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2015 mustang revealed

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Many more here. First global offering.

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[quote=]All-new sophisticated design clearly inspired by 50 years of Mustang heritage evolved to attract wider array of customers and expand global market availability
Mustang now available with three engines offering a broader power of choice – a more powerful 5.0-liter V8, a 3.7-liter V6 and an all-new fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine
Mustang sets new performance and dynamics benchmarks for the brand with world-class handling, more precise steering control and enhanced ride comfort

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 5, 2013 – The next chapter in the life of the iconic pony car begins today as the all-new Ford Mustang – loaded with innovative technologies and delivering world-class levels of performance – is simultaneously revealed around the globe in six cities on four continents.

“Ford Mustang inspires passion like no other car,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, global product development. “The visceral look, sound and performance of Mustang resonates with people, even if they’ve never driven one. Mustang is definitely more than just a car – it is the heart and soul of Ford.”

Mustang’s impact goes well beyond the 9 million-plus cars sold in its 50 years of continuous production. It has made thousands of appearances in film, television, music and video games, and is the world’s most-liked vehicle on Facebook. For the first time ever, Ford will bring Mustang to customers in key parts of Europe and Asia.

“We crafted this car with the goal of creating a contemporary interpretation of Mustang – an American automotive icon that symbolizes optimism and freedom for millions of people around the world,” said Jim Farley, executive vice president of Ford global marketing, sales and service and Lincoln.

All-new shape, yet unmistakably Mustang
The clean-sheet design of both Mustang fastback and convertible evokes the essential character of the brand, retaining key design elements – including the long sculpted hood and short rear deck – with contemporary execution.

“You only get one chance to make a first impression, and when you see this car you immediately see a Mustang strong and true,” said Moray Callum, Ford executive director, design, The Americas.

Several key design features define the all-new Mustang, including:
A lower, wider stance with a reduction in roof height, and wider rear fenders and track
The return of Mustang fastback with a sleeker profile enabled by more steeply sloped windshield and rear glass
Three-dimensional, tri-bar taillamps with sequential turn signals
Contemporary execution of the signature shark-bite front fascia and trapezoidal grille

Mustang convertible drivers will appreciate the standard multilayer insulated cloth top that gives the car a more upscale appearance and a quieter cabin. The new top lowers twice as fast as before, and has a sleeker profile when folded for open-air motoring.

The information and controls an active driver needs are all readily accessible in the aviation-inspired cockpit, which is executed with the highest degree of craftsmanship ever found in a Mustang. Large, clear instrumentation puts vehicle information right in front of the driver in the roomier cabin, while improved ergonomics and tactile switches and ***** provide better control. The added width and a new rear suspension contribute to improved shoulder and hip room for passengers, and a more usefully shaped trunk can accommodate two golf bags.

The Mustang experience
The way Mustang looks, drives and sounds is key to the visceral experience that makes drivers just want to get in and hit the road. With more options to choose from, there is a Mustang to fit any lifestyle. The upgraded V6 and V8 are joined by an all-new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine that brings state-of-the-art technology to Mustang.

Mustang GT continues with the latest edition of the throaty 5.0-liter V8, now featuring an upgraded valvetrain and cylinder heads that yield more than 420 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque. A new intake manifold improves low-speed breathing for better fuel economy, idle stability and emissions.

“This EcoBoost engine delivers where a Mustang driver expects it to, with a broad, flat torque curve that pours out when you stand on it for easy passing or hustling down a twisty road,” said Dave Pericak, Ford Mustang chief engineer.

The Mustang EcoBoost engine uses direct injection, variable cam timing and turbocharging to deliver plenty of usable performance and projected segment-leading fuel efficiency. A unique intake manifold and turbocharger housing enable it to deliver the performance Mustang drivers expect with output projected at more than 305 horsepower and 300 lb.-ft. of torque.

With at least 300 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque on tap from the standard 3.7-liter V6, even the most accessible Mustang delivers the performance customers expect.

