Ford has not released final power and torque figures for either the 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder and 5.0-liter V-8 offered in the 2024 Mustang. A shame, though we suspect that those numbers are being determined and will be released closer to the start of production. Still, there's a lot to talk about with what's going on under the hood of the new S650 Mustang. Show The V-8 Mike Levine/Ford Mike Levine The new Mustang debuts the fourth generation of Ford's beloved 5.0-liter Coyote V-8. Introduced for the 2011 model-year, the big change for this Coyote is a new intake with twin 80mm throttle bodies. "By doing that, you pump a lot more air into the system, you have a much better fuel ratio, a lot less losses in the system, so the feel in the vehicle is very visceral," says Eddie Kahn, vehicle engineering manager for the new Mustang. For the regular GT, most of the internals carry over from the previous Mustang, but the Dark Horse trim gets stronger camshafts and the forged pistons and rods from the mighty Shelby GT500. Both variations on the new 5.0 get a new steel oil pan designed to reduce windage losses, and a new left-side exhaust manifold to increase flow. The exhaust camshaft also gets a longer duration to help get out all the additional air coming in through the twin throttle bodies. At the downtown Detroit reveal event for the Mustang, Ed Krenz, chief engineer for car, said that the GT will offer more than 480 hp, while Ford is targeting 500 hp for the Dark Horse. Krenz, chief engineer for the Mustang told R&T that "we're still trying to squeeze as much out of it as we can." The EcoBoostWhile the 5.0-liter V-8 is surely the most exciting of the two Mustang engines, the base EcoBoost four-cylinder is very important. This is a new unit that will likely find its way into other longitudinal-engine Ford models in the near future. "We pretty much overhauled the entire engine," says Kahn. Like the V-8, the EcoBoost benefits from a new dual-fuel system with both port and direct injection and the compression ratio is up to 10.6:1 from 9.5:1. There's also a new electronic wastegate for the twin-scroll turbocharger, a Mustang first, and new air induction and exhaust-gas recirculation systems for lower emissions. "It's important to keep the EcoBoost in the base car to keep things affordable and attainable," Krenz says. "So the question of why not a hybrid or whatever? Affordability. It’s very important that it's accessible. It’s always been the Mustang way, right?" As with the V-8, Ford offered no specific power figures, though Krenz tells us the goal here was to beat the fuel economy and emissions performance of the previous 2.3-liter with no sacrifice in performance. For reference, the EcoBoost in the previous-generation Mustang offers 310 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, with the power output rising to 330 hp in Performance Pack models. The TransmissionsCan we really talk about engines without gearboxes? It seems wrong. The 2024 Mustang gets three of them—two six-speed manuals and a 10-speed automatic. Both the manuals are carryovers, with the Getrag unit offered in GT models, while the Dark Horse gets upgraded to the Tremec first introduced on the Shelby GT350 and offered on the Mach 1. The automatic is the Ford's familiar 10-speed, introduced with the face-lifted Mustang of 2018, with new control electronics. Notably, it's the only transmission offered with the EcoBoost, as the take rate for manual four-cylinder Mustangs was fairly low. The FutureIt seems that based on Krenz's comments to us, the S650 generation Mustang won't get a hybrid variant as was once planned. Given Ford's ever-expanding and popular EV lineup, the company likely doesn't need to build a hybrid Mustang, as those EVs keep its Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) numbers low. "We've already got electrification covered with the Mach-E, and as [Ford CEO] Jim Farley has said in interviews, that car lets us do this," Krenz notes. Surely there will be hotter V-8s courtesy of Ford Performance, and since the S650 is essentially a revised version of the S550, there's plenty of room under the hood for a supercharger. Chris Perkins Senior Editor Chris Perkins is the Web Editor for Road & Track magazine.
