Ford Mustang Mach E vs Kia Soul
The Ford Mustang Mach E is more fuel-efficient at 100 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Kia Soul. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Mustang Mach E | Kia Soul | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 680 | 320 |
| Most reported problem | Forward collision avoidance | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 23 and 1 | 24 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 23,000 miles | 47,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 100 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City and highway | 105 and 93 | 29 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $750 | $2,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 680 complaints for the Ford Mustang Mach E and 320 for the Kia Soul. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 13 for the Ford Mustang Mach E, 2 for the Kia Soul.