- Considered one of Ford’s targets for the Mustang GTD was a Nürburgring lap time of beneath seven minutes
- Hardcore Mustang advantages from 815 hp, Multimatic suspension, and F1-inspired aerodynamics
- Costs anticipated to begin round $325,000
Ford is on a mission to lap Germany’s Nürburgring racetrack in a time of lower than seven minutes utilizing the Mustang GTD, a feat solely a handful of high-end exotics have achieved, and up to now no automobiles from a North American model.
Mustang GTDs have been testing on the ‘Ring over the previous yr, and Ford has confirmed that an official time has been set. Ford hasn’t revealed the time but, however it’s prone to have hit the objective of beneath seven minutes. A brief movie telling the story of the try is coming quickly, and a trailer shall be launched on Oct. 23.
The Mustang GTD has been developed as the final word track-focused Mustang, utilizing information honed over a long time of racing by Ford and its engineers. Nevertheless, the automotive will nonetheless be authorized on the road. Superior suspension that features Multimatic’s confirmed Adaptive Spool Valve (ASV) dampers will make sure the automotive shall be stiff sufficient for the observe whereas nonetheless pliable sufficient for the street.
Delivering blistering observe occasions has additionally required the event of superior aerodynamic options. The automotive is confirmed to function energetic aerodynamics full with a Drag Discount System, much like what’s present in Formulation 1.
Severe energy can also be a should, and this shall be delivered by a supercharged 5.2-liter V-8. Rated at 815 hp, the engine is derived from the unit within the previous-generation Mustang Shelby GT500, and options new components like dry-sump lubrication (a primary for a Mustang), a most engine pace of seven,650 rpm (up 100 rpm on the Shelby), a smaller supercharger pulley, and a titanium exhaust.
The engine powers the rear wheels by way of an 8-speed dual-clutch computerized transmission mounted on the rear for higher weight distribution. In response to Ford, the highest pace is 202 mph.
Ford is at present providing the Mustang GTD for the 2025 and 2026 mannequin years. The automaker hasn’t confirmed whether or not manufacturing shall be expanded past these years. consumers should undergo an software course of, with an preliminary North American software course of ending final spring with greater than 7,500 functions.
2025 Ford Mustang GTD
Multimatic, which constructed the newest Ford GT supercar and likewise a few of Ford’s Mustang race automobiles, will begin manufacturing of the Mustang GTD later this yr. Ford hasn’t mentioned what number of construct slots shall be supplied.
Last pricing hasn’t been introduced however Ford mentioned to anticipate a beginning value of about $325,000 for the usual Mustang GTD. Patrons trying to extract most efficiency must go for Efficiency and Light-weight packages.
No matter time the Mustang GTD units, it’ll possible be surpassed shortly by Chevrolet’s new Corvette ZR1 which additionally arrives for 2025. The ZR1 has 1,064 hp on faucet, and was not too long ago clocked reaching a prime pace of 233 mph.