Drivers will appreciate smoother shifts from the updated manual gearbox, while a reworked automatic transmission features new steering wheel-mounted shift paddles for drivers who want the choice between convenience and control.

Most nimble pony ever
When life throws drivers a curve, the all-new Mustang sets new handling benchmarks for the brand, delivering world-class dynamics and ride quality.

“We already set a very high standard for Mustang’s dynamics with Boss 302, and our goal was to go above and beyond that with this new car,” said Pericak.

Mustang features all-new front and rear suspension systems. At the front, a new perimeter subframe helps to stiffen the structure while reducing mass, providing a better foundation for more predictable wheel control that benefits handling, steering and ride.

The new double-ball-joint front MacPherson strut system also enables the use of larger, more powerful brakes. This is expected to be the best stopping Mustang yet, with three available brake packages.

At the rear is an all-new integral-link independent rear suspension. The geometry, springs, dampers and bushings all have been specifically modified and tuned for this high-performance application. New aluminum rear knuckles help reduce unsprung mass for improved ride and handling.

Smarter than your average pony
The all-new Mustang features a significant amount of innovative technologies providing drivers with enhanced information, control and connectivity when they want it. From Intelligent Access with push-button start to SYNC® and MyKey® in every Mustang built, plus available Track Apps, MyColor gauges and new Shaker Pro audio system, drivers will be able to customize their time behind the wheel.

The feeling of freedom and confidence Mustang instills in its drivers is amplified when they can take control of how the car behaves. On a twisty back road or a weekend track day, the driver can tap the toggle switches on the console to quickly adjust steering effort, engine response, and transmission and electronic stability control settings using the available Selectable Drive Modes to create the perfect Mustang at any time.

The advanced new Ford-developed stability control system is tuned to maximize Mustang’s dynamic capabilities. When the time comes to turn up the wick at the track, Mustang GT includes standard launch control that enables drivers to achieve smooth, consistent starts every time.

When it’s time to back off and relax for the drive home, available advanced driver-assist features including Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert and adaptive cruise control can help ease the load, while SYNC AppLink™ lets drivers control their smartphone apps to listen to their favorite form of entertainment.

50 years of Mustang
April 17, 2014, marks the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the original Ford Mustang and each 2015 model celebrates the milestone with a badge on the instrument panel that includes the galloping pony logo and the words “Mustang – Since 1964.” Mustang will continue to be built in the United States at Flat Rock Assembly Plant.

“From day one, we knew if we were going to build a new Mustang, we had to do it right,” said Pericak. “We built a new Mustang from the ground up that is quicker, better-looking, more refined and more efficient, without losing any of the raw appeal that people have associated with Mustang for half a century.”

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Well I think it's pretty neat.

Ford's designs are embarrassing.

It's giving off a Dodge vibe to me.

I like everything but the front of the car.

looks way better with the top up, but so does every other car. i'd drive it.

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Don't like the placement of the start button, too close to other instruments.

That's horrendous looking.

I think it looks nice enough, what's the faux-leather looking stuff on the back window though?

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Don't like the placement of the start button, too close to other instruments.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, that seems odd. Really small and I feel the start button should be emphasized more in its own location.

Could someone please articulate why they think this car is so ugly?

Looks more like an Italian ripoff than an American muscle car.

The smaller pic looks like a Taurus that runs on HGH.

This is horrific. What were they thinking??

[QUOTE=Intheflorsh;92482900]Could someone please articulate why they think this car is so ugly?[/QUOTE]

Because the Camaro exists.

[QUOTE=Intheflorsh;92482900]Could someone please articulate why they think this car is so ugly?[/QUOTE]
The rear just doesn't read mustang to me.

Car looks fine

Much less boxy than previous ford designs

Start button is super dumb placement

[QUOTE=Intheflorsh;92482900]Could someone please articulate why they think this car is so ugly?[/QUOTE]

Too many curves? Not enough strong lines? Doesn't give that old-school Mustang-vibe?

I'm sure it will perform nicely, but goddam it screams styling by leftover scraps from the Focus redesign. The interior is still going to be atrocious.

