Ford's Gas Mustang Almost Exceeded Sales of Its Entire Electric Vehicle Range, Which Speaks Volumes | Carscoops

      Ford sold just 40 more electric vehicles (EVs) across three model lines than gas-powered Mustangs in November.

      Combustion Mustang sales nearly doubled to 4,207 units during the month.

      In total, Ford sold 4,247 units of the F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, and E-Transit.

      Although EVs appear stronger year-to-date, they have declined more sharply than the Mustang.

      Is the now 61-year-old gas-powered Mustang still relevant in 2025? American consumers seem to think so, based on recent sales data. The pony car, produced by Ford since the time of the Beatles, is now competing closely with the company's entire electric lineup, reminiscent of a tight quarter-mile face-off between a Z28 and a Boss 302.

      As per Ford's recently released sales figures for November, the gas-powered Mustang achieved 4,207 sales, while the combined total for Ford's three EV models was only 4,247, creating a gap of just 40 cars.

      Mustang sales surged by 78.6 percent compared to the previous November, while EV sales saw a significant decline.

      What happened to the EVs?

      The Mach-E experienced a nearly 50 percent drop to 3,014 units, the F-150 Lightning fell 72 percent to just 1,006, and the E-Transit plummeted by over 80 percent to 227, numbers likely impacted by the loss of federal tax credits that ended in September.

      It’s worth noting that while the short-term comparison looks unfavorable for EVs, the situation is different when looking at the entire year. Year-to-date, Ford EVs have accounted for 78,556 sales, while the Mustang stands at 40,870.

      However, the electric lineup is down 7.3 percent compared to the same period last year, whereas Mustang sales have remained relatively stable, declining only 1.6 percent.

      Despite this, American drivers have not completely turned away from electrification, as hybrid sales increased by 13.6 percent to 16,301 units in November and have risen by 19.4 percent to 206,497 for the year. This means Ford has sold three times as many hybrids this year as EVs.

      Any bright spots beyond the Mustang?

      Aside from the gas versus electric debate, there were a few noteworthy performers. The Explorer saw a remarkable 41.5 percent increase in November sales, reaching nearly 20,226 units, even as it celebrates its sixth anniversary this year.

      The Ranger also performed well, with a 35.8 percent rise as the midsize truck continues its resurgence.

      The Maverick has also emerged as a strong performer, with a 43.3 percent increase for the month and nearly a 12 percent rise for the year. On the Lincoln side, the news wasn't as positive, with brand sales dropping 12.3 percent in November, though the Navigator increased by 42.9 percent in the first 11 months of 2025.

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