If exclusivity is a priority for you with cars, then the original Ford Mustang Mach-E was a great way to stand out from the EV crowd (one very much dominated by Tesla).
It didn’t sell in big numbers but had some muscle car coolness courtesy of styling elements inspired by the (real) Mustang.
But Ford is hoping a reboot of the mid-sized all-electric SUV will make it more of a competitor to the Tesla Model Y that dominates the segment, while also providing an alternative to the likes of the Zeekr 7X, XPeng G6, Kia EV5 and Hyundai Ioniq 5.
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Mild styling tweaks, some extra equipment and better performance in two of the three model year 2025 (MY25) Mustang Mach-E models headline the changes for the five-door five-seater.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E price and equipment
Many EV prices have been trending down but for the Ford Mustang Mach-E they’ve inched up for the MY25 model that has just arrived.
It certainly goes against the electrified flow in a fast-paced market, but the Mustang Mach-E is not being pitched as a game changer.
Ford all but acknowledges that it’s unlikely to challenge the heavy hitters of the class for outright sales, instead saying the car is more exciting to look at and drive and that will naturally appeal to those who are more discerning about the car they drive.
As before, there are three models in the Mustang Mach-E family: Select, Premium and GT.
The Select is priced from $65,990, the Premium $80,490 and the GT $98,490, all before on-road costs.
All come with a panoramic sunroof, heated and power adjustable front seats, heated steering wheel, 360-degree camera, parking sensors front and rear, dual-zone ventilation and synthetic leather trim.
The Select and Premium share much of the same trim, which includes some textured grey cloth and classy looking carbon fibre-like material spread across the dash.
The Premium picks up some extras, such as red stitching, adjustable ambient lighting and red brake calipers.
The Select gets a 73kWh LFP battery good for 470km of claimed range.
The Premium gets an 88kWh NMC battery, stepping the claimed WLTP range up to 600km.
Both have a single electric motor driving the rear wheels and making 212kW/525Nm.
That motor has been upgraded to a Ford-designed unit (previously sourced from an external supplier).
Step up to the GT and you get 20-inch alloy wheels (up from 19s on the other two), adaptive dampers and sports front seats.
There’s also a unique lower front bumper and new honeycomb-like grille to separate it from the other variants.
And the GT gets a second electric motor that more than doubles power to 434kW. It’s backed by a hefty 955Nm of torque.
The GT’s NMC battery has 91kWh of capacity for 515km of range.
There’s one thing missing from all: a charging cable.
Ford has followed Tesla in deleting the feature for local cars.
That’s no biggie given most buyers will likely fit a wallbox charger at home anyway.
And while it’s a true blue Ford we couldn’t spot a single Blue Oval badge, with the branding left to the Mustang’s galloping horse.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: What we think
Getting inside the MY25 Mustang Mach-E once again requires a push of a small button on the door, at which point the door props open awaiting some manual assistance.
It’s gimmicky, but no more so than the retractable handles on some rivals, most notably Tesla.
Either way, it’s an indication that the Mach-E is about tech and some wow factor rather than simply following norms.
The slimline instrument cluster may seem a tad mean, but it’s countered by an enormous central screen arranged in a portrait configuration.
Having a large volume dial integrated into it is a handy addition. Tap the fan or temperature adjustment and that giant dial pivots to control them.
And having the 15.5-inch screen arranged in a portrait configuration allows for smartphone mirroring (via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto) to coexist alongside some of the car’s features, rather than toggling from one to the other.
Relocating the gear selector to the right-hand stalk on the steering wheel may not live up to the sports car positioning, but it opens up the low-slung centre console, which is a great place to store a couple of phones and bottles.
There’s also a deep console beneath the central arm rest, adding to that storage.
And the upright phone holder as part of the compartmentalised section is indicative of the thought that’s gone into practicality.
Materials are respectable in a generic Ford way, the carbon-inspired dash trim on the Select and Premium is a classy addition. Red stitching on Premium adds visual spice, while the GT badge on the centre console is a nice touch for the range topper.
The back seat has good leg and headroom, although the centre seat’s raised base makes it a less enticing option for longer trips.
The 402-litre boot still gets a 60-40 split-folding back seat to accommodate larger items.
But the frunk – or front trunk – under the bonnet has shrunk substantially, from 134 litres to 49 litres, due to the standard fitment of a heat pump, which more efficiently heats and cools the cabin.
And the release for the bonnet is on the passenger’s side, which is less convenient.
Realistically, then, it’s best left to a charging cable or something else unlikely to be accessed regularly.
On the road, the Mach-E quickly establishes itself as a polished and grown-up performer.
There’s an effortless smoothness to the way it gets moving, that characteristic EV surge arriving without any theatrics. The GT even scrabbles for traction as it fires away from a standstill
While the temptation may be to delve into the savings to get the GT, we reckon most will be more than happy with the performance on offer from the single-motor Select and Premium.
It’s brisk when you ask for it and while some electric SUVs can punch you in the chest, the Mach-E is a car you settle into, right down to its occasionally playful rear-drive dynamics.
Ford has re-engineered suspension components and retuned the set-up for the two entry level cars, the Select and Premium.
The emphasis has been on improving everyday comfort, with added compliance and suppleness.
It’s no magic carpet ride, but the terrific body control and more than acceptable comfort makes it an easy car to live with.
The steering is accurate and nicely weighted.
And while you’re always conscious there’s plenty of mass involved, Ford has done an admirable job of making the weight feel like an attribute rather than a liability. It’s planted, predictable and reassuring.
Hit a bump mid-corner and the car shrugs it off.
There’s an exception to this newfound Mustang Mach-E maturity: the GT.
It’s sharper and points more assertively, but it comes at the expense of keeping people comfortable.
Despite adjustable dampers, there’s occasionally tenseness to the way it deals with bumps and lumps. In Untame Plus mode – exclusive to the GT – that’s incrementally more noticeable, although in any mode it doesn’t have the cruisiness of the other two.
2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: Verdict
Price will be the biggest challenge for the MY25 Ford Mustang Mach-E.
It looks the part, comes generously equipped and is among the best driving EVs in its class.
But it’s around $10,000 more expensive than the cars that are selling in decent numbers.
Still, Ford isn’t suggesting it’s chasing sales supremacy.
So for those who want something different that stands out in the EV crowd, you could do a lot worse than the Mustang Mach-E.
Score: 3.5/5
Ford Mustang Mach-E Select price and specifications
Price: $65,990 (plus on-road costs)
Basics: EV, 5 seats, 5 doors, SUV, RWD
Range: 470km
Battery capacity: 73kWh
Battery warranty: 8 years/160,000km
Energy consumption: 17.8kWh/100km
Motors: 1 rear 212kW/525Nm
AC charging: 11kW, Type 2 plug
DC charging: 150kW, CCS combo plug
0-100km/h: NA