2015 Ford Mustang / Shelby GT350 Official - 5.2L FPC with 500+hp/400+ lb-ft

[Dadhawk]

Update with Press Release

https://media.ford.com/content/fordm...-new-desi.html

All-new sophisticated design clearly inspired by 50 years of Mustang heritage evolved to attract wider array of customers and expand global market availability
The new Mustang is the first car to offer four-, six- and eight-cylinder engines that each produce at least 300 horsepower – a 300-horsepower 3.7-liter V6, a more powerful 435-horsepower 5.0-liter V8, and an all-new 310-horsepower* 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

Loaded with innovative technologies and delivering high levels of performance and style, the all-new Mustang is the next chapter in the life of one of the world’s most iconic cars.

“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.

The Mustang experience
The way Mustang looks, drives and sounds is key to the visceral experience that makes drivers just want to get in the driver’s seat and hit the road. The Mustang is the first car to offer four-, six- and eight-cylinder engines that each produce at least 300 horsepower. With more powertrain options to choose from, there is a Mustang to fit any lifestyle. The 3.7-liter V6 and upgraded 5.0-liter V8 are joined by an all-new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine that brings state-of-the-art technology to Mustang.

The Mustang’s EcoBoost engine uses direct injection, variable cam timing and turbocharging to deliver plenty of usable performance across a broad RPM range. A unique intake manifold and turbocharger housing enable it to deliver the performance Mustang drivers expect with 310 horsepower* and 320 lb.-ft. of torque.*

“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.

Mustang GT continues with the latest edition of the throaty 5.0-liter V8, now featuring an upgraded valvetrain and cylinder heads that help boost output to 435 horsepower* and 400 lb.-ft. of torque*. A new intake manifold features charge motion control valves to partially close off port flow at lower engine speeds. This increases the air charge tumble and swirl for improved air-fuel mixing resulting in improved efficiency and idle stability.

With 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.

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.

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
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 knobs provide better control. The added width and a new rear suspension contribute to improved shoulder and hip room for rear-seat passengers, and a more usefully shaped trunk can accommodate two golf bags.

Slipping through the air
Design and performance are two of the essential attributes that have made Mustang appeal to millions of fans for five decades. Performance can be improved by increasing the output of the powerplant or reducing the amount of work it has to do. The sleeker shape helps it slip through the air with less effort.

Each of Mustang’s three available engines gets a unique grille that allows in only as much air as that specific powerplant needs. Active grille shutters will help make the Mustang powered by the new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine even more fuel efficient by further reducing drag at higher speeds when extra cooling capacity is not needed. The shutters can completely close off the grille, sending air over and around the car instead of through the engine compartment.

Carving up the curves

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

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. The 2015 Mustang has the most capable brake lineup ever offered on a Mustang.

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 standard Track Apps™, MyColor® gauges and a 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 on manual-transmission models 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 (BLIS®) 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.

Debuting on the 2015 Mustang are enhancements to the SYNC® 911 Assist® feature. The enhancements will provide the ability to deliver information such as the maximum change in velocity during impact, indication of crash type (front, side, rear or rollover), safety belt usage as detected by the vehicle, awareness of whether multiple impacts occurred and whether airbags were deployed.

More airbags, more high-strength steel

An all-new inflatable airbag restraint design provides the front seat passenger with knee airbag protection while significantly reducing system size and weight, enabling a roomier interior for more comfort. This new airbag is part of a standard comprehensive safety system that includes a more robust package of sensors, safety belt anchor pretensioners, improved exterior lighting and double the total number of airbags on the fastback Mustang.

50 years of Mustang
April 17, 2014, marked 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.”

All I can say is "ugh". Autoweek "insider" info on the next Mustang. If I wanted a DB9 I'd buy a DB9. This is NOT a Mustang. I guess I know what my wife's replacement for her '05 will not be.



