The regular Ford Mustang Mach-E is a capable electric SUV, but what Ford is bringing to the 2025 Pikes Peak Hill Climb is on a whole different level. Dubbed the Super Mach-E, this custom-built racing machine was engineered specifically for the iconic mountain race. It is not just an EV SUV; it is a track-ready, electric racing vehicle that has more power than many supercars and more downforce than most pickups.
It’s fast, it’s aggressive, and it has one mission: get to the top faster than anyone else.
Not Your Regular Electric SUV
You won’t find this version of the Mach-E in showrooms all over town or quietly gliding through neighborhoods. This race-only demo was developed in collaboration with Ford Performance and racing company STARD and was intentionally built to tackle every one of the 156 turns of Pikes Peak—one of the most treacherous and challenging hill climbs in existence.
This version stands apart from the regular production models thanks to a host of unique, performance-focused upgrades.
- Aggressive aero body package, including giant wings and splitters
- Specialized race suspension and brake system
- Completely stripped and race ready interior
- A special electric drivetrain, not found in any production vehicle
This is far more than just a test vehicle. It is a bold declaration of where Ford intends to take electric performance.
1,421 HP and a Whole Lot of Grip
Now we get to the crazy part: the Super Mach-E is rated at 1,421 horsepower. The three STARD electrical motors can send power to all four wheels instantaneously.
And here's the double insane part, the downforce is 6,900 lb at 150 mph. That's roughly what a fully loaded Ford F-250 weighs pressing this super Mach-E into the road. More downforce means more grip, which means this Mach-E can fly around corners like it was glued to the asphalt.
Why is this important:
- More power = faster acceleration
- More downforce = better handling
- Better handling + acceleration = possible records
This car is not just designed for going fast in a straight line, it's designed to lap types at altitude.
Built to a Purpose (and Built Quickly)
You might assume it took years to develop this advanced vehicle, but it was designed and assembled in seven months by teams in both the U.S. and Europe. Ford didn't just assemble parts; everything was engineered to fit this specific scenario.
Some of the technology highlights:
- 799 volt high-performance battery system
- 50 kWh lithium polymer battery optimized for energy bursts
- Carbon-carbon racing brakes (usually reserved for elite racing vehicles)
- Forged magnesium wheels with Pirelli sticky slicks
- 710kW regenerative braking to give energy back during hard deceleration
Even the cooling systems and electrical management have been redesigned to deal with the high-altitude heat and stress of the climb.
In the Driver's Seat is a Hill Climb Hero
At the helm is Romain Dumas, inarguably, an icon in the mountain racing scene. The 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak is no stranger to him - the fun-loving Frenchman has records and a host of wins to his credit including driving Ford's 2023 SuperVan and 2024 SuperTruck. And this year he is back with the Mach-E Supercar, hoping to once again stretch the envelope of electric racing.
Dumas claimed the car was "a different beast", implying it is as crazy and reactive as anything he has driven before. On race day, Dumas' speed is dependent on his experience and abilities.
Ford Pikes Peak Mach-E Specification
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Why This Will Matter to Everyday Drivers
While this Mach-E won't make it to the rodeo selling to the public, Ford is using builds like this to test the future of EV technology. Think of it as an electric laboratory on wheels. The results of the Pikes Peak project - dynamics of heat management, regen braking energy use and power distribution - will likely be incorporated into the next generation Mach-E, F-150 Lightning, or eventually Mustang.
This car tells two huge stories:
- EVs can be performance as well as environmentally friendly
- Ford is committed to innovating electric racing.
Conclusion
Powered by the thrill of competition, Ford’s Pikes Peak Mach-E isn’t just a performance vehicle—it’s an act. It shows how far electric performance has come and where it is going. With 1,421 horsepower and nearly 7,000 pounds of downforce, with advanced technology developed at the top of a mountain, it is made to do more than race and win; this beast is designed to elicit innovation across future EVs.
For gearheads, EV purists, or anyone interested in reading about remarkable engineering, the Mach-E at Pikes Peak was a reminder that EVs can be loud—loud in attitude, not noise. And with Romain Dumas behind the wheel, we are all a little more excited to find out if the rubber meets the road on June 22.
Source(Image / Thumbnail): carscoops
