How does it compare?
Range
The Ji Yue 01 boasts a remarkable range of 660 km (410 miles), a figure that puts it significantly ahead of its class. The Tesla Model Y Long Range comes in at around 525 km (326 miles), which, while impressive, falls short of the Ji Yue’s capabilities. The Ford Mustang Mach-E offers a respectable range of 375 km (233 miles), and the Volkswagen ID.4 manages about 402 km (250 miles). Clearly, in terms of stretching those kilowatts, the Ji Yue holds the aces.
Acceleration
An electric vehicles ability to slap you back into the seat is, of course, essential. The Ji Yue 01 sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in a brisk 3.8 seconds. The Tesla Model Y Long Range, with its 4.8 seconds, lags by a full second—a significant gap in drag racing terms. The Ford Mustang Mach-E clocks in at 5.1 seconds and the Volkswagen ID.4 takes a more leisurely pace at 6.0 seconds. So, if its sheer electric thrust youre after, the Ji Yue 01 is the sprightly sprinter of the bunch.
Power
Under the hood—or rather, floorboards—the Ji Yue 01 delivers a meaty 543 horsepower. The Tesla Model Y Long Range isnt exactly a slouch either, offering about 384 horsepower. The Ford Mustang Mach-E dishes out 346 horsepower, while the Volkswagen ID.4 makes do with 201 horsepower. It doesn’t take an automotive whiz to see the high ground here: the Ji Yue’s power figures are nothing less than thunderous.
Charging Time
Charging speed is the Achilles heel for many an electric marvel, but not so much for these four contenders. The Ji Yue 01, fitted with a 100 kWh battery, can recharge to 80% in about 40 minutes via a rapid charger. The Tesla Model Y Long Range manages to top up to 80% in roughly 38 minutes. Meanwhile, the Ford Mustang Mach-E takes around 45 minutes and the Volkswagen ID.4 requires about 38 minutes, all using comparable fast chargers. Essentially, they’re in a tight race here.
Price
Finally, let’s talk ducats, pounds, and euros. The Ji Yue 01 is priced at approximately USD 34,100, GBP 27,000, and EUR 31,500, delivering tremendous value for its potent blend of range and power. In contrast, the Tesla Model Y Long Range comes in at around USD 54,990, GBP 49,990, and EUR 58,000. The Ford Mustang Mach-E asks for about USD 43,895, GBP 42,530, and EUR 48,800, whereas the Volkswagen ID.4 is priced at around USD 39,995, GBP 34,650, and EUR 39,000. In terms of being light on the wallet, the Ji Yue 01 is the standout value proposition.