[QUOTE=rhfb;92482978]The rear just doesn't read mustang to me.[/QUOTE]

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[QUOTE=ClassyPenguin;92483080]I'm sure it will perform nicely, but goddam it screams styling by leftover scraps from the Focus redesign. The interior is still going to be atrocious.[/QUOTE]

It all started with the new fusion which looks great.

Dodge Mustang Fusion (Yes Ford Fusion too and a literal Fusion of all 3 things lol)

So its a Ford Fusion with a mustang rear end?

[QUOTE=Intheflorsh;92482900]Could someone please articulate why they think this car is so ugly?[/QUOTE]

Describe something beautiful to a blind person and then try the opposite. It's offensive. It looks like a neon had an affair with a tiburon and they played dress up using spare parts from an old Porsche. The taillights are hysterical, the hips are out of place, and the entire build is leaning the wrong direction. Have you ever seen a mustang before?

And I don't even like mustangs. I just think they tried one too many ideas at once and fucked up a classic look they had going.

You can't go retro and still make it out of shitty plastic.

[QUOTE=Escape Goat;92483236]You can't go retro and still make it out of shitty plastic.[/QUOTE]

Ford laughs in your face.

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Kind of reminds me of an Aston Martin.

I just got my Mustang 2 weeks ago. :(

But seriously, I kinda like this redesign. It does feel a lot like a Dodge Viper though.

[QUOTE=iceDragon7;92483167]
It all started with the new fusion which looks great.[/QUOTE]

The Fusion looks great. This looks nauseating. The front looks decent enough, the back is, well, I don't know what the hell that is.

[QUOTE=PantherLotus;92483218]Describe something beautiful to a blind person and then try the opposite. It's offensive. It looks like a neon had an affair with a tiburon and they played dress up using spare parts from an old Porsche. The taillights are hysterical, the hips are out of place, and the entire build is leaning the wrong direction. Have you ever seen a mustang before?

And I don't even like mustangs. I just think they tried one too many ideas at once and fucked up a classic look they had going.[/QUOTE]

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Shhhh baby...shhh

The window and roof line reminds me of the old Hyundai Tiburons for some reason.

I think it looks like a Mustang crossed with Porsche 911. I honestly don't think it's bad.

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Shhhh baby...shhh[/QUOTE]

LOL

back looks really fucking cool imo. front looks ok

Looks like a weird Aston Martin/Jaguar mash up.

It looks okay I guess

[QUOTE=SatansReverence;92483545]Looks like a weird Aston Martin/Jaguar mash up.[/QUOTE]

Well I guess it makes sense - Ford does own both companies, so they aren't exactly infringing on any copyrights by imitating their styles.

[QUOTE=Tenacious-V;92482768]It's giving off a Dodge vibe to me.[/QUOTE]

Looks like their new Fusion design a bit. Looks a little Aston Martin in the front.

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Kind of reminds me of an Aston Martin.[/QUOTE]

it wishes to look like the Aston Marton
its not ugly though just not my car

Import < Domestic

ill make a exception for this

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Don't like the placement of the start button, too close to other instruments.[/QUOTE]
Preorder canceled.

blah. looks too soft.

[QUOTE=crimsondynamics;92483638]Well I guess it makes sense - Ford does own both companies, so they aren't exactly infringing on any copyrights by imitating their styles.[/QUOTE]

Ford does not own Jaguar or Aston anymore. Jaguar is owned by an Indian company which I find HILARIOUS.

not bad. feels more curvy than the current ones

I'm not particularly a fan of Mustangs, but this one is easily the nicest looking one in a while.

It looks like a mustang...

Looks like the 90s Toyota Supra.

ugly front beautiful back... ford serena williams?

[QUOTE=Dark Octave;92483896]Looks like the 90s Toyota Supra.[/QUOTE]

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unless you mean the supra 1987-1992 then yeah kinda

I hope there's a trim with the chrome accents from the evos concept. Really makes it look more Aston. The clip seems to show one with chrome for a second

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Yup, looks like a Mustang.