Used Ford Mustang Mach-E for sale: everything you need to know

The Ford Mustang Mach-E has caused a bit of a fuss in its home market of the USA, for applying a much-loved name to an electric SUV. In the UK though the Mustang badge isn’t nearly as high-profile, so it’s easier to see the Mach-E for what it is: a distinctive looking and strong-performing EV with a pretty healthy range.

It makes even more sense as a used buy though, with savings of thousands on Mach-Es that haven’t even had time to shed their new-car smell - and the cost saving can take the sting out of some of the car’s less positive qualities, like its firm ride and unnecessarily large infotainment screen.

The Tesla Model Y is an unavoidable rival for any car in this class and its space and Tesla’s charging network are both very strong points in its favour. Other options include the Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Jaguar I-Pace, and Volkswagen ID.5.

Should you buy a Ford Mustang Mach-E?

You might think it’s difficult for an electric SUV to really stand out in the market, but the combined efforts of Tesla, the Korean trio of Hyundai, Kia and Genesis, and the striking looks of a Jaguar I-Pace show there’s more diversity than you might think. And the Ford Mustang Mach-E is another, with a bold look inspired by the brand’s famous Mustang performance car.

It makes for an interesting shape, and Ford has backed up the Mach-E’s looks with two things that really seem to resonate with EV buyers: a usefully long range regardless of battery size, and plenty of performance. According to official figures - so naturally, expect a little lower in the real world - the shortest range Mach-E will go 292 miles, while the longest stretches to 372 miles, with up to 150kW charging, for a 10-80% charge in just over half an hour with the smallest battery. The quickest meanwhile, the Mach-E GT, will get from 0-62mph in 4.4 seconds.

So that’s two reasons you might want a Mach-E, but what about the rest? A huge touchscreen infotainment system distracts from what’s otherwise a comfortable, spacious, and generally well-finished cabin, and Ford has wisely followed Tesla in offering a ‘frunk’ under the bonnet for even more luggage space.

As heavy SUVs go the Mach-E can be quite good fun to drive too, though it doesn’t have the agility of smaller, lighter Fords, while Ford has had to compromise on ride quality too, so even the entry-level models can feel a bit crashy on poor road surfaces.

Still, it drives better than the most prominent alternative in this class, the Tesla Model Y. The fellow American EV counters with an even more practical cabin and with Tesla’s excellent Supercharger fast-charging network, which remains the standard-setter for charging out and about. Used Mach-E money can also get more premium models like the Jaguar I-Pace or a BMW iX3, while if the Ford’s bold styling appeals, then the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6 and Genesis GV60 are all similarly striking.

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What’s the best used Ford Mustang Mach-E model to buy?

Opting for the cheapest version of an electric vehicle can sometimes backfire, as they often come with a smaller battery pack which compromises range. That’s true to a degree with the Mustang Mach-E, but given even the smallest 72kWh pack is officially good for 292 miles (or 240 at motorway speeds, according to Ford), that’s still likely to be enough for most buyers. Even the most basic Mach-E is brisk and well-equipped too.

As ever with the used market though, you may well find a longer-range, better-equipped model is within budget due to slightly higher mileage or being a little older, and given extra miles aren’t necessarily as risky with EVs as they are with combustion vehicles, we’d not shy away from extra range or performance if the option’s there.

Used Ford Mustang Mach-E range and performance

• Ford Mustang Mach-E 72kWh 269PS: A single 269PS motor driving the rear wheels gives the basic Mach-E a 0-62mph time of 7.4 seconds, while its 72kWh battery pack provides a 292-mile WLTP combined range.
• Ford Mustang Mach-E 91kWh 294PS: With a larger 91kWh usable battery pack, Ford turns up the power in the Mach-E’s rear motor to 294PS, for 0-62mph in 7.0 seconds. The bigger battery extends range to a claimed 372 miles.
• Ford Mustang Mach-E 91kWh 351PS: Electric motors powering both axles give the Mach-E all wheel drive and 351PS of combined power. 0-62mph now takes 5.8 seconds, while the extra power reduces range slightly to 341 miles.
• Ford Mustang Mach-E 91kWh 487PS: The Mach-E GT gets dual motors and 487PS total, for a 4.4-second 0-62mph time. The even greater power output trims range further, to a claimed 304 miles.

What used Ford Mustang Mach-E trim levels are available?

The four Ford Mustang Mach-E trim levels correspond directly to the four powertrain options mentioned above, so bear this in mind when you’re considering the equipment listed below - as a Select only comes with the smaller battery pack and lowest-powered motor, while the GT naturally only has the larger pack and most powerful motor.

• The Ford Mustang Mach-E Select gets 19-inch alloy wheels, a 15.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system (with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), 6-speaker audio, 360 degree parking camera, artificial leather seats with heating for the front pair, six-way manual driver seat adjustment, a heated steering wheel, LED headlights, privacy glass, a heated windscreen, selectable driving modes, adaptive cruise control, and 150kW charging.
• The Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium RWD adds ambient lighting, perforated artificial leather trim, adaptive LED headlights, and eight-way electric driver and passenger seat adjustment.
• The Ford Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD steps up to a panoramic roof, Bang & Olufsen 10-speaker audio, and a power tailgate.
• The Ford Mustang Mach-E GT is the performance model in the range, and gets larger 20-inch alloy wheels, Brembo brakes, grey artificial leather trim, a unique grille design, adaptive suspension, and sports front seats.

Used Ford Mustang Mach-E dimensions and boot size

The Ford Mustang Mach-E’s dimensions are:

• Length: 4713mm
• Width: 1881mm (without mirrors)
• Height: 1625mm

The Ford Mustang Mach-E’s boot size is:

• 402 litres
• 1420 litres with the rear seats folded (to roof)
• 81 litres (frunk)

Used Ford Mustang Mach-E road tax

However much power your Mustang Mach-E has and however far it goes on a charge, all are still electric vehicles so all are currently free to tax, just like all the Mustang’s electric rivals.

How much is it to insure a Ford Mustang Mach-E?

Ford Mustang Mach-E insurance probably won’t be cheap, as high-performance electric cars can have quite high repair costs, but depending on the model you go for it shouldn’t be outlandish either. An entry-level Select with the smallest battery and least powerful motor kicks off the range in group 33 (out of 50), but you’ll pay the price if you opt for the most powerful GT, which sits in group 47. Still, the very cheapest Tesla Model Y starts in group 46, so the Mustang doesn’t look too bad by comparison.

Read our full Ford Mustang Mach-E review