The idea of an electric Ford Mustang over the 5.0-litre V8 or even its EcoBoost sibling, is quite strange. Look beyond that, and its EV front end, and you’ll be surprised by the performance the Mach-E GT has to offer.
From a numbers standpoint, it’s much quicker than its petrol namesake. With 434kW and a monstrous 955Nm of torque delivered instantly through its twin‑motor, all‑wheel drive setup, it launches with the kind of ferocity the V8 simply can’t match.
0-100km/h comes in 3.8 seconds, pinning you back with that trademark EV surge that never pauses to shift gears or build revs. By comparison the iconic 5.0‑litre V8 Mustang gets there in 4.9 seconds. You do miss out on the theatre of though.
Braking comes thanks to some large red Brembo units which do an outstanding job of pulling up the hefty Ford. The GT has the MagneRide adaptive suspension that offers a firm feel. It doesn’t really handle slow bumps well, but does a good job when you’re pushing hard.
Selectable drive modes include Whisper, Active Untame and the GT-exclusive Untame Plus. The latter adds some aggression to the drive, and changes the drive soundscape – bringing with it some ceremony to go with the occasion.
E-pedal driving is an option, but feels very on or off. The 91kWh battery delivers a claimed 515km, although the best we could manage was 370km in real world testing. Looks wise, the pony still adorns the front grille, and the striking triple LED headlights are superb.
The wheel arches work well with the special 20-inch alloys and 245/45/20 P-Zero tyres. Along the side you’ll find the option to PIN lock your doors. The rear door handles are the kind that are hidden in the C-pillar, and something we weren’t a huge fan of.
That said, you do get used to them. The rear has unmistakable Mustang lights, which do a great job of rounding out the look. The complete picture is balanced and clean. Inside, you’ll find a minimalistic driver area with a large vertical infotainment touchscreen.
It seems strange that the bottom quarter of the 15.5-inch screen doesn’t get used very much, simply housing the volume control for audio, and the climate settings. It also feels a little like it’s been physically slapped there, rather than integrated into the rest of the dash.
That aside, the infotainment system is one of the Mustang’s strong points. The large central screen is crisp, responsive, and easy to navigate. Function icons are well‑laid out, clearly labelled and don’t require digging through endless menus.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect instantly and stay reliably paired. Over on the steerer’s side, the driver information screen is just the right size. It’s configurable and gives all the information required.
The steering wheel controls are well thought out and work effectively. They feel intuitive and the wheel has all the contours in the right place. The column mounted drive selector is easy to use and convenient.
It handles Drive and Reverse, with a Park button neatly integrated at the end. After a few uses, the layout becomes second nature. It’s simple, convenient and surprisingly intuitive once muscle memory kicks in.
Where the Mach-E loses some ground is in the dashboard design. It’s functional, but visually bare and a bit of a drab slab that doesn’t quite match the excitement promised by the Mustang badge.
A touch of metallic trim, textured surfaces or even subtle ambient lighting would go a long way toward giving the cabin more personality and visual interest. At the front of the console area is a wireless charger. It’s a handy inclusion but a bit temperamental.
It works, but you sometimes need to reposition the phone to get it to register. Fortunately, Ford backs this up with well‑placed USB ports, so you’re never stuck if the wireless pad decides to be fussy.
A convenient storage area which can accommodate the key is welcome and the centre storage bin is large enough to hold a number of bulky items. There’s another space underneath the console, but the lip is too low.
Sound comes from 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen setup that’s deep and gutsy, with the subwoofer really adding to the experience. The heated power-adjustable front seats look the goods, but are a little flat.
Likewise, the shoulder bolster looks the part but does little to the seat comfort. The back seat looks and feels like a park bench, but there’s a decent amount of leg room. Boot space is a useful 402-litres, expanding to 1420-litres with the second row folded.
Up front there’s a 49-litre frunk (or froot if you prefer), offering a handy space for shopping bags. The 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is available in Shadow Black, Race Red, Glacier Grey, Eruption Green, Adriatic Blue, Star White, Velocity Blue and Terrain.
It comes with a range of safety tech, including intelligent adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking and evasive steer assist. They all work well and deliver a smooth experience. Lane assist is accurate although slightly sensitive.
The Mustang Mach-E GT is priced from $108,347, which compares favourably to the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N at just under $123,000 and the Kia EV6 GT at $108,861 (all drive away). It comes with a 5-year unlimited kilometre warranty, with 8-years or 160,000km for the battery.
Up to 7-years of roadside assistance is included (conditions apply). You can find out more on the Ford Australia website, or by talking to your local dealership. To get a low rate finance quote, talk to Australia’s best reviewed car finance broker; Credit One.
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Our test vehicle was provided by Ford Australia for independent review purposes. Exhaust Notes Australia has not been paid to review this vehicle.
