Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.The Bargain Days Are OverThe Ford Mustang Mach-E has carved out an important place in America's EV market since its launch. It even managed to outsell the gas-powered Mustang at some point, proving that buyers were willing to embrace an electric crossover carrying one of Ford's most recognizable nameplates.For months, the Mach-E was a no-brainer for anyone wanting to go electric. Zero-percent financing, tempting lease deals, and even home charging perks made it almost too good to pass up.AdvertisementAdvertisementBut things have taken a turn. The 2025 Mach-E is basically gone, and all that's left is the shiny new 2026 model – minus the killer deals. If you're thinking about financing or leasing, now might not be the moment to jump in.Buying or Leasing Now Costs Considerably MoreAccording to an analysis by CarsDirect, the 2026 Mach-E now starts at 2.9% APR for 36 months, and if you want a longer loan term, rates can reach 6.9%. Ford's still dangling up to $3,000 in savings, but you'll have to skip the free home charging station to get the full discount.By comparison, the outgoing 2025 model carried much stronger offers before inventory dried up. It featured 0% financing for up to 60 months, with low rates extending to longer loan terms as well. Employee Pricing For All also remains available through July 6, reducing the purchase price by roughly $2,000 depending on trim.According to the publication, financing a $45,000 Mach-E could cost you almost $5,500 more with the 2026 model than with the 2025 model, all thanks to those steeper interest rates.AdvertisementAdvertisementLease shoppers aren't catching a break either. The 2025 Mach-E Select was going for $257 a month, but after upfront costs, it landed at about $354. The 2026 version? Try $508 a month – nearly 44% pricier.FordQuestions About the Mach-E's FutureThese price hikes come at a curious moment for the Mach-E. It's still one of Ford's most famous EVs, but word is it won't be moving to Ford's new Universal EV Platform.Ford said that the new architecture was developed from a clean sheet to maximize efficiency, confirming that it won't underpin the Mustang Mach-E. Instead, the platform is expected to debut with an affordable midsize electric pickup priced at around $30,000.The Mach-E is still rolling on the GE1 platform from 2021, and it looks like a full redesign won't happen until late in the decade. Ford's got its work cut out, trying to keep the Mach-E fresh against newer rivals while gearing up for its next batch of budget-friendly EVs.AdvertisementAdvertisementFor now, the Mustang Mach-E is still a key player in Ford's EV game. But if you're shopping today, holding out for better deals might be your best bet.Cole AttishaView the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Jun 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.