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2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E vs 2023 Toyota Prius

Side view of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Side view of the 2023 Toyota Prius

Ford Mustang Mach‑E

2021

Toyota Prius

2023

Select unit of measurement:

Which is bigger, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E or 2023 Toyota Prius?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

While not a massive leap, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is 11.4 cm longer than the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E gains you 9.9 cm in width, likely providing extra elbow room inside compared to the 2023 Toyota Prius, but you'll need more caution when navigating tight city streets. Standing over 20.5 cm higher, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E offers a more elevated seating position and a more commanding view of the road compared to the lower 2023 Toyota Prius. There is a negligible difference in ground clearance, with the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E sitting just 0.8 cm higher off the ground than the 2023 Toyota Prius. The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E offers 23.4 cm more between the tires thanks to its wheelbase advantage, which is usually a sign of a more spacious cabin.

Measurements

Length

471.3 cm (+11.4)

459.9 cm

Height

162.5 cm (+20.5)

142 cm

Width (excluding mirrors)

188.1 cm (+9.9)

178.2 cm

Width (including mirrors)

209.7 cm (+0.8)

N/A

Ground clearance

14.5 cm (+23.4)

13.7 cm

Wheelbase

298.4 cm (+0.7)

275 cm

How each car compares with its class average

Length

471.3 cm

18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover

459.9 cm

44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback

Height

162.5 cm

0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover

142 cm

5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback

Width (excluding mirrors)

188.1 cm

3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover

178.2 cm

1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback

Width (including mirrors)

209.7 cm

3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover

N/A

Ground clearance

14.5 cm

3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover

13.7 cm

0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback

Wheelbase

298.4 cm

26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover

275 cm

15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback

Front view

Front view of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Front view of the 2023 Toyota Prius

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E is the clear choice for those needing more packing room, boasting a 118 L (VDA) lead in standard cargo space with all seats upright. With its seats down, the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E has 1,420 L of space for your belongings, which is way above average for its segment.

Measurements

Standard cargo capacity (VDA)

The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

402 L (+118)

284 L

Largest cargo capacity (VDA)

The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,420 L

N/A

Standard cargo capacity (SAE)

The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

822 L (+148)

674 L

Largest cargo capacity (SAE)

The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,689 L

N/A

Frunk capacity

81 L

N/A

Cargo space vs length

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

160.9 L per m

N/A

Cargo space vs footprint

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.

85.5 L per m²

N/A

How each car compares with its class average

Standard cargo capacity (VDA)

The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

402 L

43 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

284 L

59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback

Largest cargo capacity (VDA)

The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,420 L

88 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

N/A

Standard cargo capacity (SAE)

The standard cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

822 L

83 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover

674 L

149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback

Largest cargo capacity (SAE)

The largest cargo capacity using SAE, the method commonly used in the US.

If only one SAE figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

1,689 L

182 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover

N/A

DriveSize space efficiency score

DriveSize space efficiency compares blended cargo volume per square meter of footprint with the class average.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure within the selected cargo measurement method.

VDA scores compare with VDA class averages, and SAE scores compare with SAE class averages. Around 100% means in line with class average.

87%

VDA: below class average (-13%)

Rear view

Rear view of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Rear view of the 2023 Toyota Prius

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

Door count is consistent across the two models, with both the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2023 Toyota Prius featuring 5 doors. Both 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E and 2023 Toyota Prius are designed to accommodate up to 5 people. The 2023 Toyota Prius is noticeably more agile in tight spots, boasting a turning circle 1.1 m tighter than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E. At 424 kg lighter, the 2023 Toyota Prius is likely the more fun and engaging car to drive out of the two.

Measurements

Doors

5

5

Max. seats

5

5

Turning circle

11.6 m (+1.1)

10.5 m

Curb weight

1,969 kg (+424)

1,545 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.6 m

0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover

10.5 m

0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback

Curb weight

1,969 kg

337 kg heavier than the average Crossover

1,545 kg

292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback

DriveSize manoeuvrability score

DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.

Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover

96%

4% less manoeuvrable than the average Hatchback

Parking

Will the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E or 2023 Toyota Prius fit in a standard parking space?

2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 43 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 39 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

43 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

39 cm

2023 Toyota Prius parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

OK

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 48 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 45 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

48 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

45 cm

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