Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Kia Sorento
What's the difference?

Ford Mustang Mach-E

$64,990 - $97,990

2026 price

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Kia Sorento

$33,990 - $82,990

2025 price

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Jeep Grand Cherokee L

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Summary

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

2025 Kia Sorento

By Byron Mathioudakis

By Emily Agar

Safety Rating

Electric motor type

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Turbo 4, 1.6L

Vehicle type

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Unleaded Petrol/Electric

Fuel Efficiency

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1.6L/100km (combined)

Energy consumption

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16.1 kWh/100km

Electric range

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68 km

Battery capacity

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14.40 kWh

Seating

Likes

Sporty, involving drive
Improved comfort and functionality
Better efficiency

Superb comfort and features
Family focused practicality
Easy-going driving experience

Dislikes

The ride could be even softer
Poor vision
No spare wheel

Price vs value equation doesn't add up
Limited electric driving range
No curtain airbags in the third row

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Summary

Australian EV buyers seem to be missing the point of the Mustang Mach-E.

Yes, Ford’s exorbitant early pricing did not help – which the mid-sized EV has yet to recover from. And the V8-muscle-car image – and baggage – that the Mustang prefix brings no doubt confuses and even repels some people. Especially eco-conscious ones.

But it’s not that complicated. The Mach-E is merely meant to be a sporty, stylish and attainable family car, albeit with electric power.

Five years on from its US launch, does the 2026 Series II facelift keep up with newer and fresher electric SUV alternatives? And is it worth the premium that the Mustang badge commands?

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2025 Kia Sorento Summary

The plug-in hybrid market is slowly but surely gaining traction in Australia, and Kia has thrown its hat into the ring with the flagship Sorento GT-Line PHEV AWD.

This top-spec seven-seat large SUV pairs family friendly practicality with the promise of lower emissions and petrol savings, at least, in theory.

So, is it the right blend of convenience, space and efficiency for busy families looking to dip a toe into electrification? That’s exactly what my family and I have been finding out.

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Deep dive comparison

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E 2025 Kia Sorento

Verdict

EV buyers who don’t or won’t see the point of the Mustang Mach-E are missing out.

This is a sporty and fun-to-drive electric SUV in the same way that the Ranger is the sporty and fun-to-drive ute. In other words, a lot of what makes Fords brilliant is alive and well here, without compromising functionality. The opposite of so many Chinese electric SUVs that shine brightest on the showroom floor, then.

Yes, a base Select that is around $10K cheaper to start with might help punters see the light even more clearly (and that's our choice), and it is starting to look dated inside and out, but overall, the Mach-E is an enjoyable, fulfilling and practical family proposition.

Verdict

The Kia Sorento GT-Line PHEV is a sumptuously equipped seven-seater that delivers comfort, tech and an easy-going drive. It presents well on the surface, and for the right buyer (one who can make the most of its plug-in capabilities ) it could be a smart, low-emissions option for family life.

But for all its polish, it doesn’t quite do enough to justify itself as the best Sorento in the range. The electric-only driving range isn’t especially generous, and the higher price tag , combined with its lower towing capacity, may leave some families wondering whether the diesel variant is the more practical choice.

It’s not a bad car by any means, but the flagship GT-Line PHEV feels more like a stepping stone than a standout.

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Kia Sorento What's the difference?

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Verdict

Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Kia Sorento
What's the difference?