TESTING MY STANDARD RANGE AWD MACH-E IN THE OUT OF SPEC 10% CHALLENGE

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This video details the Ford Mustang Mach-E's performance in the "10% Challenge," a test designed to measure real-world highway range after a brief DC fast charge. The reviewer, driving a 2022 Premium Standard Range AWD model, highlights that this configuration represents the lowest range and slowest charging variant in the Mach-E lineup. The test involved arriving at a charger with 10% state of charge, charging for 15 minutes, and then driving at 80 mph until the battery reached 10% again. The Mach-E achieved a peak charging speed of 107 kW, tapering to the mid-80s kW range, delivering 21.5 kWh in 15 minutes and ending with 42% state of charge. The subsequent highway drive yielded a total range of 52.5 miles before hitting 10% again, with an efficiency of 2.4 miles per kWh at 80 mph. The reviewer found the test enjoyable and a good metric for practical road trips, noting that the Mach-E's charging speed is slower than some competitors but acceptable for its class. The reviewer also suggested a future test at 70 mph to simulate East Coast driving conditions.