The Mach-E Rally Moves Better On Dirt Than The 911 Dakar (Great on the Street Too!) - TheSmokingTire

[@kappatalism4760]

Dude, make this thing into a sedan, wagon, or mustang coupe shape and its a god tier package. Ford performance once again sprinkling their magic on something that should never be this good.

[@fifthcircle1]

Wagon.... Ford could win me back with a Mach e wagon.

[@SamiP398]

Mach E rally wagon would be insanely good

[@THESLlCK]

easy to say when literally any car works on dirt

[@jerkychew899]

If Shelby would take a mach-e GT and add all the wackiness that's in the Ioniq 5 N with a $100k MSRP, they'd sell all of them.

[@dimitarttt]

Give Zack more airtime! I was excited to see how he was going to respond to drifting it around!

[@Cloxxki]

Yeah, weird to not even film that and do the outro right there.

[@EspenX]

If you look closely, you can see Zack is driving in some shots, like 12:39

[@my4cars528]

Yeah super weird. At the end of the day it's Matt's show

[@gabrieltorres4576]

Agree here

[@beeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees]

The line for a long time was that there was no real way to differentiate one ev from another because they all drove the same. It's neat that that is finally changing. Seems like the perfect daily if you live someplace where it snows

[@BillsM3]

Vaughan Gitten, Jr. did not tune this car. He had nothing to do with that. I know, as my friend Anthony Magagnoli did. He is a Ford engineer and a professional racer. He was kind enough to give me a ride at the car's SCCA Rallycross debut. What a sensational ride, and a FTD with me in it!

[@Mo-gi9br]

The same debut where they ran the overall fastest time! Wild performance and stellar driving.

[@chriswyman]

Loved seeing you guys having so much fun in this video. Long live the buddy reviews

[@Skooby59]

All i’m saying is a baby blue one of these would look fire in your collection

[@SharpTurnStudios]

Super interesting tire choice from factory. Those Michelins are incredibly common out here in the PNW - great in rain and snow but they fall off quickly in the dry. Should make this a slidey beast in any scenario if you boot it!

[@superleggera1900]

Oh yeah, these slide on command on the street

[@rowanrichardson5128]

Umm, I watched this and bought one online. Impulse buy/YOLO etc etc. I pick it up on Sunday

[@tealruby1]

see if there's a rallycross near you! Ton of fun.

[@rowanrichardson5128]

@@tealruby1 There're 2 within 45mins of me

[@j.t.553]

What do you do for a living if I may ask?

[@JimboJason]

Thanks for the review fellas. I was waiting for this one, looks like someone was having a good time!

[@_IMNNO]

Was waiting months for this video since it was mentioned on the pod. Awesome review.

[@Petrospect]

6:25 WHAT WAS THAT SEND!!!! Keep that up and you’ll run Chris Harris out of business 😂 That end section made me want one, wish we got Zack’s take-would only change the wheels. Excellent!!

[@jeremyb4493]

Those rally style wheels seem to be the latest trend, even on high end builds it seems.

[@jagtem]

The wheels make it!

[@Petrospect]

@@jagtem It's less so the design but the size of em; love that they chose them nevertheless on this! Suits the car but it could really be improved a lot.

[@e.heckscher1576]

"You can reach the limit at lower speeds." Cut to Matt reaching the limit. Good edit!

[@mogulmayhem]

this EV is PERFECT for living in Vermont. Dirt Roads. Snowy Roads. Muddy Roads.

[@boozysmurf]

You're k1llin' me here. :D I genuinely want one of these for Canadian winters. That's WAY too much fun.

[@Verknechter]

Imagine a Ioniq 5 N Rally with those tires. ❤

[@YeOldeTraveller]

I think Hyundai is working on a version. I think they call it the XRT trim.

[@GabeDeMoraes]

I’ve been unironically really looking forward to this review, feels like a great ingredient list for an awesome daily driver to combat cobblestone Boston roads.

[@joemcdonough7509]

That's what I was thinking. These should be promoted in New England and even Pennsylvania with their horrific pot hole ridden back roads.

