Ford unveils official Police version of the electric Mustang Mach-E

Ford has unveiled a factory Police version of its electric Mustang SUV, dubbed the Mustang Mach-E Special Service Vehicle (SSV). 

It marks the first time an official fleet conversion has been undertaken on the EV, instead of a re-fitted civilian version. 

According to Ford, this SSV starts life as a base model Mustang Mach-E Select, but its battery is swapped for a range-topping 91kWh unit. 

It also gets fitted with a dual-motor all-wheel drive system. 

Power and torque outputs haven’t been revealed, but it’s unlikely that it will get the full 434kW/955Nm offered in the GT model. 

In saying this, performance is obviously somewhat of a consideration, as it has been fitted with the Brembo brakes from the GT. 

An important distinction to note is the fact the SSV badge is different from the Police Interceptor rating that Ford gives some of its other Police vehicles. 

This Mustang is designed for detectives, administrators and other members of staff to use in a non-pursuit setting. 

Reliability and usability are its two main purposes, which is clear with the larger battery, offering a longer running time. 

Ford backing its electric Mustang SUV with the SSV badge speaks to how it is standing behind electric power, and expects it to be a long-standing law enforcement tool.

As to whether or not the New Zealand Police would ever consider the Mustang Mach-E for its patrol duties? Well it’s a lot more probable now with the factory offering. 

During a recent interview with the acting fleet manager Leighton Hamlin, it became clear that nothing is seemingly off limits for the Police. 

Given this stance, if Ford starts to offer this Mustang Mach-E SSV in right-hand drive form, it’d almost be a surprise to see it not offered here.