60,000 Miles Later: 2022 Mustang Mach-E Review

After more than 60,000 miles, including trips to more than 20 states, let’s see how my 2022 Mustang Mach-E is holding up and how it compares to the 2026 model.

In terms of maintenance, this review is going to be quick. I replaced the tires at 58,000 miles, although they still had tread. I also had a windshield washer hose replaced that went bad.

Other than that, I had a warranty-covered factory main battery contactor recall completed. I also decided to replace my 12-volt battery, although it was still charging to 97% of capacity, according to my OBD II reader.

I know from experience that older 12-volt batteries can die unexpectedly, so I figured why take the chance.

Mustang Mach-E Over-The-Air Improvements

My electric pony has improved with age in some ways thanks to Ford’s over-the-air software enhancements. One of the biggest improvements was an update that turned what used to be just a volume knob into a multi-function dial that now can also raise or lower climate control temperatures and heated seats.

Perhaps more importantly to those that road trip a lot, my Mach-E’s peak charging speed has improved from 154 kW when I first bought it, to 167 kW in ideal conditions. Charging speeds above 80% have also improved a bit since it was new.

My lifetime efficiency average has been running right around 3.1 miles per kWh. However, I’ve noticed an interstate drop off since getting new tires, from 3 to 2.8 miles per kWh at 70 miles per hour. I switched to Goodyear EV rated tires. The ride is also more bouncy with the Goodyears. If I had it to do over again, I would have replaced the tires with the Michelins the Mach-E came with.

Another over the air improvement has been BlueCruise. When I first got the Mach-E, BlueCruise would lane hunt sometimes and was easily tripped up by things like exit stripes.

Now Blue Cruise is more reliable, with Ford adding manually executed lane changes. The latest Mach-E comes with updated hardware that enables BlueCruise to carry out automatic highway lane changes with no human intervention.

I’ve been happy with my Mach-E’s build quality. It still feels solid and everything I said about its handling in my earlier review still applies.

Long-Term Review: ’22 Mustang Mach-E (story continues after video)

The paint, body and interior have been holding up well, although I have a garage and live in Florida, so it’s not exposed to salt or sand or as many potholes at the end of the winter season as many rust belt cars experience.

From a visual standpoint not much has changed between my 2022 and the 2026 Mach-Es, but Ford has been steadily improving its electric pony.

Here’s a look at some of the more important upgrades:

Ford upped the AWD Premium extended range trim, which is what I own, from 346 to 365 horsepower,  while torque has jumped from 428 lb-fit to 500. The EPA-estimated range has risen from 277 miles to 300 on my trim.

A heat pump has also been added. But that one is a mixed blessing. It’s good news for snow belt drivers since they should see improved winter range. However, that also reduced the size of the frunk, shrinking it from 4.7 cubic feet to 2.8 cubic feet of storage. Another words, it holds 40% less stuff.

The shift dial in my Mach-E has been dropped in favor of a stalk-mounted shifter and a redesigned center console that includes a bit more storage.

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DC charging speed has also been improved, with some drivers now reporting being able to hit peaks of 170 kW and holding 150 kWs for several minutes. My Mach-E usually ramps down into the 120s within a few minutes.

For those opting for the EV Mustang’s top trim, the Mach-E GT’s total torque is now up to 700 lb-ft, for a Ford estimated 3.3 second 0-60 mph run with summer tires. That’s assuming you purchase Ford’s performance unlock

There have also been a few trim and color changes but for the most part, the 2026 hasn’t changed much from my 2022.

For those thinking about getting a Mach-E, I can easily recommend gently used models. These days it’s pretty easy to find low mileage examples for less than $30k.

Once you figure in the low fuel cost, performance, practicality and 100,000-mile battery warranty; used Mach-Es are quite affordable for drivers looking for something more sporty than the typical SUV.

In terms of buying new, Mach-E prices have also come down since I bought my 2022, although that’s somewhat offset by the loss of the $7,500 tax credit.

Four years later, I’m still thrilled with my electric pony. And with the ever-improving charging infrastructure, I’m looking forward to more multi-state road trips where I can let the Mach-E really gallop.