[@timmie2k3]

I've had one since September (in Eruption Green) and, honestly, I absolutely love it. It's fantastic and just a ton of fun to drive. And I've had quite a few people randomly comment on it, it seems like other people like the look of it too. I'm actually really looking forward to getting some snow this year lol.

[@elliotcarter3016]

Long time podcast listener and fan from back in the Drive days here to give you guys some love on the YT. Hoping you guys continue to make great content and that the ads start looking up. Love seeing real enthusiasts using EVs for enthusiast things, you guys seemed like you were having a genuine blast.

[@mattewalker_]

Loved the podcast review and video review of this thing! Like Zack said on the pod, Americans still don’t understand Rally, hopefully that’ll yield some cash on the hood if Matt gets back into a Mach-E!

[@tpop3723]

An all electric rally would be great.

[@hhaste]

This is the only EV I really like currently and I normally _hate_ SUV's, hatchbacks, shooting brakes.. anything like that.

[@trentongoble5789]

👍

[@williampisano7573]

Because ford did not kill the v8 mustang ???

[@tyler9703]

Why do you hate hatchbacks and shooting brakes?

[@jayem8981]

So you hate practical vehicles? You must not have kids.

[@j.t.553]

Wagons for the win

[@felipe7112]

Thank for the review. The car looks fantastic!

[@sickset]

Love this vid, you guys looked like you were having an absolute blast. Will need the footage of Zack's run!

[@rezataheri3755]

This is a GREAT video. The pure kiddish joy voiced over car slides. This video absolutely made me want one even though I don't trust Ford. It's a shame the algorithm won't reward a job well done. This is one of the most genuine positive reviews I've seen in a long time.

[@kassidycohen136]

Love the vid!! Would have loved to see Zack’s enjoyment drifting as well

[@jeremyb4493]

That color reminds me of the crayon i never used as a child

[@nicu37]

Dang I actually want one of these now!

[@lunaz3698]

4:10 the yellow jacket /wasp /hornet is a nice accent 😍🐝 the camera blurs around the car yellow but picks this up nicely. so happy this comes in other colors also, zach looks high as a fk kite 🤣

[@benda18]

I bought a Bolt this summer with a set of those cross climate tires on it. They haven't been bad in NC for the hot months. They kick ass in the rain and i just drove through the mountains last weekend with snow and they were very confidence-inspiring. I don't think the knock on efficiency is enough to worry about and i drive like 5,000 miles per month. These might become my new favorite tires depending on if we ever have winter again here in the SE.

[@markcoopers1930]

Those are some excellent slo-mo shots in the dust

[@ZeGermanHam]

Kinda interesting that Ford chose the Michelin CrossClimate2 tire for this vehicle. It's a fantastic tire in the snow, which has been proven to be nearly as capable as a true dedicated snow tire. In some ways it makes sense for Ford to use a snow biased tire on this vehicle, but I didn't expect to see it here. I've been using the CrossClimate2 on my Subaru for a bunch of years and it's an incredible severe weather "all season" tire.

[@johnmac609]

Thing kinda rules

[@masterofdisaster666]

Now just need gears and the e-handbrake. I want a tall sequential type shifter like a full rally car

[@SKOMPAS]

Saying those tires are “long lasting” is one of those sales lines, technically if you are really gentle on them they will last quite well and have okay grip in all conditions, in the real world a couple of corners in summer and the treads melt!

[@ragweedmakesmesneeze]

These are well-reviewed "all weather" tires that both have the 3 peak mountain snow flake certification, but unlike pure winter tires, are also meant to keep on your vehicle year round. There are a TON of reviews about the Michelin Cross Climate 2s online.

[@lunarweasel]

I have these on my 22 WRX. Have lasted nicely, great in all conditions. I had zero expectations of solid high performance with them, but they are predictable at the limit. The limit is higher than I thought too. I have 15k miles on them and would get again in a heartbeat.

[@SKOMPAS]

@@ragweedmakesmesneeze this is all true but I’m just saying my experience was on a warm summer day they disintegrated, I know it’s my fault for not having summer tires but all season really means cold weather tire

[@ragweedmakesmesneeze]

@@SKOMPAS Interesting, I didn't realize that you had a specific experience with the CC2 tires. I thought you were commenting generally on how long pure winter tires would last in the summer.

