The 2024 Ford Mustang epitomizes the latest evolution of classic American power, boasting a lineup of engines that tip the scales at 500 horsepower and a host of cutting-edge features that are sure to delight admirers of American muscle. But fair warning: reading up on this year’s Mustang may just make you want to floor it over to your nearest Ford dealer to saddle up a brand-new pony car and ride it home.
1. Legendary Mustang Muscle
Adding to a long legacy of American muscle, the Mustang comes with an engine lineup to make other automakers drool. The entry-level 3.2-liter EcoBoost engine is no slouch, but if the rev of an engine gets your motor running, then upgrading to the GT models offers a Gen-4 Coyote engine pumping out a stunning 468 horsepower, while the Dark Horse variants roar with a full 500 horsepower.
2. Show-Stopping Sound
Ford has gone the extra mile by introducing a Remote Rev feature for automatic Mustangs, allowing owners to rev their engines remotely to impress onlookers. The Mustang also features unique line-lock and class-first drift-brake capabilities, enabling drivers to perform controlled drifts and show-stopping burnouts.
3. Stick Shift Smiles
The EcoBoost Mustang comes standard with a 10-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters, offering a spirited driving experience. However, the GT and Dark Horse models offer a 6-speed TREMEC manual transmission for a more tactile and engaging drive. Yet even the classic manual transmission has a modern touch, offering automatic rev-matching and no-lift shifting, allowing seamless gear changes without lifting your foot from the pedal.
4. OutstandingTrack Prowess
The Mustang is designed to unleash its full potential on the track. The lineup includes Integrated Track Apps, providing real-time performance data on the digital displays. Drivers can monitor acceleration, g-forces, and lap times, with features like automatic and countdown starts enhancing the racing experience.
5. Refined Road Manners
Despite its track-oriented performance, the Mustang has plenty of tools to help drivers mind their manners on public roads, where going from zero to sixty in just 4.3 seconds might be considered “rude” by automotive philistines.
Ford’s CoPilot 360 suite offers a range of highway-friendly safety features, including lane departure warnings, blind spot and cross-traffic alerts, pre-collision assistance with automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control for smooth driving in varying traffic conditions. The auto high-beam headlamps adjust brightness in response to oncoming traffic, ensuring maximum visibility without impairing other drivers.
With a perfect blending of high tech and high power, the true essence of this year’s pony car can only truly be understood behind the wheel. Book your test drive at Joe Mahan Ford in Paris, TN and take a spin in the best Mustang yet.
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