2018 Ford Mustang Flexes Its Muscles With A Slew Of Refinements

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The current generation of Ford’s pony car has only been around two years, so it’s not entirely begging for a fresh lease on life. Still, it’s getting a makeover with the 2018 Ford Mustang, which restyles the sports car with a lower, sleeker, and more aerodynamic profile.

No, it’s not a major design reboot. Instead, the changes are mostly refinements that trickle down from the high-performance Shelby model, increasing the ride’s curb appeal while allowing for better performance when driving at high speeds.

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The biggest changes for the 2018 Ford Mustang actually happen under the sheet metal. For instance, the V6 has finally been retired, with buyers getting a choice of either an EcoBoost 2.3-liter I4 engine or a 5.0-liter V8 that Ford promises will rev higher and quicker than ever before. Both engines can be outfitted with a new 10-speed automatic transmission that offers a shorter first gear and a wider overall spread, as well as standard manual options. All trims of the car will now come with MagneRide magnetorheological adaptive damper suspension, along with new shock absorbers, a new cross-axis joint in the rear suspension, and improved stabilizer bars to ensure better handling.

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Inside the cabin, everything looks classier, with plusher materials and nicer trims all around, while the 12-inch digital gauge cluster’s customizable interface should allow some serious tailoring to personal preferences. It’s offered I three finishes: Royal Crimson, Kona Blue, and Orange Fury.

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No pricing yet, but the 2018 Ford Mustang should hit showrooms in the fall.

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