Ford
2025–2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
73Recurring connected costA popular electric SUV whose built-in Google Maps, Wi-Fi, and streaming sit in the Connectivity Package after a one-year trial. BlueCruise hands-free driving is a second paid plan after 90 days.
5-year connected cost
$2,951
Typical starting MSRP
$39,995
Last verified
2026-08-23
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Feature access
What still works if you never subscribe, and what the hardware does without a plan.
| Feature | Access | Plan | After trial | Works offline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Embedded navigation Connected Navigation / Google Maps is bundled in the Connectivity Package after the complimentary year. Wireless CarPlay is the no-fee path. official | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Wi-Fi hotspot official | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Audio streaming official | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Video streaming Some entertainment features work only while parked. official | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Hands-free highway driving Hardware is in the car; the hands-free feature needs an active BlueCruise plan after the trial. official | Subscription | Ford BlueCruise 3 mo trial | $495 / yr | No |
Remote start Ford app remote commands depend on an active connected-services plan after complimentary access. reported | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Remote lock & unlock reported | Subscription | Ford Connectivity Package 12 mo trial | $149.95 / yr | No |
Automatic crash / SOS 911 Assist and airbag-related emergency calling are separate from the Connectivity Package. reported | Included | — | — | Yes |
Lower-subscription vehicles
Same class or nearby price, with a lighter connected-service bill.
Bypass the paywall
Phone-based workarounds that keep the hardware you already paid for useful.
- Use wireless CarPlay or Android Auto for turn-by-turn navigation instead of paying for Ford's connected maps.
Sources
- Ford Connectivity Package
Ford · accessed Aug 23, 2026
- Ford BlueCruise pricing
Ford · accessed Aug 23, 2026
- Apple CarPlay
Apple · accessed Aug 23, 2026
- What is the Ford Connectivity Package?
Ford · accessed Aug 23, 2026