Welcome to the heavyweight championship of electric family cars. In one corner, the reigning champion and the default choice for thousands: the Tesla Model Y. In the other, three challengers with distinct personalities, all hungry for the crown — the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Ford Mustang Mach-E.
The Kia EV6 brings head-turning style and ultra-fast charging. Its sibling, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, oozes retro-cool comfort. And the Mustang Mach-E adds an iconic badge with serious driver appeal. If you’re hunting a family-sized EV crossover in 2025, this is your shortlist — but which earns pole position?
🏁 The Contenders
- Tesla Model Y: The benchmark — minimalist tech, cavernous space, and the unbeatable Supercharger network.
- Kia EV6: The sporty one — driver-focused GT energy, award-winning design, lightning-fast charging.
- Hyundai Ioniq 5: The comfortable one — retro-futuristic design with lounge-like spaciousness.
- Ford Mustang Mach-E: The fun one — iconic looks and a grin-inducing drive.
Round 1 – Practicality & Space
For a family EV, space is king. The Tesla Model Y dominates: a vast 854-litre boot, deep underfloor storage, and a generous frunk. Rear passengers stretch out like they’re in business class.
The Ioniq 5 comes second, its long wheelbase creating a bright, roomy cabin with clever touches like a sliding centre console. The EV6 and Mach-E trade a little practicality for style — still family-friendly, but less headroom and smaller boots.
Winner: Tesla Model Y
Round 2 – Range & Charging
All four deliver around 260–290 miles of real-world motorway range. But the story changes at the charger.
The EV6 and Ioniq 5 use 800-volt tech for 10–80% in about 18 minutes on an ultra-rapid. Yet the Model Y’s trump card remains the Supercharger Network — reliable, plentiful, and effortlessly simple: plug in and go. The Mach-E trails slightly with slower top-up speeds.
Winner: A tie — Kia/Hyundai for speed, Tesla for seamless experience
Round 3 – Technology & Interior
The Model Y’s single touchscreen feels spaceship-like, but the absence of physical controls divides opinion. The EV6 and Ioniq 5 hit the sweet spot with twin-screen layouts and handy shortcut buttons — user-friendly and elegant. The Mach-E blends both worlds with its portrait screen and integrated volume dial.
Winner: Kia EV6 / Hyundai Ioniq 5
Round 4 – Driving Experience
The Mach-E earns its badge: agile, balanced and genuinely entertaining. The EV6 GT-Line feels nearly as sharp. The Model Y impresses in straight-line thrust but rides firmly on uneven roads, while the Ioniq 5 glides serenely, prioritising comfort.
Winner: Ford Mustang Mach-E
The Final Verdict
No single EV wears the crown for everyone — each shines for different drivers:
- Choose Tesla Model Y if … practicality and stress-free charging matter most. It’s the logic-driven family hero.
- Choose Kia EV6 if … you crave design flair, dynamic drive, and cutting-edge charging tech.
- Choose Hyundai Ioniq 5 if … comfort and calm define your journeys — a true rolling lounge.
- Choose Ford Mustang Mach-E if … you want character and driver engagement alongside family utility.
Whichever you pick, you’ll own a brilliant EV that redefines the family car. With ONEEV Find, Lifestyle Rewards and our EV Grants Guide, making the switch is simple. Prefer brand sites? Check Tesla Superchargers, Kia EV6 UK, and Hyundai Ioniq 5.
