Ford's latest electric vehicle is the first addition in 55 years to its lineup of Mustangs ? the classic American cars known for their powerful engines.
The Mustang Mach-E is an SUV rather than a sports car, but the automaker aims to bring the brand's associations with style and speed to its new fully electric vehicle.
It is the first all-electric model to be introduced into the Mustang family, marking a significant change from the vehicle type's reputation as a high-performance "muscle car".

"Ever since the original Mustang took the world by storm in 1964, it quickly came to represent the best of the American spirit: freedom, progress, fast performance and a touch of rebellion," said the automaker.
"Now, Mustang is ready to reimagine these ideas for a powerful electric future," it added. The Mach-E has a targeted minimum range of 300 miles, a 332 horsepower and 417 pound-foot of torque.

Ford is also offering a high-performance version of the car ? the Mustang Mach-E GT ? which has a targeted acceleration of zero to 60 miles per hour in less than four seconds and an estimated 459 horsepower.
While this is less than many electric sports cars on the market, it is more than other family cars.

Both Mach-E models will have the option of an extended-range battery that can deliver at least 300 miles on a single charge in rear-wheel drive.
Both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive versions are available, with all-wheel drive reducing the battery ra...