base trim AMG E 53 Hybrid AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Ford Mustang wins
- It lists 18 standard driver-assist features against 5.
- It costs $950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,600 against $3,550).
- It is rated 26 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 20 filed with NHTSA).
- It makes 443 hp against 315.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
40 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $88,000 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2,300 cc | 2,999 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 | AMG-enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo with P2 Plug-In Hybrid System |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 315 hp | 443 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.15:1 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic | AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | 55 in | 57.9 in |
| Overall length | 189 in | 195 in |
| Overall width | 75.4 in | 74.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | 117 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.3 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 82.8 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 37.6 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | 34.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 44.5 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | 29 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,588 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,588 lbs | 5,280 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Double-ball-joint MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar and aluminum control arms | — |
| Rear suspension type | Integral-link independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Selectable-Effort Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Front brake type | vented disc, twin-piston 43mm floating aluminum calipers | — |
| Parking brake type | Electric Parking Brake | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | — |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/50 ZR 18 BSW All-Season | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | FordPass Connect | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | 52.2 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
121 features · differences first, then sharedSafety24 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support) | std | — |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Surround View 360-Degree Camera | — | std |
| Driver/Passenger Side-impact Airbags | std | — |
| Dual Front Airbags | std | — |
| Lane-Keeping System (includes Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert, Road Departure Warning) | std | — |
| Rear View Camera – Digital | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags (Fastback only, 1st and 2nd rows) | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) | std | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | std | — |
| Active Blind Spot Assist | — | opt |
| Active Brake Assist | — | std |
| Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC with Active Steering Assist, Automatic Lane Change, Active Lane Change Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Speed Limit Assist with Traffic Sign Assist, Active Brake Assist with Turning and Cross-Traffic Function, Active Emergency Stop Assist and PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side | — | opt |
| AdvanceTrac® with Electronic Stability Control | std | — |
| Driver Assistance Package | — | opt |
| Driver Knee Airbag | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake | std | — |
| Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist+ (Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go, Lane Centering Assist, Connected Navigation) | opt | — |
| PARKTRONIC with Active Parking Assist | — | std |
| Security Package (Active Anti-Theft System, Locking Center Console, Wheel Locking Kit) | opt | — |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | std | — |
| Vented Four-wheel Disc Power Brakes with ABS | std | — |
| Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
| Remote Keyless-Entry System | std | — |
| Blind Spot Assist | std | std |
| LED Headlamps with Adaptive Highbeam Assist | std | std |
Infotainment25 differ · 25 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 911 Assist® | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Remotely start (auto only), lock and unlock vehicle | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Check vehicle status | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Locate parked vehicle | std | — |
| 14.4-inch Central Multimedia Display | — | std |
| Active Noise Cancellation (Convertible Only) | std | — |
| All-new Routines Function within MBUX | — | std |
| AMG Head-Up Display | — | opt |
| AMG Real Performance Sound | — | std |
| Audio Control (Steering Wheel) | std | — |
| Burmester® High-End 4D Surround Sound System with Sound Personalization, Dolby Atmos® and Online Music Streaming | — | opt |
| Electronic Sound Enhancement (Fastback Only) | std | — |
| Inductive Wireless Smartphone Charging | — | std |
| MBUX Augmented Reality for Navigation | — | std |
| MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with New-Generation Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes") | — | std |
| MBUX Interior Assistant | — | opt |
| MBUX Superscreen Package | — | opt |
| MBUX Superscreen with 12.3" Front Passenger Display with Privacy Function | — | opt |
| Paddle Shifters | opt | — |
| Selfie and Video Camera | — | opt |
| SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition, 13.2" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability, SYNC® 4 AppLink®, Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility, Conversational Voice Command Recognition, Digital Owner's Manual, Smart-Charging USB Ports – two (2) | std | — |
| Third Generation MBUX Infotainment and Navigation with Voice Control, including Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation ("Hey Mercedes"), and AMG-Specific Displays and Content | — | std |
| TrackApps™ | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | — | std |
Convenience5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Access with Push-button Start | std | — |
| KEYLESS-GO® Comfort Package | — | std |
| Mobile Flex Charging Cable | — | std |
| Powerpoints – two (2) | std | — |
| Windows, Power – Front One-touch-Up/Down | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Four-Zone Climate Control | — | opt |
Seating9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power Heated Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar Support and Memory | — | std |
| 6-way Manual Driver | std | — |
