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2018 Ford Mustang Refresh Revealed

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http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2017/01/oops-2018-ford-mustang-video-leaked.html

1/16/2017 - AutoGuide

Here?s your first look at the refreshed 2018 Ford Mustang.

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Images and a video of the updated Ford Mustang leaked on the Internet, revealing the styling direction the American automaker chose to go with for its iconic sports car. Along with updated headlights that look a bit like they came off a Jaguar model, the front end has been revised with elongated LEDs, updated bumper with different openings and a resculpted hood. Out back, there are updated tail lights, although they keep the three-unit design. Unfortunately we don?t get to see any photos or footage of the interior.

Complete details on the updated 2018 Ford Mustang are expected to be released tomorrow and rumor has it that the American automaker is dropping the V6 engine from the lineup. That leaves the 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost engine and V8. Don?t be surprised to see the new 10-speed automatic transmission that Ford co-developed with GM in the sports car.

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The Rock surprises A US Veteran with newly refreshed 2018 Ford Mustang

Published on Jan 17, 2017

When Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson visited Ford's design studio in Detroit last month, he was so inspired by what he saw that he came up with a wild idea to surprise a really special fan named Marlene. Supporting veterans like Marlene is the best part of our jobs. Thank you Ford for helping Dwayne and Seven Bucks with this amazing surprise!

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The 2018 Ford Mustang Adds More Power and MagneRide Adaptive Dampers

For 2018, the Mustang gets new looks, a 10-speed auto, and the same magnetic adaptive damper system found in the Shelby GT350.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/future-cars/news/a32298/2018-ford-mustang/

Jan 17, 2017 - Road&Track

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As long as the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro remain in production, it seems the pony car wars will continue unabated. A little over a year ago, we declared the 2016 Camaro SS the champion, but with this facelifted Mustang, Ford is angling for a rematch. For 2018, the Mustang gets all sorts of changes that could add up to a big improvement.

The most significant upgrade for the 2018 Mustang is MagneRide magnetorheological adaptive dampers, available on both the EcoBoost and GT Performance Packs. Previously, the only Mustang to offer magnetically-controlled active dampers was the top-of-the-line Shelby GT350. Given the wonders that magnetic dampers work in other high-performance settings (we're looking at you, Corvette and Camaro), they should bring big handling improvements to the 2018 Mustang. Starting in 2018, the Performance Package will be available on automatic and/or convertible Mustangs, a change from the previous manual-and-hardtop-only requirements.

As predicted, the six-cylinder Mustang is officially dead for 2018. Both the 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder and 5.0-liter V8 get increases in horsepower and torque, though Ford hasn't yet specified power output for the updated 'Stang.

For 2018, the Mustang GT's 5.0-liter V8 gets both both port and direct fuel injection, similar to the fuel system found in the 3.5-liter V6 in the new F-150 Raptor. This dual-injection system allows Ford to increase the V8's compression ratio from 11.0:1 to 12.0:1, which should aid power and fuel efficiency.

As you'd expect, you can pair either engine with a six-speed manual transmission (which gets a twin-disc clutch and a new dual-mass flywheel on V8 models), but a new option for 2018 is Ford's 10-speed automatic. Co-developed with GM, this transmission promises much quicker shifting, and can handle more torque than the outgoing six-speed auto. We were very impressed with this gearbox in the new F-150 Raptor and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, so we expect it will do nicely in the Mustang.

The GT Performance Package will also get Michelin's new Pilot Sport 4S tires, while the EcoBoost Performance Package sticks with Pirelli P Zeroes.

Also new for 2018 Mustang GTs is an optional active exhaust that lets drivers increase or decrease engine volume to their heart's content. The Shelby GT350 already offers a similar switchable exhaust, as does the Camaro SS.

The most obvious changes to the Mustang are in the looks department. Ford lowered the hood by around 20mm, creating an edgier, more aggressive front fascia design. Around back, there's a new lower rear diffuser, along with a new decklid wing on Performance Package models.

The interior is mostly the same as before, save for a new, 12-inch digital gauge cluster replacing the traditional analog speedometer and tachometer. We got a brief preview of the system at Ford's Dearborn, Mich. headquarters. It's a lot like Audi's all-digital instrument panel, with numerous configurable modes and display patterns?and a drag racing mode that displays an NHRA-style starting light "christmas tree" for practicing your launches.

How does it all stack up? We won't have the chance to drive the updated Mustang for another few months, but a Ford engineer told us that the GT Performance Pack with MagneRide is better than the beloved 2012-2013 Mustang Boss 302. So consider our expectations high.

We can't wait for a Camaro vs. Mustang rematch.

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I like the improvements Ford did on these new ones! [thumb]

Now I wonder just how far they will take the new GT350/350Rs? [driving]
 


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Honestly the front end looks awful compared to the 16.. way too dopey and stretched out. The promo picture in post #4 also compares a non-GT to a GT model [bash]
 


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Yep, There's also a New 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible Now

Jan 20, 2017 - R&T

http://www.roadandtrack.com/new-car...2018-ford-mustang-convertible-ecoboost-gt-50/

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Ford showed off the lightly-restyled 2018 Mustang hardtop last week, but something was missing. Something roofless. Fear not: The 2018 Mustang convertible is here to fulfill all of your fantasies of rock-and-rollin' down the highway with the wind in your hair.

Ford only released two images of the new drop-top Mustang, which, truth be told, looks a whole hell of a lot like the hardtop shown last week. Just, y'know, with a disappearing roof-thing. The only major styling updates to both coupe and convertible come in the form of a slightly lower hood, reshaped headlights, a pointier prow, and some very minor rear fascia changes. Here's a spotter's guide to help you recognize a 2018 Mustang from its 2015, 2016, and 2017 siblings.

Like the hardtop, the convertible 'Stang gets some important updates under the skin. Gone is the V6 engine, leaving either the 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder or the 5.0-liter V8 as your only drivetrain options. Both engines get an as-yet-unspecified boost in power for 2018. Either engine can be had with a six-speed manual or the new 10-speed automatic transmission found in the Ford Raptor and the Chevy Camaro ZL1.

More importantly, for 2018 Ford is blessing Performance Package Mustangs with MagneRide, an available magnetorheological adaptive damping system. This technology was previously only available on the Mustang Shelby GT350 and GT350R, and we can't wait to see what it does to the garden-variety Mustangs. The Performance Package is now available on both hardtop and convertible 'Stangs with either the stick shift or automatic transmission.

Other small updates, like a new fully-digital instrument panel and some additional collision avoidance technology, round out the Mustang's mid-cycle refresh. Pricing and availability have not yet been announced, but we expect the 2018 Mustang to hit dealerships toward the end of this year.

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