The Mustang Mach-E burst onto the scene in 2021 and sent Ford fans into a frenzy that an all-electric SUV would dare copy the Mustang name. It was blasphemous to many, but the Mach-E’s capability was hard to deny as the SUV took home numerous honors like the "EV of the Year Award" from Car and Driver. The all-electric powerhouse gave us something to talk about and continues to do so as we take a closer look at the newest iteration, the 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E.
The 2023 Mach-E is still relatively new to the Ford lineup, so the SUV sees only minor updates for its latest model year. These updates include two new exterior color options, a Mustang Nite Pony package, new trim-specific features, design details, and a noticeable jump in range. The Mustang Nite Pony package is especially alluring because it puts the Mach-E in stealth mode. For example, the package adds gloss black 19-inch wheels, black exterior bumpers, and black door cladding to the Premium trim. The GT Performance Edition also sees a few updates, gaining 20-inch wheels and black GT badging that pairs well with the panoramic glass roof, a standard addition for 2023.
These updates give the 2023 Mach-E a significant lead in the segment, especially with the SUV rivaling former segment leaders from Tesla. Ford’s all-electric SUV also does something seemingly impossible by combining style and sophistication with an electric powertrain that delivers an engaging driving experience that doesn’t come at a premium. These characteristics make the Mach-E a must for drivers passionate about adopting an electric lifestyle, especially those who want the thrill of driving a model with the legendary Mustang name.
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Ford recognizes drivers have unique needs and continues to offer the Mach-E with a standard or extended range battery in 2023. The batteries power an electric motor mounted to the rear on rear-wheel drive models or the axles on all-wheel drive models like the GT and GT Performance. The setup gives the 2023 Mach-E an exceptional range of power and instantaneous torque for responsive handling and jaw-dropping acceleration. But what does this power look like in terms of numbers?
The 2023 Mach-E Select starts the lineup and boasts a launch from 0 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds as it reaches peak performance at 266 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. The Mach-E Premium matches the Select’s launch from 0 to 60 mph but delivers more horsepower when outfitted with the extended-range battery and all-wheel drive. This combination produces 346 horsepower and takes the Premium’s rear-wheel drive range from 306 miles to 290 miles.
The California Route 1 is only available with the extended range battery and all-wheel drive, but for a good reason. The electric powerplant maximizes the SUV’s performance, pushing it from 0 to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and producing up to 346 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. The Mach-E’s launch gets even shorter on the GT and GT Performance Edition models that also come standard with the extended range battery and all-wheel drive. Performance-tuned components give these models a distinct advantage as they churn out 480 horsepower and anywhere between 600 to 634 lb-ft of instant torque for a launch from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 3.5 seconds.
The Mach-E’s electric powertrain offers an impressive range that averages around 300 miles, depending on trim. For example, the California Route 1 averages 312 miles, while the Premium with a standard range battery can travel up to 247 miles. As expected, Ford makes recharging convenient and hassle-free with a continuously expanding grid of public charging stations known as the Ford BlueOval Charge Network. As the largest public charging network in the United States, drivers have access to thousands of charging stations and DC fast chargers that can add over 60 miles of range in as little as 10 minutes. At home, charging is just as easy with EV-trained technicians teaming up with Amazon Home to install charging stations in garages across America.
One of the most significant updates to the Mach-E for 2023 is that Ford makes its Co-Pilot360 Driver Assist Technology standard across the lineup, giving more drivers access to cutting-edge features like BlueCruise. BlueCruise is Ford’s hands-free driving system that works alongside other advanced technology like Speed Sign Recognition and Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering to help improve your time in the driver’s seat. But how does it work in the Mach-E?
BlueCruise relies on location data, sensors, and a driver attention system to ensure the conditions are safe before allowing you to take your hands off the wheel. For example, BlueCruise works on over 130,000 miles of Hands-Free Blue Zones that stretch across the United States and Canada. When traveling along one of these routes, you can engage BlueCruise and take your hands off the wheel as long as your eyes stay on the road ahead.
The availability of BlueCruise across the Mach-E lineup for 2023 is groundbreaking and gives drivers more opportunities to use this revolutionary technology. But Ford doesn’t stop there and adds to the Mach-E’s technology suite by standardizing the Co-Pilot360 Driver Assist technology on every trim. This suite starts with Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0, which includes tools like:
The Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 suite builds on these features and outfits every Mach-E with Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Speed Sign Recognition, and Lane Centering Assist. The suite also adds an Evasive Steering Assist and a connected built-in navigation system. In addition to these features, Ford equips the Mach-E Select with a 90-day trial to its 360-degree camera and BlueCruise, which are standard on the other trims and include upgrades like split view capability and a front camera washer that optimizes visibility in any condition.
The 2023 Mustang Mach-E continues its tenure as one of the best-equipped SUVs in the segment. Ford guarantees as much by outfitting the all-electric SUV with many standard features you won’t find on rival models. For example, wireless smartphone charging is a staple across the lineup, adding next-level convenience and eliminating clutter inside the modern cockpit with its minimalist design. But what else defines the Mach-E’s interior and tech-centric cockpit?
The Mach-E’s driver-centric design is immediately noticeable from the driver’s seat, where you’ll find a 10.2-inch cluster screen that gives you vital data like driving range, speed, trip logs, and more. This digital cluster is standard on every trim and pairs exceptionally well with the Mach-E’s expansive 15.5-inch center touchscreen. The center display is home to Ford’s impressive SYNC 4A infotainment system with Connected Built-in Navigation and FordPass and FordPass Connect. Beyond navigation, the system lets you pair your smartphone via Apple CarPlay or Android Auto and is responsible for the Mach-E’s over-the-air updates that enhance the SUV’s performance and features by updating the software when connected to WiFi.
Beyond connectivity and convenience features, the Mach-E’s interior delivers an exceptional and engaging driving experience. You’ll see this firsthand with the Mach-E’s three selectable drive modes and unique tools like One Pedal Driving, which combines the accelerator and brake pedals to extend the Mach-E’s driving range. These features lay the foundation for every Mach-E in the fleet, but Ford does plenty to distinguish the trims with unique design elements and finishes.
The Mach-E Premium has a panoramic fixed-glass roof, ambient lighting, heated front-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system. The GT and GT Performance Edition build on this design and add front door scuff plates with metal inserts with pony graphics and GT lettering. The sport-style seats finished in ActiveX upholstery give the models a sport-like feel, while details like the metallic stitching accents complete the modern, performance-centric aesthetic.
The 2023 Ford Mach-E is a revolutionary SUV that redefines what it means to adopt an all-electric lifestyle. Although it upset the industry by sharing the Mustang name, the Mach-E has since earned its place in the Ford lineup and proven its kinship to the legendary speed demon. It's a powerhouse like the Mustang but offers a modern twist that drivers and teams like ours can’t get enough of.
Models like the Mach-E gives us plenty of reasons to get excited at Pearson Ford because they showcase Ford’s constant work to improve its lineup and meet the demands of its loyal customers. We share that commitment, promising to meet and exceed your expectations when you invest in the Pearson Ford team. It’s our way of celebrating you and your impact on our success as the leading Ford dealer in the region.
Choosing Pearson Ford means investing in an award-winning dealership that works tirelessly for you. We’re a full-service automotive center that can help you find the perfect Mach-E just as easily as we can oversee all your routine maintenance and repair needs. Even more impressive is that, regardless of what you need, our team will deliver with integrity, respect, and transparency, so there’s never any question that you’re getting the best service and customer experience in town.
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