--- title: "Watch the Ford Mustang Mach-E Flub the Moose Test" description: "When it comes to handling emergency maneuvers, the Ford Mustang Mach-E leaves something to be desired." date: "2021-09-29" modified: "2021-09-29" authors: - name: "Lewin Day" job_title: "Contributor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/lewin-day" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/42572/watch-the-ford-mustang-mach-e-flub-the-moose-test" categories: - "Car Tech" - "Electric Vehicles" - "Ford News" - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Watch This" tags: - "Electric Vehicle" - "Ford" - "Mustang Mach-E" - "suv/crossover" --- # Watch the Ford Mustang Mach-E Flub the Moose Test ![]() *\www.thedrive.com\* The Ford Mustang Mach-E has found many fans since its launch for the 2021 model year. Since then, it's faced some controversy around its [drag performance](), and now, its performance in the moose test. It seems the Mustang Mach-E may not live up to the dynamic capabilities of its competitors, [as reported by *Ford Authority*]()*.* The moose test is a straightforward evaluation of vehicle stability during emergency maneuvers. Vehicles must approach a series of cones, which mark out a simulated obstacle and the edges of a road. The driver must approach the course and then swerve around the obstacle, simulating cases such as a moose walking into the road or a car suddenly reversing. The vehicle is tested on the course at increasing speeds until it either loses control or knocks down cones, indicating it has left the 'roadway.' [In testing run by Teknikens Värld](), the Ford Mustang Mach-E performed poorly in comparison to its competition. The electric SUV showed significant rear-end instability, taking out cones at a speed of just 42.3 mph. Ramping up the speed higher only made things worse, with the Mach-E leaving the road area entirely when negotiating the course at 44.7 mph. Reporter Linus Pröjtz noted that the stability control of the Mach-E wasn't doing enough to keep the car under control. "The ESC system is to blame. It should work... in a much more aggressive way to limit the rear end," said Pröjtz. https://youtube.com/embed/2PTOBc883zg In comparison, a Tesla Model Y put through the same test was able to handle the course at 46.6 mph without touching a single cone. As seen in the video above, the Model Y corners around the obstacle without hanging out the rear-end nearly as much. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 also passes the test cleanly at 44.7 mph, again showing much less instability and giving an impression of far greater control. ![message-editor%2F1632957507505-dmy.jpg]() *The Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Ioniq 5 both passed the test at higher speeds., *YouTube/Teknikens Värld** While it's commonly known as the moose test, it has a far broader applicability than that. Whether its getting cut off by a car suddenly merging ahead or a child running out in front of traffic, these sorts of hazards occur all the time. Having a car that can stay under control when a driver is forced to swerve suddenly can make all the difference when it comes to [avoiding a serious accident](). Ford might want to revisit the tuning of the Mach-E's stability program to see if it could be sharpened up a touch. *Got a tip? Let the author know: lewin@thedrive.com* ## Author Lewin Day is a contributing writer tackling everything from breaking news after the offices empty out to sharing feature articles on wrenching, robotics, and the trials and tribulations of being a down-to-earth car enthusiast. He lives in Adelaide, Australia. ### Author social links [LinkedIn]() [Twitter]()