Drive Notes: 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Rally

Selecting the Rally -- which Ford lists separately on its Web site but which was marked GT with the Rally package listed as a $6,000 as an option on the Monroney of the car I had -- nets you specific exterior graphics, a different front splitter, a black roof, and a different front fascia that houses fog lamps. The upper and lower body moldings are unique to this trim.

The pair of electric motors pairs for 480 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, and that of course means this one is also all-wheel drive. The extended-range battery promises a capacity of 91 kWh and a range of 265 miles.

The Rally is meant to give drivers off-road fun on gravel roads -- and I had no chance to test that during a short loan. Sorry, gang. But I got enough wheel time on city streets to write this capsule review.

The base price here is $53,995 and standard features include B&O audio, drainable frunk, LED lighting, power liftgate, rain-sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, 360-camera, regenerative braking, Sync 4A infotainment, J1772 CCS combo connector, and a wireless charging pad.

Options included the Rally Package, which also adds Magneride adaptive damping and a unique spoiler, the Star White paint ($995), BlueCruise ($2,100), and a mobile power cord ($500). Out the door: $65,485, including $1,895 in destination and delivery.

On to the pros and cons.

Pros:

• As befits most EVs, especially those with sporting missions, the Rally is fleet of foot off the line. I continue to enjoy the adjustable drive modes on the Mach-E.
• I never had the chance to power-slide this thing through a dirt corner, but it handled well on in the urban and suburban environments in which I drive.
• I don't know why I care this much about a steering wheel, but the one this car has is attractive.
• The large infotainment screen is easy to read.
• I still don't like how Ford slapped the Mustang name on this car -- not because it's an EV, but because it's a totally different platform -- but the Mach-E channels the idea of a Mustang. It's fun to drive, fast, sporty, and looks cool.
• The Rally wheels are very, very nice-looking.
• I had no chance to use BlueCruise during this test, but every time I use it on a Ford or Lincoln vehicle, it works well.

Cons

• The ride is way too stiff. Speed bumps in cities are cause for pause -- taking one too fast will remind you what you had for lunch.
• As ever with the Mach-E, the interior feels too small and cramped. Even when you're in the car alone.
• The large infotainment screen is easy to read, sure, but you must menu-dive via touch to make even some basic, easy adjustments to things like the drive mode or climate controls. Or even for adjusting the desired level of regenerative braking.
• While there's very little noise from the electric motors, a bit too much wind noise and outside noise seeps in.
• The price is dear.
• I am not sure who the buyer is. Sure, in theory, this thing will be fun on a dirt/gravel road. Sure, it looks cool. But the target market is niche.

From a driving dynamics perspective, the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Rally edition is a delight, but unless you plan on using it as intended, there's no really reason to drop the six grand over the GT.

Otherwise, this car exhibits the same pluses and minuses as Mach-Es have since launch.

Which makes it a fun to drive four-door EV that's not quite an SUV. One that is good-looking but cramped, pricey, and overdoses on touch-screen commands.

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