{"id":510,"date":"2025-07-13T14:58:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T14:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hobrikvazone.com\/?p=510"},"modified":"2025-07-23T14:08:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T14:08:10","slug":"fords-electric-pony-car-gets-better-with-age-quick-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hobrikvazone.com\/index.php\/2025\/07\/13\/fords-electric-pony-car-gets-better-with-age-quick-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"Ford\u2019s Electric Pony Car Gets Better With Age: Quick Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"
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PROS ›› <\/span> Range and performance, comfortable ride, well-equipped <\/span>CONS ›› <\/span> Interior feels dated, no longer eligible for EV tax credit <\/span> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n

When mainstream automakers finally embraced electric vehicles<\/a>, many of their early efforts felt half baked. The issues varied by make and model, but a number of them had lackluster ranges, high prices, and an assortment of quirks.<\/p>\n

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Ford managed to avoid these pitfalls with the Mustang Mach-E<\/a>, which launched in 2021 and was quickly named North American Utility Vehicle of the Year. We were also impressed with it as I originally called it a “good EV and a great crossover.” I went on to praise the styling, comfortable ride, impressive performance, and long range.<\/p>\n

What’s New For 2025?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Fast forward four years, and the Mustang Mach-E is approaching middle age. However, the car doesn’t feel overly dated thanks to a series of updates over the years. The latest were announced last fall and saw the electric pony car equipped with BlueCruise 1.5<\/a> and a newly standard heat pump. The latter helps to optimize energy consumption in cold climates for more range.<\/p>\n

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Those are welcome developments and that’s just scratching the surface as the rotary shifter has been replaced by a new column-mounted stalk. It’s a nice change, although there are odd cubbies where the shifter used to reside.<\/p>\n

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Other updates are less notable, but the Premium trim gains ventilated front seats due to customer feedback. The model also sports an updated color palette, revised wheels, and a new Sport Appearance Package.<\/p>\n

The latter is available on the Premium trim and it sees the crossover outfitted with the front fascia and grille from the Mustang Mach-E GT. Buyers will also find black accents, red Brembo front brake calipers, and 19-inch gloss black wheels. Rounding out the highlights are sport pedals and red contrast stitching.<\/p>\n

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These build on earlier improvements, which saw the model benefit from faster DC recharging times and a new lithium iron phosphate battery pack. The Mach-E also got a new Rally trim and a performance upgrade for the GT.<\/p>\n

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Given all the improvements over the years, it’s surprising the 2025 model is cheaper than its predecessor. Back in 2021, pricing began at $42,895. Today, it starts at $37,995 before a $1,995 destination fee. That’s pretty remarkable, but there’s a big caveat as the Mach-E is no longer eligible for federal tax credits.<\/p>\n

Still Great, But Its Age Is Starting To Show<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Despite the passage of time, the Mach-E<\/a> still feels competitive. It still looks great, offers impressive performance, and has plenty of space for four adults. The model also offers a comfortable ride, excellent steering, and a hushed demeanor.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, the interior is starting to feel dated and the quality still leaves something to be desired. That being said, even the entry-level model comes equipped with a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a 15.5-inch infotainment system with wireless Android Auto<\/a> and Apple CarPlay. They’re joined by a wireless smartphone charger, an eight-way power driver’s seat, and a six-speaker audio system. Rounding out the highlights are leather-like ActiveX upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and a universal garage door opener.<\/p>\n

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Higher-end variants up the ante with heated and ventilated front seats as well as a heated steering wheel. Customers can also get a 10-speaker B&O premium audio system as well as multi-color ambient lighting.<\/p>\n

The new model comes standard with the Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 suite of driver assistance systems. It includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Lane Centering. There are also Automatic High Beam headlights, a Lane-Keeping System, and a Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert. Other highlights include a 360° camera system, Evasive Steering Assist, Front\/Rear Parking Sensors, and Intersection Assist.<\/p>\n

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The 2025 Mustang Mach-E<\/a> is available with three different battery packs that have capacities of 73, 88, and 91 kWh. They allow for ranges of between 240 and 320 miles (386 and 515 km).<\/p>\n

Customers will also find an assortment of rear- and all-wheel drive systems. Rear-wheel drive models have outputs of 264 hp (197 kW \/ 268 PS) and 272 hp (203 kW \/ 276 PS), while dual-motor, all-wheel drive variants develop 325 hp (242 kW \/ 330 PS), 370 hp (276 kW \/ 375 PS) or 480 hp (358 kW \/ 487 PS). The various outputs allow for 0-60 mph (0-96 km\/h) times of between 3.3 and 5.6 seconds.<\/p>\n

Those numbers are still pretty competitive today as the 2026 Toyota bZ<\/a> will be offered with 57.7 and 74.7 kWh battery packs that provide up to 314 miles (505 km) of range. The model also has upgraded outputs of 221 hp (165 kW \/ 224 PS) and 338 hp (252 kW \/ 343 PS), which will allow for 0-60 mph (0-100 km\/h) times of as little as 4.9 seconds.<\/p>\n

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A bigger threat is the Chevrolet Equinox EV<\/a>, which starts at $33,600 and is eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit. That makes it hugely appealing, even if its outputs of 220 hp (164 kW \/ 223 PS) and 300 hp (224 kW \/ 304 PS) aren’t anything to write home about. It’s also hard to knock the ranges of 285 and 319 miles (459 and 513 km).<\/p>\n

Speaking of the bowtie brand, they also offer the larger Blazer EV<\/a> for $44,600. While it’s more expensive, the model is eligible for a $7,500 tax credit and that knocks it down into Mach-E territory. It offers front-, rear-, and all-wheel drive as well as outputs ranging from 220 hp (164 kW \/ 223 PS) to 615 hp (459 kW \/ 624 PS). Customers can also expect up to 334 miles (538 km) of range.<\/p>\n

All of this means the Mach-E is still pretty competitive, although not quite the standout it used to be. Of course, that’s what happens with age, and a facelift is likely coming soon.<\/p>\n

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