2015 Ford Mustang
Brief History Of The Mustang
Don’t worry we’ll start with the 2015 Ford Mustang review soon, but let’s see what’s so special about the Mustang first.
1967 Ford Mustang
The Classic Ford Mustang
The first Ford Mustang was launched in April 1964 and was later dubbed “1964½” by its fans. The car was available in two models: the coupe and the convertible. Both models featured a lengthened hood and shortened rear deck, chrome wrap-around bumpers, chrome grille and full wheel covers. These became the features of a new class of sport coupes dubbed “pony car”. It is believed that the Mustang served as a source of inspiration for the designs of coupes such as the Toyota Celica and Ford Capri, which were imported to the US.
The 1965 Mustang was the first car ever to win the Tiffany Gold Medal for excellence in American design. Furthermore, the Mustang was on the Car and Driver Ten Best list in 1983, 1987, 1988, 2005, 2006 and 2011. After winning the Motor Trend Car of the Year award in 1974 and 1994, the Mustang was runner-up to the Chrysler 300 for the North American Car of the Year award and was named Canadian Car of the Year in 2005.
The 2015 Ford Mustang Review
2015 Ford Mustang
2015 Ford Mustang
The 2015 Ford Mustang is the car we’ve all been waiting for! This is the sixth generation of the model and I must say that it is a perfect blend of sophistication, sport and safety, which makes it a true luxury sport coupe.
With this new model, Ford celebrates 50 years since the original pony car. During this interval, there have only been five generations of completely new Mustangs. This sixth generation is better in every way than its predecessors. It comes with a new independent rear suspension, an enhanced cabin and a new turbo four-cylinder model. It also has new double-ball-joint front suspension, improved pitch control during hard acceleration and hard braking and less body roll, that enhances the overall feel and ride.
Features
Additionally, a Selectable Driving Modes system is available. This allows the driver to adjust the car’s steering effort and engine response, as well as select from a number of transmission and stability control settings: normal, snow/wet, sport and track.
Other features meant to make every driver’s ride more pleasant are the voice-activated technology and hands-free calling, which allow users to make calls with the sound of their voices, without the need to manipulate a mobile device. They can also plug in their compatible digital music players, USB drives or SD cards and browse their music collection using voice commands. Incoming texts can be read with audible text, so that drivers don’t get distracted while on the road.
One of my favourite features is the BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert. This detects a vehicle in the blind spot using radar and alerts the driver with an indicator light in the exterior mirror. The Cross-Traffic Alert also uses radar to detect if there is any traffic behind you while you are backing up. If cross-traffic sensors detect a vehicle approaching from up to 15 yards away, a voice alert will inform the driver.
Performance
2015 Mustang Specifications
2015 Mustang Specifications
Wondering what’s under the hood? Well, just as with its predecessor, there’s a choice between a 300 horsepower, 3.7-litre V6 or 435 horsepower, 5.0-litre V8, manual or automatic transmissions. But what makes the 2015 generation really special is the 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbocharged and four- cylinder engine that channels 310 horses to the rear wheels and releases 320 lb-ft. of torque.
The Mustang GT is even more powerful for the 2015 generation. The model has a 435 horsepower engine, releasing 400 lb-ft. of torque as well as larger intake and exhaust valves and new intake and exhaust camshafts with increased lift. The new GT is ready to stand against the BMW M4 while providing a unique and unforgettable driving experience.
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