Could the new Ford Mustang be the last 'pony car'?

The new Mustang may be Ford’s newest “pony car” featuring a completely redesigned digital cockpit, new V8 engine and bolder styling. The most technologically advanced Mustang will be offered in a coupe and convertible chassis, with the GT version at the heart of the range.

The stronghold Introduced the new generation Mustang, which is likely to be the last model in the range to be produced based on the original 1964 concept and likely to be the last model equipped with a V8 engine.

The new generation of mustang It’s the first time it’s been launched in the past nine years, and the model has taken inspiration again from its predecessors built between 1964 and 1970. Outwardly, the popular Ford Coupe maintains the low horizontal line along the front of its distinctive three-section hood. It aligns with new LED headlights to create a more impactful front end, influenced by the original design in the 1960s and optimized for pedestrian protection.

The sleek roofline, sporty wide stance and small rear extension are all faithful to the original proportions of the first generation, while flared rear fenders accentuate the power on the wheels in true pure style. mustang.

At the rear, the unit with an enlarged spoiler is highlighted, featuring new three-stripe signature lighting and a redesigned diffuser, for better aerodynamic balance.

Coupe and convertible

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

The GT, the heart of the Mustang brand, features larger mesh vents designed to allow more air to flow, reflecting increased power and performance. The aerodynamics of the car has been further improved with the addition of new hood vents and a redesigned front diffuser.

Turn, Mustang exchangeable It maintains the tradition of providing maximum freedom in the outdoors. A simple one-handed push of the center latch opens and closes the all-fabric, insulated roof.

The compact roof design and independent rear suspension system provide plenty of luggage space that can accommodate up to two golf bags.

The new coupe and convertible is available with a new 5.0-liter V8 engine tuned to deliver superior responsiveness and performance, with 466 horsepower and 569 Nm of torque. The transmission can be provided by a ten-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual gearbox.

The new Mustang GT

The new Mustang GT features a new air intake system with dual air intake and dual body intake butterfly, which reduces induction losses and allows for higher flow rates.

Dynamic behavior can be enhanced with up to six customizable interactive driving modes: Normal, Sport, Slippery, Tow, Track 2, and a customizable setting with several available profiles, tailored to individual driver preferences.

Driving response is improved by reducing steering-wheel-to-tyre response lag, while a faster steering ratio improves the new car’s cornering dynamics.

A “rev matching” function, which keeps the engine revolutions when the clutch is activated to retain maximum torque between manual gear ratio shifts, is standard on the GT, providing more refinement and refinement, in the most efficient Mustang ever. On the road.

The Mustang GT comes standard with the Performance Package that includes 19-inch aluminum wheels, a sport limited-slip differential for increased traction, 19-inch Brembo brakes and an active exhaust system that delivers adjustable engine sounds to suit your needs. Scenario.

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

digital cockpit

The new generation of Mustang acquires a new interior standard developed specifically for the brand, accentuated by soft-touch leather and plastic seats through the dashboard and door linings, with a full leather steering wheel.

inside the new mustang It’s the most technologically advanced and driver-centered, combining, according to Ford, the best of the past, present and future.” The Mustang’s traditional two-line upper dashboard is gone, replaced by a streamlined, polished, open-center and tech-packed element.

Behind the new, thicker, flatter steering wheel is a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, which can be customized to display different styles and new, customizable, drive-dependent instrument clusters, new for the new model.

This digital instrument cluster is presented seamlessly on a 13.2-inch SYNC 4 central element, behind the same integrated glass, at an angle towards the driver. The comfortable position of these displays provides clear visual information and easy-to-access 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 all-new Mustang features Ford Power-Up’s wireless upgradeability.

Driving assistance

Like other Ford models like the electric Mustang Mach-E SUV, the new Mustang gets advanced driver assistance systems. Features include speed signal recognition, intelligent adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function, lane-keep assist, evasive steering assist, and reverse brake assist.

Another feature is Active Pothole Mitigation, which constantly monitors suspension input, chassis action, steering and braking and adjusts suspension response accordingly.

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

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