Ford Mustang Mach-E

414bhp · 01-12-2023, 01:29 PM

Hi all!

I got to drive my in-laws’ new Mustang Mach-E over Christmas. I came away pretty impressed, especially with the dynamic tuning and driving fun the Mach-E allows. No, it's no M3, but it's much more fun than the segment otherwise demands. (As always, I wrote a ton of words on the Mach-E, but I’ll spare you here.)

The drive got me thinking though. Because Ford marketing boldly (stupidly?) put the Mustang name on this all-electric crossover, the engineering and design teams really had to go above and beyond to make good on the name. And I think they did! The Mach-E does not look or drive like a normal EV or compact SUV. Its body has lots of muscular creases and curves, and the drivetrain and ESP tuning give it a rear-driven tail-wagging flavor than is expected from of a family mobility appliance. (And this was even true of the low-powered AWD version I drove.)

Have any of you driven the Mach-E? Did you like it, too?

It seems like it would be a nice pairing with the M3, as it is more reliable and more practical but still has a sense of humor. It would be a strong contender for me if I was replacing my family’s current work horse (a Tesla Model 3).

Best!
Mike

Oh, and I found the perfect charging location, too!

414bhp · 01-14-2023, 01:21 PM

I guess none of you have driven the Mach-E? I'm honestly interested in your takes on the SUV EV.

Ervin87 · 01-14-2023, 01:27 PM

It’s good, but way too expensive, which is a huge drawback.

Richbot · 01-15-2023, 05:43 PM

Electric drive is amazing for enthusiasts. Mach E isn't an especially good-driving EV IMO. Making a car feel rear-drive when it's rear-weight-biased is pretty simple tuning wise, especially on low-grip tires. Model Y is a better drive, and that's not a high bar, I'm not a fan of the Y. The GV60 and EV6 are both a ton better to drive than Y and Mach E.

I think they swung and missed

414bhp · 01-18-2023, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Richbot

Electric drive is amazing for enthusiasts. Mach E isn't an especially good-driving EV IMO. Making a car feel rear-drive when it's rear-weight-biased is pretty simple tuning wise, especially on low-grip tires. Model Y is a better drive, and that's not a high bar, I'm not a fan of the Y. The GV60 and EV6 are both a ton better to drive than Y and Mach E.

I think they swung and missed

In my mind the Model Y drives more like a car, with quick steering and quick reflexes, but the non-Performance models don't allow any shenanigans. That is what I loved about the Mach-E; it was playful even in base trims.

Richbot · 01-23-2023, 02:07 PM

Yeah that's an area where Tesla has let us all down for sure. free the track modes!

01-12-2023, 01:29 PM	#1
414bhp First Lieutenant 140 Rep 300 Posts Drives: E90 M3, CTS-V, AMG GT S, Tesla Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SF iTrader: (0)	Ford Mustang Mach-E - A surprisingly good drive! Hi all! I got to drive my in-laws’ new Mustang Mach-E over Christmas. I came away pretty impressed, especially with the dynamic tuning and driving fun the Mach-E allows. No, it's no M3, but it's much more fun than the segment otherwise demands. (As always, I wrote a ton of words on the Mach-E, but I’ll spare you here.) The drive got me thinking though. Because Ford marketing boldly (stupidly?) put the Mustang name on this all-electric crossover, the engineering and design teams really had to go above and beyond to make good on the name. And I think they did! The Mach-E does not look or drive like a normal EV or compact SUV. Its body has lots of muscular creases and curves, and the drivetrain and ESP tuning give it a rear-driven tail-wagging flavor than is expected from of a family mobility appliance. (And this was even true of the low-powered AWD version I drove.) Have any of you driven the Mach-E? Did you like it, too? It seems like it would be a nice pairing with the M3, as it is more reliable and more practical but still has a sense of humor. It would be a strong contender for me if I was replacing my family’s current work horse (a Tesla Model 3). Best! Mike Oh, and I found the perfect charging location, too! __________________ Instagram: mikessteeringcolumn Blog: mikessteeringcolumn.wordpress.com
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414bhp First Lieutenant 140 Rep 300 Posts Drives: E90 M3, CTS-V, AMG GT S, Tesla Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: SF iTrader: (0)	I guess none of you have driven the Mach-E? I'm honestly interested in your takes on the SUV EV. __________________ Instagram: mikessteeringcolumn Blog: mikessteeringcolumn.wordpress.com
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Ervin87 Captain 558 Rep 615 Posts Drives: E92 M3 \| B5 S4 \| E30 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Santa Clara, CA iTrader: (5)	It’s good, but way too expensive, which is a huge drawback.
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Richbot Major General 2760 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: Jerez Black E90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: STL iTrader: (5)	Electric drive is amazing for enthusiasts. Mach E isn't an especially good-driving EV IMO. Making a car feel rear-drive when it's rear-weight-biased is pretty simple tuning wise, especially on low-grip tires. Model Y is a better drive, and that's not a high bar, I'm not a fan of the Y. The GV60 and EV6 are both a ton better to drive than Y and Mach E. I think they swung and missed __________________
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Richbot Major General 2760 Rep 5,483 Posts Drives: Jerez Black E90 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: STL iTrader: (5)	Yeah that's an area where Tesla has let us all down for sure. free the track modes! __________________
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