Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.
| Q4 e-tron | Mustang Mach-E | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Audi | Ford |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Monthly payment | — | — |
| Fuel type | Electricity | Electricity |
| Fuel economy | 34.6 kWh/100 mi | 32.9 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ emissions | — | — |
| Annual maintenance cost | — | — |
Common-issue data is not available yet.
Yes. The 2021 Mustang Mach-E can experience high-voltage battery contactor overheating, which may trigger a Stop Safely Now message, reduced propulsion, failure to restart, or sudden loss of motive power while driving. Ford addressed this under NHTSA recall 21V472 with free dealer software recalibration and, when needed, replacement of battery junction box components. Check the VIN against the recall to confirm completion.
Yes. On 2021 Mustang Mach-E models with the panoramic glass roof, the glass panel may have insufficient adhesion to the body and can loosen or separate. Symptoms include wind noise, visible gaps, rattling, and in the worst case the roof panel can detach while driving, creating a road hazard. Ford issued NHTSA recall 21V704 and the remedy was a free replacement or repair of the roof glass assembly at a dealer.
Audi Q4 e-tron and Ford Mustang Mach-E suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.
Both models use Electricity. Fuel economy is Q4 e-tron — 34.6 kWh/100 mi; Mustang Mach-E — 32.9 kWh/100 mi. Mustang Mach-E uses less energy in everyday driving.
The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.
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