[@FernandoSosaIndustries]

This is a cool video !! You guys are having fun and enjoying the car… no serious “go” at the car… just good times like in the early days testing a “modified” version of something

[@VS666]

lmao, the horse noises. honestly pretty sick car i know it sucks to try and make these cars "fun" and move more units. i think most people dialed into the market know how many thousands of these cars are sitting on the lots. i'm a Ford guy and i'd consider this as a work commuter, the lease rates aren't too shabby. plus i gotta have the cool version of whatever car I get haha

[@jimbradshaw4261]

Great video chaps, thanks!!!!

[@sholehan]

Interesting that the Michelin Cross Climate seemed to be a 'new' product to you guys - here in Europe they hold an almost mythical/Godlike status, to the point where the word 'cross climate' has almost transcended past all-season like Hoover and Biro.

[@ArtifexBarbarus]

Yeah, all these reviewers raving about the springs seem unaware of the fact that half of difference in the ride between the Rally and the GT is the fact taht the Rally has *sidewalls*... Too many people out there running 20" wheels with rubberband tires like the Model Y and complaining about their ride... :-)

[@ThePaintballParadise]

This should have been the approach to the focus RS. I bought my RS new in 2017 and am now considering selling it as I reach a new phase in life where I want comfort and performance. I'm currently considering a GLC 63.

[@markcoopers1930]

GLC coupes are heinous.

[@SamiP398]

Mind blowing how that car moves around almost like a dirt bike, if I'm ever going to buy an EV it would have to be a mach e rally.

[@TheSmokingTire]

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[@bradmay8969]

You're making me want one Matt!

[@jd-py5nm]

this is one of the best EVs

[@Miata822]

Love the suspension. Love the wheels.

[@JonathanEzor]

I so wish I could afford to swap my 2022 GE (non-PE) for a Rally. My wife hates the GT's suspension (and I can't blame her). Thanks, Matt and Zach!

[@DougJosephDMJ]

I have those Michelin tires on my 2016 Explorer. They are fantastic for an All Weather Option.

[@GagootzGuy]

This was sick

[@Shellbackrc]

If I were to buy an EV this is the only one that's worth owning great review!

[@johndiamantis1031]

Great video, and review.

[@RadDadisRad]

Super fun. Needs Outlander tires for offroad. The CC2 are great for the Midwest.

[@Elmer_RedEagle]

Oh nice, Ive been running the cross climates for years, the OG and the 2S on my Camry for about 200k, on my 4th set and they are amazing in the PNW.

[@CarGuy11]

Does it only drift like that in Rally Sport mode?

[@VenomousGarage]

Very cool video. I think this one should be your next daily driver Matt/Zack.

[@BryceLovesTech]

Think about this, you can get a used MachE GT for $26K now. That’s an incredible value.

[@DiscoR53]

WORK TIME FUN 6:26! If every sporty EV did this it would be great.

[@AllSpeed]

Theres a Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Upgrade available for the GT but standard on the Rally that ups the torque to 700ftlbs with an upgraded front motor.

[@CarGuy11]

The suspension should change in different drive modes but can you ask Ford?

[@brad659]

Not convinced that vacuum was even turned on 😂

[@mikeypv6]

It definitely would of been easier to take the mat out and tap it outside than that hoover 😅

[@davect01]

Or plugged in

[@Vurlo]

The vacuum sucks

[@blueman5924]

can’t believe he didn’t use a round fuzzy brush on the carbon fibre.😂

[@Downsh1ft]

@@Vurlo it’s doesn’t, that’s the problem.

[@wobblysauce]

Jr was saying about the Rall-E having something up its sleeve.

[@hangpilot1200]

Standard Ford... I went to their website to build out the Rally, and not of the Option buttons work yet 🤔

[@NISMOelite]

Nice Doxa Matt

[@petetofani4896]

If I was in the market for a $60k off-road electric car I would put this on the list.

[@TheTReed78]

This is literally 2018 tesla model 3 perf track mode tech, but its still cool it comes ready to rock... looks great, great video guys.

