# Ford Mustang Mach-E — Used Car Buying Guide

AutoScout's analysis of the Ford Mustang Mach-E on the UK used-car market. Backed by 33 million DVSA MOT tests, current AutoTrader pricing, and depreciation curves derived from CAP/Glass's Guide data.

Live interactive report: https://autoscout.fyi/cars/ford-mustang-mach-e

## Verdict

- **Best value year**: 2022
- **Ideal trim**: Premium Extended Range RWD
- **Target mileage**: 20,000–40,000 miles
- **Max previous owners**: 2
- **Target price**: £30,000

## Why this model

The Ford Mustang Mach-E is a fantastic choice if you're looking for an electric SUV with a bit of flair and a decent range. It's got that iconic Mustang styling cues, but in a practical, family-friendly package. The driving experience is engaging, it's packed with tech, and the Extended Range models offer plenty of miles on a single charge, making it great for longer journeys. Plus, as an EV, running costs can be super low if you charge at home.

## What you should pay

Used EV prices have seen significant adjustments recently, meaning you can get a lot of car for your money. A 2022 Mach-E Premium Extended Range RWD, which would have been around £55,000 new, is now available for a much more palatable price. We're seeing these models typically in the £28,000-£32,000 range. This represents a substantial depreciation hit already absorbed by the first owner, making it a smart buy now. The 70kWh usable battery is liquid-cooled, which helps maintain its health, and with an expected degradation of only ~1.8% per year, a 2022 model should still have excellent battery capacity.

## Which trim to buy

The 'Premium Extended Range RWD' trim hits the sweet spot for value and features. You get the larger 91kWh (88kWh usable) battery for an impressive real-world range (around 250 miles), a fantastic B&O sound system, a panoramic glass roof, and a 360-degree camera system, all without the significant price jump of the performance-focused GT. The rear-wheel-drive setup still offers plenty of power and a fun driving experience, and it's generally more efficient than the AWD versions.

## What to check before you buy

- 12V battery drain (can prevent car from starting, especially if left unused or after updates)
- Software glitches (early models had infotainment and charging schedule bugs, mostly fixed via OTA updates)
- Charging issues (some reports of slow charging or failures with specific public chargers)
- Tyre wear (due to weight and instant torque, tyres can wear faster)

## Running costs

Running an electric Ford Mustang Mach-E can be very economical. Home charging at a standard UK rate (24.5p/kWh) works out to about 6.9p per mile, costing around £689 a year if you drive 10,000 miles. However, if you switch to a smart EV tariff like Octopus Go or Intelligent Octopus (around 9p/kWh overnight), this drops to a brilliant 2.5p per mile, costing only about £253 a year for 10,000 miles – a saving of £436 annually! Road tax is free until April 2025, after which it will be £195 per year. Insurance costs can be moderate to high, depending on your driver profile and the specific trim, with GT models generally being more expensive.

## Key stats

- **Fuel Type**: Electric
- **Horsepower**: 269-487 hp (depending on trim)
- **Mpg**: N/A (Electric)
- **Reliability Score**: Good for an EV, some early software quirks reported but often fixed via updates.
- **Safety Rating**: 5-star Euro NCAP (2021)

## Trim comparison

| Trim | Price new | Price used | Key features |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Select (Standard Range RWD) | £47,500 | £25,000 | 15.5-inch SYNC 4A touchscreen; Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0; LED headlights |
| Premium (Extended Range RWD) | £55,000 | £30,000 | B&O Sound System; Panoramic fixed-glass roof; 360-degree camera |
| GT (Extended Range AWD) | £68,000 | £40,000 | Magneride adaptive suspension; Ford Performance front seats; Unique GT styling |

## Depreciation forecast

| Year | Estimated value | Retention |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | £30,000 | 100% |
| 2027 | £26,000 | 86.7% |
| 2028 | £23,000 | 76.7% |
| 2029 | £20,500 | 68.3% |
| 2030 | £18,500 | 61.7% |

The Mach-E has already experienced its steepest depreciation curve, especially with the general softening of the used EV market. Buying a 2-3 year old model now means you're getting it at a point where the initial value loss has been absorbed by the first owner, offering a much better value proposition for long-term ownership. The depreciation rate is projected to slow down considerably from here.

Total value lost since new: 38.33%.

## Alternatives to consider

- [Tesla Model Y](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/tesla-model-y.md)
- [Hyundai IONIQ 5](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/hyundai-ioniq-5.md)
- [Kia EV6](https://autoscout.fyi/cars/kia-ev6.md)

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Source: AutoScout (https://autoscout.fyi). Part of a review of the UK used-car market across 500+ models.