Ford Mustang EcoBoost High Performance Package Unveiled
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Think Ford Mustang and the first thing that you associate the muscle car with is a massive 5.0-litre V8 motor. But even though Ford offers only the V8 in India, there exists a variant of the Mustang with four cylinders and this model is a slightly extreme version of the standard EcoBoost Mustang. Under the bonnet, the Mustang gets the same 2.3-litre turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder petrol engine as on the standard model but it now makes 330 bhp and 475 Nm, which is just 20 bhp more. There is a 6-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic transmission available as well. The 0-100 kmph sprint is done in less than 5 seconds and the car has a top speed of 250 kmph. The rear axle ratio is now shorter at 3:55, which is also one of the reasons for quicker acceleration.
The Mustang 2.3-litre high performance package also gets a few more updates such as a variable sports exhaust system, limited slip rear differential, a bigger inter-cooler and updated steering and ABS. The other addition is the active exhaust with quad tips which offer a better aural experience than the regular model. Ford will also be offering an ‘EcoBoost Handling Package’ for the 2.3-Iitre EcoBoost Mustang which includes MagneRide adaptive suspension, semi-metallic brakes and wider 19-inch alloy wheels shod with 265 mm Pirelli P Zero Corza4 tyres and a 24 mm sway bar at the rear for better rigidity.
As far as exterior design updates go the 2.3 EcoBoost Mustang gets a new front splitter, black grille, grey stripes on the bonnet, retro pony badges and a rear lip spoiler. The 2020 Ford Mustang 2.3-litre High Performance Package will make its debut at the New York Auto show.
Questions & Answers
Q.Does this new EcoBoost variant offer significant performance improvements over the standard model?
Does this new EcoBoost variant offer significant performance improvements over the standard model?
The new variant makes 330 bhp and 475 Nm, which is only 20 bhp more than the standard model. It can reach 100 kmph in under 5 seconds and has a top speed of 250 kmph.
Q.What transmission options are available with the EcoBoost High Performance Package?
What transmission options are available with the EcoBoost High Performance Package?
Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic transmission for this EcoBoost variant.
Q.What visual changes distinguish the High Performance Package from a regular EcoBoost Mustang?
What visual changes distinguish the High Performance Package from a regular EcoBoost Mustang?
It features a new front splitter, a black grille, grey bonnet stripes, retro pony badges, and a rear lip spoiler.
Q.When and where will this new Mustang package be officially unveiled?
When and where will this new Mustang package be officially unveiled?
The 2020 Ford Mustang 2.3-litre High Performance Package is scheduled to debut at the New York Auto Show.
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