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Originally Posted by bcuzracecarz
Seriously debating getting the wife the Mach E. Reviews have all for the most part been positive, going to drive one this week to see how it is. Will update once I drive it
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Checking back in, now that I've had a good go in both the Model Y (about an hour test drive), and the Mach E (had an overnight test drive so about 20 hours with the car). Model Y was the standard Duel Motor, the Mach E was a comparable AWD long range, so as close as you'll get for both power and range for both.
Price - Model Y - $69k (Duel motor before options) Mach E - $72k (AWD Extended Range model)
First Impressions:
Model Y - Love the look of the model y, the "Fish face" doesn't bother me at all and love the wide hips of the rear. Interior is simple as most of you know, but clean and plenty of storage. The main screen, being the only display in the car, is easy to use and has quick response time. Storage is ample for a midsize SUV and the rear storage below the floor is awesome.
Mach E - Another great looking SUV, the large front end gives it a much more aggressive look compared to the model y, lack of door handles only adds to its sleekness. Display in front of the wheel showing speed and other important information is great, however the screen response time was pretty slow and laggy at times which was annoying. Tons of interior storage and feels much bigger than it looks from the outside.
Driving impressions -
Both have more than enough power for daily driving, absolutely no issue with either of them. Overtaking at hwy speeds is very easy and smooth delivery.
The initial take off from a stop at lights is much smoother with the tesla as the ford has a slight jerk when the brake is released, same goes for coming to a stop with one pedal driving turned on. Tesla has perfected the one pedal where as ford needs a little refining I thought. Driving around I did not have an issue with Teslas screen being the only way to show speed or information, my wife on the other hand preferred the Ford when it came to having a screen right in front of your face (This was her first time driving an EV so the interior was more comparable to normal car so take that into account). Cornering they both felt great for a midsize SUV and were smooth without a shit ton of body roll, Ford felt a little more planted in that respect however, but only slightly. Ride quality is good in both, not amazing. Comfortable but definitely stiff over larger bumps compared to our current 2017 Hyundai Tucson.
Storage I felt the Y was much more useable, especially in the trunk space, the rear hatch design of the Mach E is quite sloped so even with the floor moved to its lower setting, still looked a little cramped (I threw my 60lb Lab in the back of each quickly to see if she approved, Model Y was the winner in her books).
Thoughts after a day or 2 -
Loved both, would be more than happy with the RWD Mach E that starts at just over $50k, however the range (330kms or so) and only being RWD (since my wife and 2 kids will be in it during winter) might be an issue. Once you spec the Mach E out to be the same as a Model Y, it's about the same price and that kinda takes away the allure of the Mach E for me. The little things that annoyed me in the Mach E were the screen being super slow and the doors not always opening when pushing the button.
Model Y with their charging network (although its opening up to everyone soon) as well as their experience in the space already (brushing out the little kinks), is my winner.
Wife impressions -
Since these are everyday family vehicles figure I'd throw in what my wife thinks since she would be the one driving it most.
Model Y was her clear winner, loved the interior simplicity once she got used to it, said she could get used to only looking at the screen for information. She really liked the interior of the Mach E as there was tons of space even with the kids seats behind her but the model Y she felt more comfortable in. Wasn't a huge fan of how long the hood is on the Mach E and the rear window is a little small for her liking (sloping angle didn't help). Driving them both, Model Y she loved, Mach E there were too many little things she didn't like.
Bit of a long one but figured I might as well share my experience with them since they're both pretty big players in the EV SUV game right now. Cheers
