Why A Mid-Engine Ford Mustang Is Not Likely To Ever Happen

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By Raunak Ajinkya

Published 2 hours ago

With the front-engine 2025 Mustang GTD revealed, there’s good reason to believe that Ford won’t ever go the mid-engine route for the Mustang.

Via: Ford

The classic front-engine, rear-wheel-drive setup of the Ford Mustang provides impressive power delivery, great handling, and an exhilarating driving experience that enthusiasts love. It also allows for better traction, precise steering control, and easier maintenance.
Despite the introduction of the mid-engine C8 Corvette, Ford has chosen to stick with the front-engine, rear-drive layout for the Mustang. Ford's expertise in building mid-engine supercars like the Ford GT did not translate into a mid-engine Mustang.
As the automotive industry shifts towards electric vehicles and hybrids, it is unlikely that Ford will invest in a new mid-engine platform for the Mustang. The focus is on allocating resources towards innovative powertrains and sustainable solutions rather than a niche sports car design. However, the 2025 Mustang GTD offers plenty to look forward to as a high-performing supercar.

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