Ford gave its top-of-the-line Mustang Mach-E GT its first public release at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, as order books open ahead of customer deliveries later this year.
The 459bhp electric SUV will start from £ 67,225, with the promise that ‘nothing in its class can accelerate faster’.
The hot version of the Mach-E, arriving in Europe in late 2021, is expected to hit 62 mph from standby in 3.7 seconds, eclipsing the sprint time of the Jaguar I-Pace and Polestar 2 longer than 0.5 seconds. It will have more torque than any production car Ford has ever sold to European customers.
Early data suggests the Performance version of the Tesla Model Y electric crossover will complete the same sprint in 3.5 seconds, but that remains to be confirmed for a European launch.
The GT’s considerable performance advantage over the standard Mach-E comes from its improved powertrain. This includes an electric motor on each axle, producing a combined power of 459 hp and 612 lb-ft, and powered by an 88 kWh battery with a targeted range of 310 miles.
The GT stands out from other Mach-E models with its bespoke 20-inch alloy rims, red brake calipers, and the availability of Cyber Orange and Grabber Blue paint options, while the superior Magneride adaptive suspension system is featured. fitted as standard.
It also benefits from a new Untamed Plus Riding Mode, intended for track use, which dynamically adjusts traction and stability control for a more thrilling driving experience when conditions allow.
Ford European boss Stuart Rowley said: “The new Mustang Mach-E GT really shows what all-electric performance really looks like, but performance doesn’t count for nothing without the confidence to use it.
“Our charging initiatives allow Mustang Mach-E customers to enjoy the Mustang electrified driving experience knowing they can charge quickly and easily across Europe. “
During the unveiling of the GT, Ford confirmed that European buyers of Mach-E will receive five years of free access to the brand’s rapidly expanding FordPass charging network, which currently includes more than 155,000 charging stations across the continent.
The GT made its public debut in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, and was presented alongside the seven-engine Mustang Mach-E 1400, which serves as a 1,399bhp showcase of what Ford’s Performance division can achieve with an electric powertrain.
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Source: www.autocar.co.uk
This notice was published: 2021-07-09 11:56:40
