Ford Mustang Mach-E

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Gandahar

9,600 posts

129 months

Sunday 17th November 2019
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They have struggled getting rid of the front radiator grille haven't they, it looks somewhat prolapsed.

The Mustang things are a mistake.

Mach E would have been fine and they should have made it complexly differently looking.

The specs from what I can see seem to be on point for the driving side. I think it might be a grower. Who knows though ...

might just be down to $$$$$$


RobDickinson

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31,343 posts

255 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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SWoll

18,450 posts

259 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Certainly looks a lot better in the blue with the contrasting black nose. Not sure why they've picked the red for a lot of the press shots TBH.

What is going on with those door 'handles' BTW?

RobDickinson

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Monday 18th November 2019
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They also have a unique design for their fast chargers...




SWoll

18,450 posts

259 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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RobDickinson said:
They also have a unique design for their fast chargers...

Nope, doesn't remind me of anything. smile

Well, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery after all.

RobDickinson

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Monday 18th November 2019
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I really dont mind the exec pointed at a tesla and said build that put a different body on it and call it done.

So many good features and there needs to be a better range of EVs out there.

but why the fek use the mustang name for it, shirly ford have something more appropriate or can make something new up

SWoll

18,450 posts

259 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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RobDickinson said:
I really dont mind the exec pointed at a tesla and said build that put a different body on it and call it done.

So many good features and there needs to be a better range of EVs out there.

but why the fek use the mustang name for it, shirly ford have something more appropriate or can make something new up
Well, they're going to have to go EV with the Mustang eventually if they plan to keep building it so maybe this helps people get used to the idea? Also suggests a sportiness another name might not have done?

I don't have an issue with it in much the same was as the Taycan Turbo doesn't bother me, but then I'm not in the Mustang demographic so what do I know..

Witchfinder

6,250 posts

253 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Maybe Ford sees the writing on the wall for the "type" who would normally buy a Mustang, and want to broaden the appeal. Times, people, and attitudes are changing.

jjwilde

1,904 posts

97 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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RobDickinson said:
They also have a unique design for their fast chargers...

Ford: We need a really super charger.

Clueless out of touch designer: I'll just google it.

Edited by jjwilde on Monday 18th November 09:57

ZesPak

24,435 posts

197 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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I usually like Fords current day designs as far as relatively cheap commuter cars go, but this looks horrendous.

How do all the numbers add up compared to the Polestar? Looks very similar in body style but the Polestar is infinetely better looking imho.


Witchfinder said:
There are fewer individual chargers, but they are more widespread. There are three times as many CCS locations as Supercharger locations in the US, and seventeen times as many in in Europe!
Genuine question, are these all "fast" chargers? For example, on trips I think you'd want >100kw charging.
It's only a matter of time, but the truth is that Tesla will always have its network on top of the general network, Tesla owners can use both.


As for the giant tablet in the center, I was hesitant at first but I think Tesla nailed it in terms of software integration. so many manufacturers get it so wrong for all the wrong reasons.

SWoll

18,450 posts

259 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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ZesPak said:
I usually like Fords current day designs as far as relatively cheap commuter cars go, but this looks horrendous.
Really? Totally subjective I know but I think it looks pretty good?


Daaaveee

910 posts

224 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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SWoll said:
Really? Totally subjective I know but I think it looks pretty good?
I agree, I think it looks great. It would suit us well as we will be looking for something with a bit more space than the i3 in the future. I'll have to wait and see what the cheapest model comes in at though as it looks like it might be a bit too pricey.

AnotherClarkey

3,602 posts

190 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Daaaveee said:
SWoll said:
Really? Totally subjective I know but I think it looks pretty good?
I agree, I think it looks great. It would suit us well as we will be looking for something with a bit more space than the i3 in the future. I'll have to wait and see what the cheapest model comes in at though as it looks like it might be a bit too pricey.
I didn't like the static shots but the on-road driving footage makes it look quite decent. Almost 'poised' - but maybe I am getting carried away.

Certainly shows how much Tesla have set the standards - so much of this Ford is imitation.

RobDickinson

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255 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Interesting, pack sizes are 75 or 99kwh. Pretty large for the vehicle size.

SWoll

18,450 posts

259 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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RobDickinson said:
Interesting, pack sizes are 75 or 99kwh. Pretty large for the vehicle size.
Pushing for that 300 mile range I'd assume.

Does like pricey though, first edition is nearly £60k. Pretty clear why they've used the Mustang brand at those prices as in the UK at least I think they'd struggle if it was badged as a standard Ford.

Daaaveee

910 posts

224 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Also the base one without options is £40,270... £271 too expensive, similar to the base Model 3 so it attracts the additional tax!

ZesPak

24,435 posts

197 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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SWoll said:
Really? Totally subjective I know but I think it looks pretty good?

Agreed, that blue with the black "grille" looks a lot better than the red one from the OP.

I do think the "in between" cars like this in terms of height (polestar, ipace) are much better looking than their suv counterparts. To me that's a good development.

Oh, I forgot about the 5GT there for a sec yuck

anonymous-user

55 months

Monday 18th November 2019
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Nice enough thing. I expect they will sell a fair few

Dave Hedgehog

14,569 posts

205 months

Sunday 1st December 2019
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Apparently the limited edition release version sold out in 10 days in the US

JonChalk

6,469 posts

111 months

Friday 3rd April 2020
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Couldn't see a thread for the Mach E yet.

Anyone considering pre-order?

Cabin fever is getting to me and am seriously considering placing a deposit for silver ER RWD.