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Key Rival: Ford Mustang Mach-E CPM


It might share the name, but that’s about where the link with the iconic range of Mustang muscle cars and the Mach-E ends.


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What you do get with the Mach-E crossover is decent interior space, generous equipment levels, a Tesla-like 15.5in touchscreen infotainment system that’s easy to operate and a tidy and involving drive. Perhaps not as attractive as the rest, which are more car-like. We think it will be popular with fleets, thanks to the fact it’s a Ford and that equipment levels are high: 19in alloy wheels, heated power seats, heated windscreen, heated steering wheel and adaptive cruise control are included as standard.


The Mustang in this spec has the lowest P11D figure at £47,525, plus the


lowest BIK monthly payments at 20% and 40%, at £15 and £31 respectively. However, these figures are a match for the Polestar. All of this and the fact that the Mustang comes out top in terms of range, SMR, residuals, NI


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Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range


P11D: £47,525 CO2 (tax)*: 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £15/£31 Range: 379 miles National Insurance: £328 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Engine size/power: 88kWh/480hp AER: 5p


Key Rival: Polestar 2


 Residual value: 44.29%  Depreciation: £26,653  Fuel costs: £2,464  SMR: £2,925


Polestar 2 Single Motor Long Range Plus


P11D: £47,845 CO2 (tax)*: 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £15/£31 Range: 335 miles National Insurance: £330 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Engine size/power: 78kWh/408hp AER: 5p


The Polestar 2 looks like a Volvo inside and out, but this model has successfully carved a niche as a sportier electric car


that works equally well for fleet. There’s the choice of single (like we have here), or dual-motor


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versions, all wrapped up in neat, simple, and attractive styling for the exterior and interior. All Polestar 2 versions are well equipped, with standard kit including dual-zone climate control, rain sensing wipers, heated front seats, a hands-free power tailgate and keyless entry.


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The Polestar finishes a close second to the winning Mustang, in terms of P11D (£47,845), and matching BIK payments at 20% and 40% (£15/£31). Although it has the highest SMR figure at £2,925 and lowest residual at 44.29%, leading to its last place position in the group. Yet, this Polestar’s figures are still very competitive, being close to the other cars here in many areas.


payments and depreciation, take the Mach-E to the top in this group in terms of cost-per-mile.


 Residual value: 48.7%  Depreciation: £24,378  Fuel costs: £2,651  SMR: £2,337


Key Rival: Tesla Model 3


The Model 3 is probably closest in size and concept to the i4, although we believe the BMW has a better ride and handling balance, is more refined


and although there are plenty of these on UK roads, the BMW perhaps looks more conventional and attractive than the Tesla in our opinion.


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Elsewhere, the Tesla has the most minimalist interior, with everything controlled via the huge 15in central touchscreen. The Model 3’s interior is spacious, plus this Tesla’s large windows and glass roof make it feel airy.


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The Tesla brand has been one of the key brands to start the current electric car revolution and the Model 3 was the best-selling EV last year. However, in this group, it comes a close second place to the Mustang in terms of cost per mile at 51.99p. Maybe because of its popularity, this Tesla has the second lowest depreciator at £26,139, with the second-best residuals of the group at 47.65%.


Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor Long Range


P11D: £49,935 CO2 (tax)*: 0g/km (2%) BIK 20/40% a month: £16/£33 Range: 374 miles National Insurance: £345 First year VED: £0 Subsequent VED: £0 Engine size/power: 75kWh/ 469hp AER: 5p


 Residual value: 47.65%  Depreciation: £26,139  Fuel costs: £2,300  SMR: £2,758


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