[@velocity5629]

Love the DOXA pairing with the Mach-E Rally!

[@VanderJam]

I wish we could've seen Zach drive 😢

[@iantownsend500]

The perfect EV for uk roads

[@Baimobile7]

I hate the concept of a “Mustang” name being on this thing, but I want to experience one of these purely because of the Rally package, but I do wonder if they made it a package instead of a trim level so they didn’t have to re-crash test it. Maybe I’m talking BS but that’s my immediate thought.

[@streamius]

Slower with the good suspension sounds like Tremor.

[@Callediceman]

Hey Matt, you rocking a doxa?

[@kenwolf2431]

The 2025 give you color choice on the wheels, heat pump too and lower price.

[@awkpanda]

Doxa? Dirt+fish? Dirtfish Rally School? Nice.

[@brightworksdetailing9746]

I just saw the vacuum at costco

[@AnythingEvil78]

I wanna see what happens if I put those tyres on my e transit and hit the dirt . . .

[@kernplace37]

Coolest Ford Product

[@BrendanEvan]

I wish you could delete the stripes but otherwise, wow!

[@gabrieltorres4576]

I wouldve liked to see zach’s opinion on the dirt

[@RayoAtra]

that is the dopest the mach-e has been so far.

[@paynelcasey]

honestly if i had to buy an EV right now. it would be the Mustang Mach-E

[@dbeckMSP]

Fords configuration doesn’t have that yellow which is so sad. Is it not available in real life?

[@teertaa]

never liked this decision giving mustang name to this suv or giant hatchback depends on the perspective. Tbf this is way closer to focus than mustang imo. Still ford relatively did a good job with the mach e

[@NicC63]

Glad ford found another car no one will buy and will depreciate heavily

[@eliaswreford4523]

Damnit. Now I’m going to have to go drive this thing because I could buy one as a daily for the lady. 🤦🏽

[@douglascoleman5588]

If you know what happened here, you know this isn't hype. This is dialed.

[@wkkirvida]

Can we see a frozen lake review for us Minnesotans?

[@stephenstrussvideo]

Hell yeah.

[@JulianGonzalez1974]

I am NOT and EV fan but this is the one I would buy if I had to. I would skip the Taycan, Tesla and Lucid. This would be great in CO where I live.

[@laloajuria4678]

bc ur not smart?

[@russellzauner]

next up - the dakar audi qtron

[@Shirtsurf]

Cyber Matt!

[@Shmodizz]

I wanted to see Zach drive

[@jshumphress13]

Me want. Me have no where to use its features. 😢.

[@TheTankss]

Love it

[@k-dog7013]

Solid chouce by Ford with the Michelins. I have them on a tuned XC70 I drive like a rally car and they have average grip, but keep that same grip level no matter the road surface or weather

[@drtone]

Another OEM variant that confirms the malignant idiocy of major manufacturers. Raised ride height, softer suspension, smaller wheel/tire and a pig like an electric car atrocity drives and rides like a proper street car offering should. Bizzaro world of intentional incompetent corporations point proven. There is no excuse for the crap ride and handling of any and all new cars made, other than inadequate design, implementation and complete monopolistic criminality in poorly rendered products foisted upon the customer.

[@sterlingchafey8425]

I bought two of those vacuums from your last video. I use them everyday, super handy.

[@jairoobregon1245]

What about mud,,,,,🤔🤔

[@themidnighttavern6784]

Hot take: The mach-e is a great car, even with the mustang branding. It looks great, it's as fast as a gt 500 at lower speeds, it apparently handles very well, and it's really not an SUV. It's more of a hot hatch in terms of height and how it looks. The mach-e is basically the electric focus RS Ford never made. As a massive mustang enthusiast, the idea of multiple mustang models doesn't bother me as long as the name is on fairly sporty models that look good.

[@Deetroiter]

That isn’t a $63,000 vehicle…before stealerships get their markup in. Helllllll no!

[@themogget8808]

Putting any color other than Grabber Blue on a Mach E is a mistake

[@AJpro88]

does it have rws?

[@seanscott7120]

Guinness