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The Ford Mustang Mach-E is coming as an electric vehicle
All-electric Ford Mustang Mach-E: plenty of power, style and the feeling of freedom for a new generation of drivers
- For the first time in the 55-year history of Ford Mustang success, a battery-electric, locally emission-free variant has been added to the model family of the legendary „pony car“
- The Mustang Mach-E with space for five adults joins the Mustang Fastback Coupé and Convertible Convertible as well as the special editions - planned market launch: end of 2020
- All-electric Mustang Mach-E heralds a new era and is one of 14 electrified vehicles that Ford will bring to the European market by the end of 2020
- The Mustang Mach-E takes the spirit of the sports car legend into the future with muscular shapes, fascinating performance and impressive handling
- Mustang Mach-E GT: With 342 kW (465 PS), 830 Nm of torque and an acceleration of less than five seconds to 100 km/h, this car, which is expected to be launched in early 2021, lives up to its name
- Range of up to 600 kilometers according to the WLTP standard
- Integrated charging solutions for charging at home or at one of over 125,000 charging stations in the FordPass Charging network in 21 European countries
The Ford Mustang has been electrifying fans around the world for 55 years. Now the famous „pony car“ is ready for the electrified future: with the new Ford Mustang Mach-E, the Group is presenting a purely electrically powered crossover-style model variant for the first time today.
It is characterized by the same longing for freedom, progress and outstanding driving performance as the legendary sports car that was launched in 1964. The 4.71 meter long, 1.88 meter wide and 1.60 meter high Ford Mustang Mach-E transforms these ideals to a new level and combines them with more space to meet the increased demands of customers. The market launch in Germany is planned for the end of 2020.
„At the very first auto show in Detroit, Henry Ford once announced that he was working on something that would strike like lightning - back then it was the Model T,“ explains Bill Ford, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Ford Motor Company and great-grandson of the automotive pioneer.
„Today we are introducing a vehicle that will once again strike like lightning: the new, all-electric Mustang Mach-E. It's fast, it's fun and it once again embodies a special sense of freedom for a new generation of Mustang buyers.“
Modern battery technology with simple charging options
Ford offers the Mustang Mach-E with two battery options, with rear or all-wheel drive and in various performance levels:
- The standard battery has 288 lithium-ion cells and a storage capacity of 75 kilowatt hours (kWh) - enough for a WLTP range of up to 450 kilometers.
- The optional extended range battery with 99 kWh and 376 cells enables an even greater range: the rear-wheel drive model can travel up to 600 kilometers with a full battery in accordance with the WLTP cycle1 before it needs to be recharged.
Including all-wheel drive (dual electric motor) and the larger battery, the Mustang Mach-E is expected to deliver 248 kW (338 hp) and a maximum torque of 581 Newton meters (Nm). A special performance variant will also be available - probably from the beginning of 2021: the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT combines 342 kW (465 PS) with around 830 Nm and accelerates to 100 km/h in under five seconds.
The batteries are located in the vehicle floor between the axles to save space. This lowers the center of gravity of the Ford Mustang Mach-E and has a positive effect on the driving dynamics of the electric car. A water and impact-resistant battery box protects them from moisture and external damage.
At the same time, an active liquid cooling and heating system ensures a balanced heat balance even in extreme weather conditions such as sub-zero temperatures of up to 40 degrees Celsius.
Experience shows that four out of five owners of electric vehicles charge their car at home. With the Ford Connected Wallbox, Ford is now offering them a particularly practical solution that reduces the charging process to just 20 percent of the time compared to a conventional 230-volt household socket.
For the Ford Mustang Mach-E with the extended range battery and rear-wheel drive, for example, enough electrical energy flows within an hour for a further 62 kilometers2. A corresponding charging cable is part of the vehicle's standard equipment.
„The new Mustang Mach-E is one of the most fascinating vehicles Ford has ever introduced,“ emphasizes Stuart Rowley, President of Ford Europe. „It is unique, but unmistakably a real Mustang. It comes at just the right time for our customers in Europe“.
