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2026 Tesla Model Y vs 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

Both are commonly cross-shopped against each other. Here’s how their real 5-year ownership costs actually compare, using real market pricing data rather than sticker price alone.

Pricing data refreshed monthly · last updated September 2026

2026 Tesla Model Y

$38,8575-year total · $648/mo

Price: $48,990 · 29 kWh/100 mi
Depreciation: $21,234 · Electricity: $2,784
Insurance: $9,500 · Maintenance: $2,300

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2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

$47,7005-year total · $795/mo

Price: $53,325 · 33 kWh/100 mi
Depreciation: $29,432 · Electricity: $3,168
Insurance: $9,500 · Maintenance: $2,300

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2026 Tesla Model Y costs $8,842 less to own over 5 years in this comparison — a difference of $147/month.

Most of the gap comes from depreciation ($8,198 higher for the Ford Mustang Mach-E) and fuel/energy ($384 higher for the Ford Mustang Mach-E).

After 5 years, the Tesla Model Y keeps about 57% of its value and the Ford Mustang Mach-E about 45%.

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