Ford Confirms Mustang Mach 1 Revival For 2021
- Exterior changes include a revised front end, rear spoiler, and performance brakes and tires.
- Interiors are likely to get sportier.
- It will be more powerful than the Bullitt variant that makes 480PS/569Nm.
- Likely to debut later this year, with a launch in early 2021.
- Unlikely to reach Indian shores anytime soon.
The Mach 1 moniker has been an iconic name in the has confirmed the revival of the Mustang Mach 1 after 16 years with a set of testing images.
The images show the Mustang Mach 1 in a camo wrap, but it's clear that Ford is staying true to the Mach 1 tradition when it comes to exterior changes. We start off with a revised front end that consists of larger air intakes, a revised grille with two circular openings and a sporty lower lip. At the rear, the Mach 1 features a rear spoiler that is similar to the Shelby GT350R.
Other shots reveal the presence of blacked out wheels with Brembo brakes, larger calipers and a set of Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres. While the interiors haven't been revealed yet, a small glimpse reveals Sparco seats and a roll cage. However, this is a test mule, so a roll cage is unlikely to feature when the production-spec Mach 1 rolls out.
Detailed technical specs of the Mach 1 are yet to be revealed, but Ford claims that it will be the most powerful naturally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 Mustang around. Currently, the range topping Bullitt variant occupies that spot with figures of 480PS and 569Nm. Aside from a power jump, Ford also claims that the Mach 1 will be the most track capable 5.0-litre V8 Mustang, so expect some alterations in the suspension department as well.
Ford has yet to reveal a specific date for the unveiling of the Mustang Mach 1, but we can expect a debut towards the end of this year, with a launch in early 2021. Back home, it is highly unlikely for the Mach 1 to show up, but we are expecting the soon. The pre-facelift Mustang is currently sold at a price tag of Rs 74.62 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Expect it to be priced at a premium over its predecessor thanks to the upgrades it gets.
By Gaurav Davare June 02, 2020 at 03:27PM
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