Driving performance that gives the term „electrifying“ a new meaning
Ford offers the new Mustang Mach-E with three driving programs that can be individually adjusted. By changing the driving mode, elements such as the ambient lighting, the infotainment system settings and the drive noise (authentically composed sound effects) can be influenced.
The rear-wheel drive Ford Mustang Mach-E already impresses with its impressive temperament and sporty handling. In conjunction with the newly developed all-wheel drive (AWD) - controlled by a permanent dual electric motor - the driving pleasure in the Ford Mustang Mach-E AWD reaches an even higher level, as it controls the torque distribution to the front and rear axles completely independently of each other.
This leads to excellent traction, ensures extremely agile acceleration and further improves the self-steering behavior. A newly developed Brembo brake system is also available. It combines the advantages of conventional brake callipers with the compact dimensions of floating brake callipers.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E GT will also feature the adaptive MagneRide high-performance suspension, which offers an even greater spread between sporty driving and suspension comfort.
„Whether the focus is on the truly impressive performance or the quiet comfort experience that electric vehicles naturally offer: The new Mustang Mach-E transforms the benefits of its zero-emission powertrain into a unique driving experience and combines this with the characteristic feeling of freedom that this range stands for,“ said Ted Cannis, Global Director Electrified Vehicles at Ford Motor Company.
15.5-inch touchscreen and Ford SYNC 4: Seamlessly networked connectivity technologies
New in the segment and for the first time in a Ford vehicle are the 10.2-inch digital instrument panel (26 cm screen diagonal) and the 15.5-inch touchscreen (39 cm screen diagonal), which can be easily operated like a smartphone using swipe and swipe gestures and eliminates the need for complicated menu navigation.
What's more: SYNC 4, the next, fourth generation of the Ford SYNC communication and entertainment system, is making its debut in the new Ford Mustang Mach-E. It has twice the computer speed of the current SYNC 3 system - access to navigation, music and connectivity functions is correspondingly faster.
Its clear and modern user interface is adaptive and can therefore quickly adjust to the driver's specific preferences. Updates can be installed wirelessly via secure data transmission - this way the Ford SYNC 4 system gets better and better over time.
Also worth mentioning: cloud-based connectivity that enables seamless media use when getting in and out of the car. Via Apple CarPlay3, Android Auto3 and Ford AppLink, compatible smartphones and other devices can now be connected wirelessly. Voice recognition understands the driver's commands from the conversation.
„The next generation of the Ford SYNC system actively adapts to you as soon as you use it for the first time, learning your preferences in an instant and making personalized suggestions,“ says Darren Palmer, Ford's global director of battery electric vehicle development.
„If it knows that Monday is ideal for your workout, it will suggest the trip to the gym, or automatically prepare the call home if you always check in with your family on the way home from work.
All in all, this results in a cloud-based assistant with an intuitive, beautifully designed user interface that stays technologically up to date as it receives its updates wirelessly via data transfer.“
A completely new approach to the classic Mustang experience
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is based on a vehicle architecture that Ford has completely redeveloped for all-electric cars. It enables the batteries to be placed in the floor assembly to save space.
In this way, it offers the designers and engineers special freedom to combine the typical appearance of the sports car legend with a large interior in which five people and their luggage feel comfortable.
„Advanced battery technology was key to creating a spacious and practical Mustang Mach-E with a beautiful silhouette that also offers the driving pleasure that our European customers are looking for,“ said Ulrich Kösters, Director of Electrified Vehicles at Ford Europe.
Thanks to characteristic design elements such as the long and powerfully drawn hood and the typical rear section with the three-part tail lights, the family affiliation of the new Ford Mustang Mach-E is clear at first glance.
At the same time, the intelligent room layout ensures that the new model offers an impressive amount of space for rear-seat passengers and a remarkably large luggage compartment.
