Fathom top trim model will be priced @ high $30K range

[Furai]

Andrew Frick, president of Ford’s Model e division, recently told the Detroit Free Press that the top Fathom model will be priced under $40K.

“The starting price of $28,350 is just that,” Frick said. “We’ll have a range that goes to the high $30,000 range. And we’ll have a couple of different offerings within that."​

Frick said more details on the various trims / models will come closer to launch.

Public version of article (via Apple News):
https://apple.news/A7o5ygz_wRFqmYAz9tD1rbw

 

[commadorebob]

If "fully loaded" is in the $38K range, I'm still interested in seeing what's not included to reach that price.

 

[klossfam]

If "fully loaded" is in the $38K range, I'm still interested in seeing what's not included to reach that price.

That's my concern. I drive a 2022 Lightning Lariat with the 511 and every option...plus all the Forscan mods I could muster... I'm used to having lots of THINGS! I'd pay $50k if the platform is truly good and loaded with useful options.

 

[red_blazer]

I have a Honda Accord Hybrid Touring and the MSRP for the top trim is just over 40k. The base MSRP is 28,500 plus destination. It is possible the Lariat or whatever the best trim Fathom will be is fairly well equipped.

 

[graycorgi]

If "fully loaded" is in the $38K range, I'm still interested in seeing what's not included to reach that price.

The longer they go without mentioning specs, the more I suspect that a big omission to hit that price point is going to be decent DC charging speeds.

 

[klossfam]

The longer they go without mentioning specs, the more I suspect that a big omission to hit that price point is going to be decent DC charging speeds.

As long as 150kw, then only the charging curve matters. The battery will be relatively small. I've had 800V Hyundais, 400V GM/Honda, 400V Fords. The best charging: the 400V Lightning due to a good curve and a battery able to absorb amps.

That being said, assuming the max battery size in the Fathom is 70kwh-ish, that will impact its ability to handle the highest amp outputs. Still, a small battery averaging 120kw pull charges quick.

 

[commadorebob]

Several dealers have mentioned that we will be pleasantly surprised by what is included in the base price. I suspect most of the cost of a "top trim" will come from a larger battery. It makes sense for Ford to flatten the feature curve as much as possible to keep costs down. I'm just curious how the top trim compares to the Maverick's top trim.

 

[paneubert]

Several dealers have mentioned that we will be pleasantly surprised by what is included in the base price. I suspect most of the cost of a "top trim" will come from a larger battery. It makes sense for Ford to flatten the feature curve as much as possible to keep costs down. I'm just curious how the top trim compares to the Maverick's top trim.

Extended range battery and AWD for sure. Wouldn't be surprised if some of the other extra cost is a charge for a special tri-color paint and leather this/leather that. Fancy rims. Heated everything. Etc...