Update 12/5/2014: (Actual Car from Further down the thread, much better)

[zygrene]

I highly doubt the final production vehicle will look like that. The article just says it'll take "styling cues" from the Evos concept, which might just mean something minor. Or so I hope. That is just NOT a Mustang, period. Ford would lose a ton of fans if they ditch the retro pony car styling, IMO.

[Dimman]

If I wanted a DB9, but could only afford a Mustang, I'd be all over this.

Is it finally getting IRS?

[Kage]

i think the evos looks good...but if the mustang looked like that I would vomit. One of my favorite things about the stangs is the way they have evolved the design. That said if they took ques from the evos and keep the weight low I think there might be a stang in my future.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by zygrene

I highly doubt the final production vehicle will look like that. The article just says it'll take "styling cues" from the Evos concept, which might just mean something minor. Or so I hope. That is just NOT a Mustang, period. Ford would lose a ton of fans if they ditch the retro pony car styling, IMO.

The article and the (always poor) video podcast specifically mentioned dumping the retro style. Also, its being pretty widely reported today (do a search on 2015 Mustang).

This one from MotorAuthority.com goes into a little detail saying:

That means one thing: the 2015 Mustang, which represents the 50th anniversary of the car, won’t be retro in styling. In fact, The Wall Street Journal (subscription required) quotes sources close to the 2015 Mustang project as saying it will look a lot like the Evos show car that Ford debuted last summer.

Some styling elements, such as the round headlights and protruding hood, will carry over into the new model, which is a design we’re having a hard time wrapping our heads around. The Evos was a stunning concept car, but Ford’s already copied many of its elements for the 2013 Ford Fusion.

Got my fingers crossed they are a bit misguided. The retro style was the first one in a long time I thought really looked like "Mustang". With any luck, if they retain those key features mentioned above, it will look more like how the new Camaro "represents" its heritage while still looking more modern.

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Kage

i think the evos looks good...but if the mustang looked like that I would vomit.

Exactly. I have no issue with the evos look, its a sexy car, its just not a Mustang.

[GenkiElite]

Not gonna happen. Not even close. Looks like a DB9 crossed with a Prius.

[zygrene]

The side profile looks kinda like a Honda Accord coupe, in hatchback form. Not sure if I like it, regardless of whether it'll be called a Mustang.

I think the current Mustang and Camaro look great. They should have just improved a bit on the current design, IMO.

[Lost]

I would be glad to see them get away from the retro thing. I love 69 Camaros and 67 Mustangs as much as anyone, but let's push ahead, shall we?

[Guff]

I can only see Mustang sales tanking with a design like this...


Everybody loves the retro look! It's what defines the Mustang!

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Lost

I would be glad to see them get away from the retro thing. I love 69 Camaros and 67 Mustangs as much as anyone, but let's push ahead, shall we?

I don't think it has to be retro (I really don't consider the Camaro retro as much as an evolution). I did a Google image search (love the doors by the way, though those would never make production) and found this one.

I'm useless at photoshop but I could see if you take the front end, add round headlights and the traditional Mustang grill across the front, it might actually look like a Mustang.

[Dimman]

Anyone else old enough to remember when Ford was seriously going to make the Mustang FWD? With pop-up lights? That ended up becoming the Probe after huge up-roar, which has something to do with why the Fox chassis kept going and going...

[Dadhawk]

Originally Posted by Dimman

Anyone else old enough to remember when Ford was seriously going to make the Mustang FWD? With pop-up lights? That ended up becoming the Probe after huge up-roar, which has something to do with why the Fox chassis kept going and going...

Yep, I remember that. I also remember the *gulp* Mustang II. arghhhh....

[Rampage]

I guess I would not care what they called the car if they made it weight under 2700Lbs, with RWD and say a 200 or so HP 4 cylinder that got 35+ MPG and had great handling. I could be enticed to buy an American made FR-S/BRZ rival. Sorry, Chevy but the 130R just does not do it for me.

Needs smaller wheels and lowered and inch and a half!