Probably the biggest surprise for Mustang fans is hidden under the front hood: a 100-liter front trunk that easily fits a small suitcase.
As it has a water drainage valve, like the MegaBox in the new Ford Puma, it is easy to clean and is therefore particularly suitable for dirty sportswear, muddy hiking boots or wet beach gear.
The interior of the new Mustang Mach-E: flowing, light forms, simple operation
An all-electric drive also has a beneficial effect on the space inside the vehicle. Ford's engineers have asked customers intensively how this newly gained space should be used most sensibly.
The result is a vehicle that allows five adults to stay on board comfortably, but also offers enough space for luggage: In addition to the compartment under the hood, there is a further 402 liters of stowage space in the trunk. If the rear seats are folded forward, the load compartment volume even increases to up to 1,420 liters - more than enough for a longer trip, camping accessories or other items that need to be transported from A to B4.
At the same time, the interior presents itself with a successful blend of sleek design and sophisticated functionality. The speakers of the optional B&O3 sound system blend seamlessly into the dashboard and float above the air vents like a soundbar.
The fold-up center armrest also appears to float between the front seats and stores wallets just as securely as smaller bags. The optional panoramic roof also has a special secret: thanks to a special coating on the glass, it keeps out infrared and ultraviolet radiation. This makes for a cooler passenger compartment in summer and a warmer one in the cold winter.
No conventional door handles
Another new and particularly practical feature is the „smartphone as a key“ technology5 that Ford is introducing to its model range for the first time on board the Mustang Mach-E. The car has no conventional door handles. If the vehicle detects via Bluetooth that the driver's authorized mobile device is approaching, it unlocks the doors.
Even to start the vehicle, it is not necessary to pick up the smartphone or a key. If the battery of the electronic device is empty, the Ford Mustang Mach-E can be opened using a secret code via a keypad at the height of the B-pillar. And with a separate PIN code entered on the central touchscreen, the car is also ready to drive.
Access to over 125,000 charging points
Away from home, the Ford Mustang Mach-E's connected navigation system points out current charging options along the route, taking the worry of an empty battery out of the sails. The FordPass Connect onboard modem5 and FordPass app, in partnership with NewMotion, provide access to the FordPass Charging network.
With currently over 125,000 public charging points in 21 European countries, it is one of the largest and fastest growing of its kind. A particularly practical feature is the user-friendly „tank“ billing via a single customer account5.
In addition, the 400 high-power charging stations (HPC) with their almost 2,400 charging points, which the IONITY consortium - of which Ford is a founding member and shareholder - is building along European trunk roads by the end of 2020, are also available.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E can use a charging capacity of up to 150 kW at IONITY and other HPC charging points, significantly reducing charging times. For the driver of a rear-wheel drive Ford Mustang Mach-E with an Extended Range battery, this means: They can fill up with enough energy for up to 93 more kilometers2 within ten minutes. The model with a standard battery (75 kWh) only needs less than 40 minutes to top up the power supply from ten to 80 percent2.
„The new Mustang Mach-E marks the beginning of a new era for Ford. We are delighted to introduce this brand new model to our customers in Europe,“ emphasizes Stuart Rowley. „As an electric car, it stands for much more than just emission-free mobility - it offers a stress-free driving experience and gives its owners an all-round good feeling.“.
Limited special edition „First Edition“
The base price of the new Ford Mustang Mach-E is 46,900 euros (rear-wheel drive, electric motor with 75 kWh standard battery).
For the first customers to make a reservation for the new Mustang Mach-E, the all-electric crossover model with a large 99 kWh battery (extended range) and 248 kW/338 hp dual electric motor (all-wheel drive) is available in a limited special edition called „First Edition“.
Its features include an exclusive exterior paint finish in „Atoll Blue Metallic“, decorative stitching in a contrasting color for the seats, door sill trims with „First Edition“ lettering, 19-inch alloy wheels and a panoramic roof.
Source reference: „obs/Ford-Werke GmbH“ External link to the manufacturer
