2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Beats Original EPA Range Targets
Ford’s more powerful Mach-E models will also go further on a charge than originally planned.
Who doesn’t appreciate a little extra range from EVs? Buyers of the upcoming Mustang Mach-E GT and GT Performance Edition will be getting just that, as Ford announced Wednesday the 480-horsepower EV beat its initial EPA targets by up to 25 miles.
SEE ALSO: Ford Mustang Mach-E vs Tesla Model Y ComparisonThe EPA now estimates the Mach-E GT will travel 270 miles (435 km), the same quoted range as the AWD Extended Range Premium ( which recently beat the Tesla Model Y in an AutoGuide comparison). Ford initially targeted 250 miles (402 km) for the GT. Meanwhile, the Blue Oval originally targeted 235 miles (378 km) for the GT Performance Edition; it sees a slight range penalty for its added oomph, now clocking in at 260 miles (418 km).
Both Mustang Mach-E GT models use the 88-kWh battery pack, and standard electronic AWD. GTs produce a V8-trumping 600 lb-ft of torque; the Performance Edition bumps that up to 634 lb-ft. Other Performance Edition goodies include 20-inch alloy wheels, Pirelli summer tires, standard MagneRide damping, and Brembo brakes. The 0–62 mph (0-100 km/h) run takes just 3.7 seconds.
SEE ALSO: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review: EV Power to the PeopleOver half of the orders for the Mustang Mach-E GT have been for the Performance Edition, according to Ford’s Darren Palmer, global director of battery electric vehicles.
US pricing starts at $61,000 for the 2021 Mustang Mach-E GT. Stepping up to the Performance Edition tacks another $5,000 to the bottom line. Canadians only have the latter option, which starts from $84,990 CAD. Deliveries will begin this autumn, and interested parties can order theirs online.
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Kyle began his automotive obsession before he even started school, courtesy of a remote control Porsche and various LEGO sets. He later studied advertising and graphic design at Humber College, which led him to writing about cars (both real and digital). He is now a proud member of the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), where he was the Journalist of the Year runner-up for 2021.
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