The myth of electric battery degradation, dismantled by Ford, analysis of 36.000 Mustang Mach-E copies
Fears about battery degradation over time have traditionally been one of the biggest concerns for buyers when it comes to the transition to pure electric mobility. However, real-world data contradicts the myths circulating in the market. A large study recently published by the American manufacturer Ford provides concrete evidence on the long-term reliability of the Mustang Mach-E zero-emission SUV, analyzing a large sample of vehicles that have been in intensive operation for half a decade.
An impressive balance sheet after over 3 billion kilometers: How well the Ford Mustang Mach-E batteries are holding up
Launched on the market in 2021, the Dearborn brand's first dedicated electric SUV has accumulated over two billion customer miles of real-world experience in the first five years since its debut.
- Study methodology: The American manufacturer considered a sample of 36,000 Mustang Mach-E units manufactured in the debut year of 2021 and sold in the United States and Canada.
- Overall Battery Health: The results show exceptional resilience of the NCM (nickel-manganese-cobalt) cells. In 95% of cases, the battery's State of Health (SoH) is between 87% and 97%, with the overall average for the entire sample settling at an impressive 92%.
- Extreme mileage performance: Even for users who have exceeded 100,000 miles (over 2,000 vehicles in the study), the average remaining battery capacity is a high 91%. Furthermore, over 30 units that have exceeded 200,000 miles still retain an average of 88% of their original capacity. Extreme cases, such as one owner who drove over 400,000 miles with the original battery, demonstrate that Ford’s thermal architecture and management systems provide a durability that is hard to match in the industry.
Presence on the Romanian market: Equipment, prices and commercial success
While data from North America confirms the technical reliability of the first generations, on the Romanian market the Ford Mustang Mach-E model quickly established itself as one of the most appreciated options in the upper-middle-class electric SUV segment, supported by the national network of authorized dealers and government programs to stimulate green purchases.
- Available equipment levels: The range sold on the domestic market is structured on clear equipment lines, starting with the basic version (Base), continuing with the balanced Premium variants, and culminating with the high-performance GT model.
- Powertrains and Range: Customers in Romania can choose from rear-wheel drive (RWD) and dual-motor and intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations, along with extended-range battery packs that exceed 500 kilometers in the WLTP cycle. The top-of-the-range Mustang Mach-E GT delivers supercar performance with 487 horsepower and instant, colossal torque.
- Pricing policy: Competitively positioned in its segment, the model has list prices in Romania starting from approximately 40,000 - 50,000 euros (VAT included) for entry-level variants with a single engine unit, while top-of-the-line versions equipped with all-wheel drive and performance packages (such as the GT line) reach around 70,000 euros. With its excellent balance between dynamics, interior space, SYNC connectivity technologies and now proven long-term battery durability, the Mustang Mach-E remains a formidable and highly sought-after presence on Romanian roads.