If you want a frunk with your 2026 Mustang Mach-E, it won’t be free. Ford is charging extra for the front trunk on 2026 models.
Ford drops the free frunk for the 2026 Mustang Mach-E
Ford said it wanted to lower EV prices, but didn’t say it would charge extra for a basic frunk. Since electric vehicles don’t have a massive internal combustion engine to cool, most have an extra storage space up front.
For the 2026 Mustang Mach-E, Ford is charging an additional $495 to add the frunk. The frunk is now listed under “Exterior Options,” alongside other upgrades such as molded splash guards (+$340), bumper protection (+$165), and a custom windshield sunscreen (+$140).
Why is Ford charging extra? Speaking with The Electric Duo in December, Teddy Ankeny, Ford’s new Mustang Mach-E brand manager, said it was to help drivers save a little on upfront EV costs.
Ford found that drivers were not using the frunk as much as they had expected, so the company made it an optional feature for the 2026 Mach-E.
The 2026 Mustang Mach-E GT is about $1,000 cheaper than the outgoing model, starting at $53,395. The base Mach-E Select RWD is priced from $37,795, the same as the 2025 model year. Ford also added a new California Edition to the 2026 Mustang Mach-E lineup for the first time, starting at $55,890.
The new California Edition features a unique Rave Blue color scheme to differentiate it from the two-door Mustang.
| 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E trim | Starting Price* | Driving Range |
| Mustang Mach-E Select RWD Standard Range | $37,795 | 260 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Select AWD Standard Range | $40,795 | 240 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Select AWD Extended Range | $46,075 | 300 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Premium RWD Standard Range | $40,595 | 260 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Standard Range | $43,595 | 240 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Premium RWD Extended Range | $45,345 | 320 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Premium AWD Extended Range | $48,345 | 300 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E GT | $53,395 | 280 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E GT California Edition | $55,890 | 280 miles |
| Mustang Mach-E Rally | $57,690 | 255 miles |
Built on the Mach-E GT, the special edition model packs 480 horsepower, 700 lb-ft of torque, and an EPA-estimated driving range of 280 miles.
Ford also extended its Power Promise program through March, offering EV buyers a free Level 2 home charger with standard installation, 24/7 live electric vehicle support, roadside assistance, and an 8-year, 100,000-mile battery warranty. For those who already have a home charger, you can opt for a $2,000 cash bonus.
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