2023 Toyota Prius vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E
Which is bigger, the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E?
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
459.9 cm
471.3 cm (+11.4)
Height
142 cm
162.5 cm (+20.5)
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
188.1 cm (+9.9)
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
209.7 cm (+0.8)
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
14.5 cm (+23.4)
Wheelbase
275 cm
298.4 cm (+0.7)
How each car compares with its class average
Length
459.9 cm
44.7 cm longer than the average Hatchback
471.3 cm
18.7 cm longer than the average Crossover
Height
142 cm
5.9 cm shorter than the average Hatchback
162.5 cm
0.3 cm shorter than the average Crossover
Width (excluding mirrors)
178.2 cm
1.7 cm wider than the average Hatchback
188.1 cm
3.2 cm wider than the average Crossover
Width (including mirrors)
N/A
209.7 cm
3.3 cm wider than the average Crossover
Ground clearance
13.7 cm
0.2 cm less ground clearance than the average Hatchback
14.5 cm
3.6 cm less ground clearance than the average Crossover
Wheelbase
275 cm
15.9 cm longer wheelbase than the average Hatchback
298.4 cm
26 cm longer wheelbase than the average Crossover
Front view
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.
284 L
402 L (+118)
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.
N/A
1,420 L
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.
674 L
822 L (+148)
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.
N/A
1,689 L
Frunk capacity
N/A
81 L
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.
N/A
160.9 L per m
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.
N/A
85.5 L per m²
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.
284 L
59 L less cargo volume than the average Hatchback
402 L
43 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,420 L
88 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
674 L
149 L more cargo volume than the average Hatchback
822 L
83 L more cargo volume than the average Crossover
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.
N/A
1,689 L
182 L less cargo volume than the average Crossover
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
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
10.5 m
11.6 m (+1.1)
Curb weight
1,545 kg
1,969 kg (+424)
How each car compares with its class average
Turning circle
10.5 m
0.1 m larger turning circle than the average Hatchback
11.6 m
0.4 m larger turning circle than the average Crossover
Curb weight
1,545 kg
292 kg heavier than the average Hatchback
1,969 kg
337 kg heavier than the average Crossover
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 Hatchback
96%
4% less manoeuvrable than the average Crossover
Parking
Will the 2023 Toyota Prius or 2021 Ford Mustang Mach‑E fit in a standard parking space?
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.
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
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.
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
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