2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Key takeaways
- Co-opting the legendary Mustang name for a thoroughly modern, all-electric compact SUV took some chutzpah, but the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers.
- Factor in 29 cubic feet of cargo room in back and a smaller frunk for random items, and you've got a Mustang focused on the future, not the past.
- Expert Tip: There's a bumper crop of compact SUV EVs on the market right now, and if the Ford doesn't tickle your fancy, you might want to check out the similarly priced Volkswagen ID.4 or Tesla Model Y.
Why this matters: an automotive development that could shape industry direction or buying decisions.
Jessica Lynn Walker|Car and Driver MSRP$39,840–$59,735Shop New Shop Used Get your trade-in value HIGHSRemarkably quick, class-competitive range, spacious, comfortable cabin.LOWSSpectacular rate of acceleration trails off after the 60-mph mark, lacks the visceral and aural elements of thundering V-8 Mustangs.VERDICTAn EV first and a Mustang second, the Mach-E delivers commendable range and performance in a practical package—but it's no pony car.For Sale Near You See all results for new 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E for sale near h3a 2n4
Co-opting the legendary Mustang name for a thoroughly modern, all-electric compact SUV took some chutzpah, but the Ford Mustang Mach-E delivers. Sure, it's got four doors and a hatch, but it's also got up to 480 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque and all-wheel drive, propelling the quickest version in the lineup to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds in C/D testing—quicker than the OG Mustang Dark Horse.
But while you're loading up your keyboard to shoot the messenger, consider that the Mach-E has room to transport four passengers in comfort (five in slightly less comfort), and, when equipped for efficiency rather than speed, can travel up to 320 miles on a single charge. Factor in 29 cubic feet of cargo room in back and a smaller frunk for random items, and you've got a Mustang focused on the future, not the past.