The Mustang helped push Ford into the swinging ‘60s and captured the youth market’s changing demands. By 1964, consumers were looking more at styling and performance, and Ford’s Mustang helped sweep those buyers into Ford dealers en masse. While in a similar generational shake-up, Ford’s staying with the V8-powered Pony and giving fans more time with stick-shifted fun. This
seventh-generation 2024 Mustang’s powertrains will be familiar, starting with a 2.3-liter EcoBoost I4 that is mated exclusively to a ten-speed automatic. That’s right—Ford is dropping the manual transmission from its four-cylinder Mustang, but the 5.0-liter V8 powering GT models will still get the stick. Ford claims the 5.0-liter is the most powerful Coyote to date but has yet to reveal the numbers. Considering the current Coyote generates 450 hp and 410 lb-ft of torque, a figure close to 500 hp
shouldn’t be out of the question. As for changes over the current powertrain, the 5.0-liter V8 enters its fourth generation with a handful of revisions to make more power. The most obvious: dual throttle bodies. The 5.0-liter V8 now breathes through a pair of throttle bodies to supply more air while new camshafts make the most of the revised induction system. Both powertrains feed the rear axle, which can be augmented with a Torsen limited-slip differential when optioned with the Performance Pack. That pack includes MagneRide dampers, a front strut tower brace, and larger Brembo brakes. An electronic parking brake clamps the rear rotors when it’s time to park. While the parking brake has finally become electrical, Ford worked with drift legend Vaughn Gittin Jr. to develop its electronic drift brake, an option designed to give you the look and feel of a mechanical or hydraulic hand brake. 2024 Ford Mustang interior. Ford That optional parking brake controller sits in a wholly new interior that departs from the retro styling seen in the last few Mustangs. The new interior sports a digital, 12.4-inch customizable instrument cluster that’s flanked by a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen. These displays can relay all of the essential instrument information needed at the track, or just tell you your speed and remind you that you’re listening to your favorite podcast. Ford didn’t depart entirely from its retro roots and included a Fox Mustang-inspired instrument cluster setting. Aside from the drift handle and the new screens, Ford’s latest Mustang interior is supposed to look, well, modern. Base cars will see cloth seats with optional Micro Suede inserts. Premium models get an upgraded dash pad, EcoBoost models will see synthetic leather, and GT models will have leather seating. Upgrading from there is as easy as checking a box to spend more money for a compliment of color-coordinated belts, leather-wrapped steering wheels, and more. The revised steering system promises quicker response and a better feel. Upgraded hardware in the steering column should give drivers a better and less isolated feel for the road surface. As for the exterior, that’s obviously all new, designed to attract youngsters from Gen Z with its edgier approach while still looking to the past for inspiration. The three-panel tail lights and three-panel LED headlamps are unmistakably Mustang. The car looks wider at the rear than the current S550-generation car. The Mustang’s new nose helps improve aerodynamics with a redesigned splitter and hood vents. Ford notes this will still be available in coupe and convertible shells. Pricing is yet to be determined and will be noted closer to launch, but it's almost safe to bet this pony’s price is going up. The current Mustang will set you back at least $28,865, which might make it the last Pony under $30,000. The new '24 Mustang is going on sale next summer. What do you think of the 2024 Ford Mustang? Please comment below. Wesley Wren Wesley Wren has spent his entire life around cars, whether it’s dressing up as his father’s 1954 Ford for Halloween as a child, repairing cars in college or collecting frustrating pieces of history—and most things in between. Whats new about the 2024 Mustang?New for the 2024 model year is the Mustang Design Series, providing further customization options straight from the factory. The Bronze Design Series Appearance Package adds Sinister Bronze alloy wheels with bronze badges, and is available on both EcoBoost and GT models, with or without the optional Performance Pack.
Will 2024 Mustang have VThe 2024 Mustang will offer two: a 2.3-litre, turbocharged EcoBoost four-cylinder or the 5.0-litre 'Coyote' V8. Each engine has been thoroughly reworked, says Ford.
Will the 2024 Mustang have a v6?The new-gen car will continue to be powered by a 5.0-liter V-8 and an updated turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, though Ford hasn't told us how many horses are present in either powertrain—only that there will be more of them than before.
Will the 2023 Ford Mustang be redesigned?Ford has finally taken wraps off the seventh generation Mustang at the Detroit Auto Show. The iconic muscle car gets a heavily redesigned exterior as well as interior.
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