Ford’s all-electric SUV gallops into its 2025 model year with a refreshed lineup, more power, and more technology, just as we touch down in Melbourne for a first local drive. More details will come soon, but first, here’s what’s new beneath the surface.
The Mustang Mach-E has become Ford’s electric ambassador for our part of the world, and for 2025 it’s picking up more a comprehensive change. The lineup now features a recalibrated powertrain across key variants, headlined by the uprated GT. Thought 860Nm of torque was enough? So how about 955Nm? With improvements in cooling and power delivery, Ford’s engineers have aimed to make the electric pony feel even friskier off the line. But the upgrade is more multidimensional than that.
The car returns with an optimised battery pack offering improved thermal management, aided by a modern heat pump. Capacities are in the 73kWh and 91kWh for Select and GT, respectively, and now offer quicker charging that even in the 150kW cap, manages to shave off almost 10 minutes from the 10-80% charge.
Visually, the 2025 model makes subtle moves. Revised wheel designs, sharper LED signatures, and (super) fresh colour options give the Mach-E a modern look, while aerodynamic tweaks help stretch efficiency figures slightly further while also modernising the design. Inside, the cabin continues its minimalist vibe, anchored by the latest SYNC Move infotainment system, which introduces improved voice control and an expanded suite of connected services.
Another big change in the interior is the move towards a gear selector stalk, freeing the centre console from the previous rotary dial. This should allow for more room and practicality inside. Other important additions are the move from 8 to 10 way adjustment for the front seats, a power tailgate and a fixed panoramic roof being standard across the whole range.
New Zealand will receive a streamlined range, including the Select and GT grades, both tuned for our local road conditions. Pricing has been shared, and looks like this: NZ $74,990 for the Select, climbing to just over $116,990 for the GT. The focus is clearly on value-through-performance, setting it neatly against other performance oriented EV SUVs.
As for how it all feels on local tarmac, that’s exactly what I’m here in Melbourne to find out. Over the coming days, I’ll be putting the updated Mach-E through its paces on Australian roads for the first time. Expect an early look at how this sharper, smarter electric Mustang stacks up against both its petrol namesake and its battery-powered competition.
