Not an eight-cylinder sports car, but Ford's first battery-electric SUV is behind the Mustang Mach-E.

Almost 2000 customers in Germany have so far opted for the 4.71 meter long, four-door electric crossover with 269 to 351 hp.

The top version GT with 487 hp and 860 Newton meters of torque that is now being presented can certainly compete with the famous role model and namesake in terms of its performance.

In 4.4 seconds, the two electric machines on the front and rear axles catapult the 2.3-ton five-seater from a standstill to 100 km / h.

On a first trip, the power-driven Mustang impressed with a snappy acceleration, precise steering and powerful brakes.

The all-wheel drive completes overtaking maneuvers at a relaxed trot, while the adaptive chassis is sporty and taut at a wild gallop over bumpy country roads.

Three drive programs not only change the characteristics of the steering, accelerator pedal and damping, but also send different amounts of torque to the rear wheels.

An additional driving mode reserved for the GT is only intended for almost unbridled use on the racetrack.

Ford has limited the top speed to 200 km / h, after all, with an electric car, no matter how sporty it is, it's always about range.

The battery with a net capacity of 88 kWh provides energy for up to 490 kilometers. Ford specifies power consumption as 20.0 kWh per 100 kilometers. Anyone who shuts down the Mach-E GT too often has to reckon with significantly more and charge accordingly more often. The battery can be charged to 80 percent at a 150 kW fast charging station within 45 minutes, says Ford. Externally, the most powerful electric horse differs in its matt gray polycarbonate grille, high-sheen 20-inch wheels with red-painted Brembo brake calipers and the two exclusive ones Cyber ​​Orange and Atoll Blue Metallic paintwork reserved for the GT from its more civilian brothers.

The modern interior with a 15.5-inch, upright touchscreen monitor in the GT was complemented by perfectly fitting performance sports seats in Alcantara.

The most powerful electric Mustang costs 72,900 euros minus subsidies.