Within the pink pony membership: A correctly chosen used Mustang Mach-E will go away you feeling quids in
It looks like a brand new electrical SUV is launched each half hour, so you’d be forgiven for forgetting concerning the Ford Mustang Mach-E, which arrived in 2021. It appears as if Ford has too.
When it landed on UK shores, it acquired good critiques however patrons did not, ahem, stampede to showrooms and right this moment there proceed to be extra V8 Mustangs within the classifieds than electrical ones.
It is nonetheless on sale, regardless of occupying a really related a part of the market to Ford’s newer Capri crossover, however the Mustang EV is a extra rational purchase as a used automotive than a brand new one.
Initially, it has a excessive listing worth new – £51,000 for the Prolonged Vary (ER), which is the one you will need – so it can save you a packet in depreciation by shopping for used. A second-hand ER may be had for lower than £17,000 lately.
Second, a used one appears to be like nearly an identical to a brand new one, in and out, as a result of Ford has not performed a lot to replace the Mach-E since its launch, together with its vary.
Speaking of which, the 379 miles Ford claims for the ER fashions may be very spectacular and that is most likely why they account for a lot of the categorized adverts.
Energy is drawn from a 91kWh (usable) battery, which is nice for a real-world 300 miles even at motorway speeds. We recorded a good 3.2mpkWh in our highway check and the claimed charging pace is an appropriate 150kW.
There’s additionally a Normal Vary (SR) mannequin with 273 miles of claimed vary, or 292 miles in automobiles from 2022 onwards, however it’s not an excellent deal cheaper second-hand.
Each variants are available with all-wheel drive however we would not trouble as a result of it knocks as a lot as 50 miles from the vary and the rear-driven single-motor automotive rides sweeter.
Efficiency is powerful throughout the board. SR automobiles use a 261bhp rear-mounted motor for a 7.0sec 0-62mph time, whereas the AWD model shaves a second off that with its further torque and energy.
The ER will get a beefed-up rear motor for 286bhp, whereas the all-wheel-drive model’s 346bhp will get from 0-62mph in simply over 5sec.
There are not any Boss 302s or Shelby GT500s with this ‘Stang, however there are two efficiency editions. The GT is the spicy model with 480bhp, which implies 0-62mph in below 4sec.
Naturally, effectivity is decreased and you will be fortunate to see greater than 250 miles on a cost. The experience turns into bone-numbingly laborious too.
The opposite efficiency mannequin is the Rally, which has the identical powertrain because the GT however will get a 20mm suspension elevate to help gravel journey and bottom consolation, smaller WRC-style wheels and chunky tyres.
With the added wing, it makes the Mach-E appear to be a rally automotive for the highway and it is genuinely succesful and good enjoyable on unfastened surfaces.
If you cannot stretch to a Huracán Sterrato or 911 Dakar, it is a good rough-road various – with a a lot larger boot and a again seat.
Due to a big Tesla-style 16in touchscreen on all Mach-Es, the cabin would not look dated. Being choosy, we wish extra bodily buttons and a few brighter, higher-quality feeling trim choices.
That mentioned, the vibe is usually good. Ford averted placing ‘Ford’ badges in and out in order that neighbours and buddies aren’t blindfolded by their badge snobbery, and it might properly be mistaken for one thing German.
It is trendy, sensible, respectable to drive and nice worth second-hand. No, it is not excellent, however when has a Mustang ever been that?
What to search for
Paintwork: There have been experiences of poor-quality paint. Look out for flaking on the roof and spoiler particularly.
Software program: Some house owners have complained about laggy screens that crash, change the settings and open doorways with out warning, even with the newest updates put in. Simply make sure the automotive you are check driving is responsive.
Steering wheel buttons: They will change into sticky, which may make them ineffective at finest and lead to undesirable setting modifications at worst. It is probably costly to repair as a result of a complete new wheel could should be fitted.
12V battery: The small 12V battery could cause issues for Mach-E house owners. It could possibly fail unexpectedly, blacking out the programs whereas driving or leaving you locked out. Some house owners recommend proactively changing it after three years.
Rattles and leaks: Squeaks and rattles could also be prevalent in a Mach-E. Additionally test for indicators of a leaking sunroof.
Tyres: This can be a huge, heavy EV with loads of efficiency on faucet (particularly in GT spec) so it is not stunning that some house owners have reported extreme tyre put on. Verify the tread depth on all 4 corners, and funds as much as £800 for the very best rubber – or use it as a bargaining chip when negotiating a purchase order.
Additionally price realizing
Past the battery and drivetrain choices, there are not any trim ranges for the Mach-E. However there are a few choices to concentrate on.
One is BlueCruise, which is the one hands-free driving tech permitted within the UK and may be activated on most motorways. Nonetheless, you continue to have to concentrate, so its benefit over normal adaptive cruise management is not that nice. You possibly can all the time take out a month-to-month subscription for those who’re determined to strive it, although.
The Tech Pack brings a hands-free tailgate, Bang & Olufsen sound system, panoramic roof and powered seats.
A warmth pump grew to become normal for the 2025 mannequin 12 months and improves vary in the course of the winter. Nonetheless, it has made the froot significantly smaller – beforehand a giant practicality trump card for the Mach-E.
An proprietor’s view
Dakota Ward: “Coming from the attitude of an SR proprietor (240-mile real-world vary), the choice to go for an ER for my spouse has been a game-changer. That 60-70 further miles ensures three hours earlier than a cease. It is my spouse’s first EV and he or she is in love. My largest frustrations are that the motive force’s seat would not tilt, the air-con controls aren’t entrance and centre on the display and there’s no mechanical button for the rear hatch.”
How a lot to spend
£16,000-£19,999: A mixture of 2021 and 2022 automobiles with 50,000-80,000 miles, together with some big-battery fashions.
£20,000-£26,999: A big collection of low-mileage big- and small-battery automobiles, some even on 24-plates.
£27,000-£40,000: Early, 50,000-mile-plus GTs come into play right here, in addition to practically new and delivery-mileage Prolonged Vary variations.
£40,000 and above: Though a brand new Mach-E formally begins at £42,000, you may get a pre-registered GT for that worth. Just a few thousand extra buys a Rally.
