Electric SUVs may share batteries and software, but personality still matters. In this Rivals comparison, we line up three of Canada’s most talked-about premium EV crossovers: Ford’s performance-leaning Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai’s design-forward and tech-savvy IONIQ 5, and Polestar’s upscale, Scandinavian-flavoured Polestar 3.
Each targets a slightly different buyer, but overlap enough that many shoppers will realistically cross-shop all three.
2025 Ford Mustang Mach E
The Benchmark: 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium eAWD (As Tested)
Ford’s Mach-E remains the most emotionally driven EV in this trio, leaning heavily into the Mustang nameplate while delivering real-world EV usability.
Your Premium eAWD Extended Range tester is powered by an 88 kWh usable NCM battery, driving all four wheels through a single-speed transmission. Ford Canada rates it for 483 km of driving range, with official efficiency figures of 2.3 Le/100 km combined (2.1 city / 2.4 highway).
With a total MSRP of $73,720 CAD (excluding GST/HST), this particular build sits squarely in premium EV territory, especially once equipped with features like:
2025 Ford Mustang Mach E
- Panoramic fixed-glass roof
- BlueCruise hands-free driving (7-year term)
- Bang &Olufsen premium audio
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- 360-degree camera system
Ford also includes practical touches such as a front trunk, vapor injection heat pump, and 11 kW onboard AC charging, along with DC fast-charging capability up to 150 kW.
Mach-E personality: Sporty, confident, and unmistakably Ford. It still feels like the EV most interested in being fun.
Rival One: Hyundai IONIQ 5 — The Smart Daily Driver
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Preferred LR Ultimate AWD
Where the Mach-E plays the emotion card, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins hearts with clever design and real-world efficiency.
IONIQ 5’s calling card remains its 800-volt electrical architecture, enabling ultra-fast DC charging when conditions are right. That alone makes it one of the most road-trip-friendly EVs in Canada. Interior space is generous, visibility is excellent, and Hyundai’s interface is among the easiest to live with day to day.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Preferred LR Ultimate AWD
Driving dynamics lean toward comfort rather than aggression, but AWD versions still offer strong off-the-line response. Compared with the Mach-E, the IONIQ 5 feels calmer and more neutral; less theatrical, more serene.
IONIQ 5 personality: Modern, practical, and quietly clever. It’s the EV you recommend to friends who want minimal friction.
Rival Two: Polestar 3 — The Premium Statement
2025 Polestar 3
The Polestar 3 enters from a different altitude altogether. Bigger, heavier, and significantly more expensive, it positions itself as a luxury performance SUV rather than a mainstream EV with premium options.
With a large battery pack and dual-motor AWD configurations, Polestar 3 delivers strong straight-line performance and a planted highway feel. Interior materials, ride composure, and overall refinement clearly exceed the other two, but so does the price.
2025 Polestar 3
Where the Mach-E feels youthful and the IONIQ 5 feels clever, the Polestar 3 feels deliberate and architectural, appealing to buyers who value design minimalism and brand ethos as much as specs.
Polestar 3 personality: Confident, minimalist, and unapologetically premium.
Range, Charging & Ownership Reality
- Mach-E Premium eAWD Extended Range:
483 km rated range, 150 kW DC fast charging, strong cold-weather considerations thanks to its heat pump. - IONIQ 5:
Comparable range depending on trim, but faster charging potential gives it an advantage for frequent long-distance drivers. - Polestar 3:
Competitive range figures, but higher curb weight and performance tuning can impact efficiency. Best suited to buyers less concerned with cost-per-kilometre.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Preferred LR Ultimate AWD
Value & Positioning
- Mach-E:
The most emotional buy of the three, especially in this Premium eAWD configuration. You’re paying for character as much as capability. - IONIQ 5:
The value leader in everyday livability. Excellent tech, strong warranty confidence, and broad appeal. - Polestar 3:
The luxury choice. It justifies its price with design, refinement, and brand cachet, but it’s not chasing value.
2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Preferred AWD
Verdict: Which EV SUV Wins for You?
Choose the Ford Mustang Mach-E if you want an EV that still feels like it has a pulse. This as-tested Premium eAWD Extended Range model strikes a compelling balance between performance, range, and premium features, without losing its sense of fun.
Choose the Hyundai IONIQ 5 if your priority is seamless daily use, fast charging, and smart packaging. It’s the easiest EV to recommend.
Choose the Polestar 3 if luxury, design integrity, and brand identity matter more than price. It’s the most grown-up, and the most expensive, option here.
