Could the new Ford Mustang be the last “pony car”?

Ford’s latest “pony car” could be a new Mustang with a completely redesigned digital cockpit, new V8 engine and bolder styling. The most technologically advanced Mustang ever will be offered in coupe and convertible body styles, with the GT version at the core of the lineup.

BUT Ford introduced a new generation Mustang that is likely to be the last model in the line to be built on the original 1964 concept, and likely to be the last model to feature a V8 engine.

New generation Mustang it is the first car produced in the last nine years and its styling is once again inspired by its predecessors built between 1964 and 1970. Externally, Ford’s iconic coupe retains a low horizontal line along the front of its distinctive three-piece hood, which is paired with new LED headlights to create a more striking front end inspired by the original 1960s design and optimized for pedestrian protection.

The sleek roofline, wide athletic stance and small rear span also match the authentic proportions of the first generation, while the flared rear fenders emphasize the power of the wheels in pure, true style. Mustang.

At the rear, a module with an extended spoiler stands out, which houses new three-strip branded lighting and a redesigned diffuser for better aerodynamic balance.

Coupe and convertible

For the first time, each Mustang will have its own front end, allowing customers to choose the look that best suits their personality.

The GT, the heart of the Mustang brand, features large grille openings designed to allow for more airflow, reflecting increased power and performance. The car’s aerodynamics are further optimized with the addition of new hood vents and a redesigned front diffuser.

On the other hand, the Mustang cabriolet maintains the tradition of providing maximum freedom in the open air. A simple one-handed push on the central latch opens and closes the fully lined and insulated fabric roof.

READ TOO
Scheduled for 2024. The new Ford Mustang could be unveiled at NAIAS 2022.

The compact roof structure and independent rear suspension also provide substantial luggage space that can accommodate up to two golf bags.

The new coupe and convertible are available with a new 5.0-litre V8 engine that delivers superior response and performance with a maximum output of 466 hp. and a torque of 569 Nm. The transmission can be a ten-speed automatic or a six-speed manual.

Novo Mustang GT

The new Mustang GT is equipped with a new air intake system with dual air intake and dual air intake, which minimizes intake losses and provides higher flow rates.

Dynamic behavior can be optimized using up to six configurable interactive driving modes: Normal, Sport, Slippery, Drag, Track 2 and a custom setting with multiple available profiles tailored to individual driver preferences.

Sensitivity while driving has been improved by reducing steering wheel-to-tire response lag, and a faster steering ratio improved the new car’s cornering dynamics.

A “rev matching” feature that maintains engine revs when the clutch is engaged to maintain maximum torque between manual gear ratio shifts is standard on the GT, delivering even more precision and refinement that is the most competent Mustang. on the road.

The Mustang GT comes standard with a Performance Pack that includes 19-inch alloy wheels, a sports limited-slip differential for increased traction, 19-inch Brembo brakes, and an active exhaust system that delivers adjustable engine sound to suit your needs. scenario.

Optional MagneRide active suspension is available, which monitors road conditions roughly a thousand times per second and uses an electronically controlled fluid to match damping resistance to road conditions.

Cabin digital

The new generation Mustang is getting a new interior standard designed specifically for the brand, emphasizing soft-touch leather and plastic seats across the dash and door linings, and a full leather steering wheel.

inside the new Mustang It is the most technologically advanced and driver-focused product that Ford believes combines the best of the past, present and future.” The Mustang’s traditional two-row overhead dash is gone, replaced by a flowing, glazed, technology-filled open centerpiece.

Behind the new, thicker, flat-bottomed steering wheel is a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster that can be customized to display a variety of styles, as well as new, customizable, driving-dependent instrument clusters new to the new model.

This digital instrument cluster is fluidly presented on a 13.2-inch SYNC 4 centerpiece behind the same integrated glass, angled towards the driver. The ergonomic layout of these displays provides clear visual information and easy-to-reach controls that together create an immersive digital experience.

SYNC 4 is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto 5 and integrates seamlessly with the FordPass app. Like the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV, the new Mustang features the Ford Power-Up Wireless Upgrade feature.

driving assistance

Like other Ford models, such as the Mustang Mach-E electric SUV, the new Mustang is equipped with advanced driver assistance systems. Features include speed sign recognition, smart adaptive cruise control with stop & go, lane keep assist, steering avoidance assist and reverse brake assist.

Another feature is Active Pothole Mitigation, which constantly monitors the suspension, bodywork, steering and brakes and adjusts suspension response accordingly.

Stolen Vehicle Services, part of the FordPass package that provides 24/7 support in the event of theft, is also new to the Mustang.