Should I upgrade my Mach E or move on?

[FME]

So, Ford is going to buy back my 2021 Premium AWD Ext battery Mach E.

Multiple software issues but I will say this, the car never hasn't run, but I don't think there's been a day I got in this car that I didn't have to reset something with the software.

I really like this car but worry about software more than anything.
I can take an offer to have them buy the car back, replace it with any other vehicle, or another Mach E.

I drove a 2024 Premium AWD Ext battery this afternoon and it's great!

Any 2024 owners having issues?

I really like the Mach E but don't want to get stuck, again.

Any suggestions?

Thanks for any input.

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[ChasingCoral]

Rally?

 

[Phil-Springs]

Yeah go with Rally

 

[FME]

Yeah go with Rally

Ha! I wish they had one!

 

[ARK]

I think the Mach-E got hit with a lot of new vehicle issues because it was a totally new platform, a relatively new type of powertrain for Ford (EV), and a brand new infotainment system (Sync 4).

If you like the vehicle, and the Mach-E is a great vehicle, I don't think the average 2024 Mach-E is likely to face anywhere near the same number of gremlins as a 2021 Mach-E did.

 

[thekat03]

I have a 2023 CR1 with over 22,000 miles on it. Rare software issues, but all transient. The car has generally been great. I think first model years of a really new car unfortunately risk having more issues, but after a couple years, the worst of the gremlins usually are worked out. I would probably get that 2024 if I needed to replace my car.

 

[B177y]

I have a 2023 CR1 with over 22,000 miles on it. Rare software issues, but all transient. The car has generally been great. I think first model years of a really new car unfortunately risk having more issues, but after a couple years, the worst of the gremlins usually are worked out. I would probably get that 2024 if I needed to replace my car.

I also have a '23 CR1 and share the above sentiments.

Software has been solid for me. I did have a charge port that needed to be replaced under warranty that took 3 months to get from Ford. That part of the supply chain seems to be better now.

I was navigating the buyback options just like you are now while I was waiting for that charge port. I was going to replace my MME with another MME, but ended up getting the repair finished before the buyback happened, so I kept the CR1.

 

[FME]

Thanks guys. I appreciate the input.

I drove all the Tesla comparisons before buying the Mach E and think the Mach E is a better built car and I even own Tesla stock. Ford just really needs step up their game with the software.

Does anyone know if the suspension has changed from 2021-2024? I swear the 2024 wasn't as rigid.

 

[2FlyMache]

Either I got lucky or you just got a bad car but I have had zero software issues with my car. Have 70K on it and it still drives like a dream. I've had all the recalls done with no issues after. Sorry for the issues you had with yours but I agree, I would get a 24, maybe a GT this time around since the range is similar to mine

 

[Maquis]

Thanks guys. I appreciate the input.

I drove all the Tesla comparisons before buying the Mach E and think the Mach E is a better built car and I even own Tesla stock. Ford just really needs step up their game with the software.

Does anyone know if the suspension has changed from 2021-2024? I swear the 2024 wasn't as rigid.

There was an earlier thread about improvements for 2024. Suspension was one that was mentioned. Should also have better 0-60 time.

 

[Bruboy]

I think a lot of the gremlins that you have experienced have been addressed. You see a lot less complaints from 2023 and of course 2024 because it's so new. If you really enjoy the MME, then I would do the 24 PREM or even a 24 GT because the Magnaride is standard. Of course all that depends on how you feel when driving them and the best deal that you can work. Good Luck.

 

[VaporTrails]

I can only say that my 2023 has not had to go back to the dealer for anything beyond 10k standard service. I have had no issues that rebooting sync did not fix immediately. The one problem I had with PaaK was traced back to user-error. I have Magneride, so I will sit out the suspension discussion. BlueCruise with lane change is awesome and I have used it on a number of road trips.

My only whine is that there is no manufacturer-supported trailer capacity. I would like that.

 

[Detroit33]

When you say, "replace with any other vehicle", what do you mean? There must be some MSRP limit they've put on you, or this discussion would be much different, I think.

 

[sci_goat]

Sorry to hear of your software issues. I have the same model.
i think it’s worth noting that if you go with another Mach-E, the software should work better, but will probably always be slow. I think they chose an under-powered processor for SYNC.

 

[Womps]

I won’t consider another Mach E if they don’t improve the ride. I don’t need more power and 10 extra miles of range that the 24 models have won’t make a difference for me. I’m just tired of the bucking bronco ride.

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