Ford Mustang Mach-E 2025 Review

The Mustang Mach-E line-up features three trim grades that include a lot of the standard equipment but have vastly different battery and power outputs.

Starting the range is the rear-wheel-drive Select at $65,990 plus on-road costs (ORCs), with increased outputs to 212kW and 525Nm (up 14kW/95Nn) with a 73kWh battery and 470km range.

Standard kit includes 19-inch alloys, LED headlights, a 15.5-inch touchscreen with SYNC 4 infotainment, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10-speaker B&O sound system, panoramic roof, powered tailgate and dual-zone climate control with a new heat pump for greater efficiency. You also get a 10-way power-adjustable driver’s seat as well as heated front seats and steering wheel.

A comprehensive suite of driver assists is standard such as adaptive cruise control with lane-centring, blind-spot monitoring and a 360-degree camera. Select and Premium model grades receive 10 airbags, while the GT misses out on the Far Side Driver Front Airbag.

Each variant has the driving modes of Whisper, Active and Untamed, which are switchable via the centre infotainment screen.

Next is a big jump to the mid-spec Premium at $80,490 (before ORCs) with the same power output as the Select but is paired with an 88kWh battery to give an estimated range of 600km. Technically the 2025 Mach-E Premium has 4kW less power but 95Nm more torque than the outgoing model.

It gains matte black exterior cladding with body-coloured wheel arches, red-stitched Sensico artificial leather, ambient LED lighting and Brembo front brakes with red Brembo calipers.

The line-up is headlined by the GT at $98,490 which sends 434kW and 955Nm (up 76kW/95Nm) to all four wheels making it the most powerful Mustang you can currently buy in Australia. It also receives a large 91kWh battery with 515km range, up 25km on the outgoing GT. It also nabs MagneRide adaptive suspension and 20-inch alloys.

Inside, the GT is fitted with Ford Performance sport seats trimmed in Miko suede, Untame Plus drive mode, as well as unique grille and trim detailing that sets it apart visually from the rest of the range.

In terms of charging times, these have been improved for both the Premium and GT, dropping from 45 minutes to 36 minutes to recharge from 10 to 80 per cent on a 150kW DC fast charger. While the Select can recharge from 10 to 80 per cent using a 150kW DC fast charger in 32 minutes.

All Ford Mustang Mach-E models come with Ford’s five-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and eight-year/160,000km battery warranty. While servicing is every 12 months or 15,000km with roadside assistance included for seven years if you service it with Ford.

The first thing that becomes apparent inside the 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E is comfort. The seats are superbly soft, well-cushioned and supportive in both rows. You can tell Ford spent time on ergonomics and materials because it feels genuinely premium and a nice place to be. Even the rear passengers get decent headroom despite the coupe-like roofline and the panoramic glass roof makes the cabin bright and airy.

The mix of soft-touch materials, textured surfaces and nice stitching feels properly thought out. Even the harder plastics resist scuffs well, while the Alcantara-like trim in the GT adds a dash of sportiness. For the 2025 models, Ford has relocated the gear shift dial from the centre console to the steering wheel stalk and that should be celebrated.

Up front, Ford’s SYNC 4 infotainment system feels intuitive and easy to live with. The large vertical touchscreen is clear and responsive even with its unique inbuilt dial, and while the driver’s display is minimalist, it gives you exactly what you need immediately and no customisations.

Navigating through the drive modes is straightforward, though a physical button would make it even better in a performance-focused EV. The B&O sound system is a highlight too, rich and immersive straight out of the box.

Performance-wise, the Mach-E delivers that instant EV shove. The GT throws its power at you so smoothly and we had the opportunity to floor it at an airfield on a runway, and it sure knows how to move in a straight line. Even the entry-level Select has enough power to feel brisk around town and responsive on the open road. It’s smooth, direct and easy to modulate.

Battery efficiency also seems reasonable. And with the latest charging upgrade (10 to 80 per cent in around 34 minutes on a 150kW charger), makes it right up there with the mainstream EV pack.

Safety and driver-assist systems deserve a nod too. They’re subtle, effective and never overbearing, which is not something easily said about many of the new EV entrants to the market – particularly Chinese offerings.

In terms of pitting this as a family car alternative to the regular Mustang, there is enough space for four adults to comfortably sit in it, so two or three kids in the back should be fine. The raked shape of the rear means boot space is not as voluminous as the Tesla Model Y or BYD Sealion 7 but can still fit all the essentials in.

Where things start to unravel a little is in the ride and handling department, particularly in the GT.

For a car wearing the Mustang badge, you’d expect a planted, composed feel, especially with MagneRide adaptive suspension. Instead, it feels unsettled and bouncy over uneven roads, and when you push it in Untamed mode, it struggles to cleanly transfer power to all four wheels.

Through tight corners and hairpins, it can feel like each wheel is working to its own rhythm. Even through the roads of suburbia and the freeways around Melbourne, the lack of composure and sway that kicks through the cabin when you come across uneven and undulating surfaces really doesn’t fill you with confidence as it bounces across all four corners of the vehicle.

Surprisingly, the cheaper Select model feels more sorted. Despite being rear-wheel drive and only slightly lighter, it’s better balanced, more composed and simply nicer to drive. The ride is firmer than a typical SUV, but it’s more controlled and less crashy than the GT or Premium trims.

Another missed opportunity is the lack of an individual drive mode. You can’t fine-tune steering or damping levels to your preference, which feels like a miss for something billed as a performance SUV with Mustang DNA. Even basic adjustability would go a long way in making it feel more personal and engaging.

Then there’s the price. The Select starts around $65K before ORCs, which is decent value and arguably the sweet spot in the range. However, step up to the Premium or GT and you’re rubbing shoulders with some serious competition like the Tesla Model Y, Cupra Tavascan, Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, Polestar 4. To justify the extra spend, the Mach-E needs to offer either standout range or class-leading performance, and while it’s close, it’s not quite there.

The 2025 refresh gives the Mustang Mach-E sharper tech and better efficiency, but does it finally spur this pony into a gallop? The answer depends on which version you choose. At its core, the Mach-E is a well-rounded EV. It looks great and feels premium inside while delivering the instant shove and smoothness we love about electric power.

But the GT, despite its headline-grabbing power, doesn’t quite deliver the Mustang magic. Its unsettled suspension and lack of custom drive modes make it feel less composed than rivals. And at nearly $100K, it’s a tough sell against performance EVs like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N or Tesla Model Y Performance.

The real story here is the Select trim. At $65,990, it’s the sweet spot of the range offering strong performance, decent range, and all the tech and comfort most family EV buyers want. It feels more balanced and planted than the GT and Premium, rides better and still packs enough punch to make it fun. It is genuinely a compelling alternative to mainstream EV SUVs.

It’s not a game-changer, but it’s a smart, satisfying choice in a crowded segment for those EV newcomers looking for something unique.

2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E at a glance:
Price: From $65,990-$98,490 (plus on-road costs)
Available: Now
Powertrain: Single permanent magnet synchronous motor/Dual permanent magnet synchronous motor
Output: 212kW/525Nm (434kW/955Nm in the GT)
Transmission: Single-speed reduction gear
Battery: 73kWh-91kWh
Range: 470km-600km (WLTP)
Energy consumption: 17.8kWh/100km (WLTP)
Safety rating: Five-star (ANCAP 2021)

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