| Power Heated Front Seats with 4-Way Lumbar Support and Memory | — | std |
| 4-way Manual Passenger | std | — |
| 40/20/40 Split-Folding Rear Seats | — | std |
| AMG Performance Seat Package Advanced | — | opt |
| Front Seats – Cloth Buckets | std | — |
| Multicontour Seating Package | — | opt |
| Rear-Seat – Split-bench, folding (Fastback Only) | std | — |
Interior16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-inch Digital Instrument Cluster | — | std |
| 64-Color Ambient Lighting | — | std |
| Active Ambient Lighting with Sound Visualization | — | opt |
| AMG Illuminated Natural Grain Grey Ash Wood Trim | — | std |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Microfiber/Carbon Fiber Design | — | opt |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather with AMG DRIVE UNIT Buttons and Heated Rim | — | std |
| AMG Performance Steering Wheel in Nappa Leather/Microfiber | — | opt |
| Exclusive Trim | — | opt |
| Flat-Bottom Steering Wheel – Vinyl | std | — |
| Pinnacle Trim | — | opt |
| Manual Flip Framed Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | std | — |
| 12.4" LCD Digital Cluster w/ IOD Message Center | std | — |
| Floor Mats – 1st Row Carpeted, Black | std | — |
| Sunglass Bin (Fastback Only) | std | — |
| Door-Trim | std | — |
Exterior21 differ · 21 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| LED Projector Headlamps with Configurable Daytime Running Lamps | std | — |
| 20-inch AMG Wheels | — | std |
| Additional 20-inch AMG Wheel Designs and 21-inch AMG Forged Wheels | — | opt |
| AMG Exterior Carbon Fiber Package | — | opt |
| AMG Illuminated Radiator Grille | — | std |
| AMG Night Package / AMG Night Package Plus | — | opt |
| AMG Performance Exhaust | — | std |
| DIGITAL LIGHT Headlamps | — | opt |
| DIGITAL LIGHT Headlamps with Projections | — | opt |
| Heat and Noise Insulating Glass | — | opt |
| LED Signature Lighting (Daytime Running Lamps) | std | — |
| LED Taillamps with Sequential Turn Signals | std | — |
| Matte Clear Film (47M) | opt | — |
| Mustang® Nite Pony Package (60G) – Black-painted Aluminum Wheels, Black Badges, Black Mirror Caps, Blade/Wedge Decklid Spoiler Painted Shadow Black, Painted Black Roof, Headlamps w/ Black Bezel | opt | — |
| Over-the-Top Racing Stripe | opt | — |
| Panoramic Sliding Sunroof | — | std |
| Rain-Sensing Wipers | std | — |
| Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit | std | — |
| Wheel & Stripe Package (605) – 19" X 8.5" Machined-face Aluminum with Tarnished Dark-painted pockets Wheels, Hood Stripe, Side Stripe | opt | — |
| Rear-window Defroster | std | — |
| Mini Spare Wheel and Tire | opt | — |
Powertrain14 differ · 14 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| AMG Performance 4MATIC+ Fully Variable All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Active Valve Performance Exhaust | opt | — |
| AMG Dynamic Engine Mounts | — | opt |
| AMG DYNAMIC PLUS Package | — | opt |
| AMG DYNAMIC SELECT with Seven Drive Programs, including "Electric" and "Battery Hold" Hybrid-Specific Programs | — | std |
| AMG Electronic Limited Slip Rear Differential | — | opt |
| AMG SPEEDSHIFT® TCT 9G Transmission | — | std |
| DC Fast Charging (60 kW) and AC Charging (9.6 kW) | — | std |
| Electronic Line-lock (Track Use Only) | std | — |
| Engine – 2.3L EcoBoost® with Stop/Start System | std | — |
| Engine Block Heater (41H) | opt | — |
| P2 Performance Hybrid System with AMG-enhanced 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Engine and 161-hp Permanently Synchronous Electric Motor | — | std |
| RACE Start | — | opt |
| Selectable Drive Modes | std | — |
Chassis4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Active Rear Axle Steering | — | std |
| AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL Suspension with Adaptive Adjustable Damping | — | std |
| AMG High Performance Composite Brake System with Red Brake Calipers and 15.4-inch Front Brake Discs | — | opt |
| Independent Rear Suspension | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFord Mustang
Safety Signal 63 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 6 · 1 critical · 1 filed unfixed
Owner complaints 20 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Visibility/Wiper (6), Exterior Lighting (5), Electrical System (5)
Top recalls
- critical Power Train 25V164000 · 269 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V547000 · 148,663 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V122000 · 47,804 vehicles
- moderate Visibility 26V418000 · 67,994 vehicles
- moderate Exterior Lighting 25V546000 · 105,545 vehicles
- moderate Exterior Lighting 25V519000 · 3,270 vehicles
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Safety Signal 72 C
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 3 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 11 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (6), Forward Collision Avoidance (3), Engine (2)
Do-not-drive advisory — open NHTSA recall with a consumer advisory.
Top recalls
- critical Suspension 24V941000 · 17 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V281000 · 144,049 vehicles
- high Electrical System 25V865000 · 117 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Mercedes-Benz E-ClassAMG E 53 Hybrid AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $88,000 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 10 trims | $88,000 1 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | PHEV, HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Mustang | AMG E53 Hybrid 4matic Plus |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 26 | 23 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,600 | $3,550 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | — |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Ford Mustang or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
The Ford Mustang wins clearly, 86.6 to 75.2, on safety, fuel & range, tech & comfort. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is ahead on performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Ford Mustang scores 86.6 and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 75.2. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Ford Mustang or the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
2025 Ford Mustang: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class: no NHTSA rating yet, grade C, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Ford Mustang and the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class?
Where the 2025 Ford Mustang wins: it lists 18 standard driver-assist features against 5, costs $950 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,600 against $3,550), and is rated 26 combined against 23 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 20 filed with NHTSA) and makes 443 hp against 315.