In an effort to cut costs and keep prices in check, Ford has decided to eliminate several features.
To reduce production costs and maintain pricing, Ford has chosen to remove a number of storage features that, according to the company, most owners rarely used.
The first major cut is the front trunk, or “frunk,” a signature advantage of many electric vehicles. While the Mach-E is still technically designed to accommodate a front trunk, for the 2026 model year it is no longer standard equipment and is now offered only as a paid option.
Ford says its analysis of real-world usage showed that most owners barely used the space, allowing the company to lower costs by making it optional.
As a result, the GT version is now about $1,000 cheaper than the 2025 model, while the base price of the Mach-E remains unchanged at $37,795.
The frunk isn’t the only casualty. Card pockets on the backs of the front seats have been completely removed from the cabin. While they were standard on all trims in 2025, they’re gone for 2026 with no option to add them back, even at extra cost.
Ford has not yet issued an official comment on this specific change, but the broader cost-cutting strategy—especially in the EV segment—appears clear.
There are some upsides as well. One of the more noticeable updates is the addition of conventional door handles on the rear doors. While they still operate via an electronic latch, it’s a step forward compared to the previous hidden designs.
How buyers will respond to these changes should become clear over the next year. For now, Ford is staying quiet, but interest in the updated Mach-E is likely to be intense.