Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Refreshed 2013 Ford Mustang Unveiled Ahead of LA Auto Show



The Mustang is Ford's most famous model and as such, a minor update is a must every year, if the Blue Oval wants to keep them fresh and in line with the competition.

Although based on the 2012 model, the new Mustang has received some minor updates and improvements in style and under the skin.

Ford says that the design tweaks intended to make the new Mustang looks more aggressively. Externally, they are more prominent grille all models, a new front splitter, hood with functional air extractors is the GT-colored rocker panels, a new type of tail lights and shiny on the back of the Mustang sports emblem .

In addition, it uses the standard HID lights new (high intensity discharge) technology, while the LED (light emitting diodes) are used both in the headlights with two individual units, and the rear, where three strings are the iconic three-bar design.

"We have reached a more distinctive and emotional design, which celebrates the entire execution of the Mustang," said Darrell Behmer, Mustang chief designer. "This latest model of the Mustang is very respectful of its heritage, still looking forward to a more efficient and modern."

The decor is a familiar sight in the current Mustang owners. The most visible change is the new 4.2-inch LCD display, which is controlled from the steering wheel with five-way button.

The new track based Apps shows not only the usual fuel consumption information and wide, but also in the acceleration time from 00 to 60 and quarter-mile intervals, the braking time, and automated account down starts and forces g.

Two new audio systems are available, one with eight speakers and 370 watts and an improved version, with nine speakers and 550 watts. For those that focus on driving instead of auditory delight, Ford has also added the fabric or leather trimmed Recaro sports seats from the Boss 302 and Shelby GT500 in the list of options.

There have been some changes under the hood too. Ford engineers have applied the lessons learned in the development of his boss 302 to 444HP 5.0-liter V8 engine, which now carries 420 hp, eight more than the old GT 5.0.

2013 Mustang options list also includes the new team SELECT six-speed automatic transmission that allows the driver to shift gears manually via a button on the side of the shifter and will not upshift when it reaches the limiting reef.

Mustang vehicle engineer Tom Barnes, said: "This is a significant improvement in our propulsion system offers. It allows the owners to get an automatic one day at the track or when you want a more sporty driving, comfort and gives them transition to manual control. "

Those who want to have fun on the court may choose GT Track package. Available in manual transmission Mustang GT with a 3.73 axle, it has a cooler engine, radiator improved performance friction pads, 14-inch ventilated front discs, alloy wheels 19-inch summer tires performance, and last but not least, Torsen limited-slip differential Boss 302nd

V6 Performance Package is now available with an automatic Mustang, and Hill Start Assist system with a manual-box models, while the package is optional Brembo brakes for both manual and automatic versions.

The new 2013 Mustang will make its debut exhibition in Los Angeles this week to reach U.S. showrooms in spring 2012.

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