The New 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-1 | Return to Mach!
After a 17-year hiatus, the all-new Mustang Mach 1 fastback coupe makes its world premiere - becoming the modern pinnacle of style, handling and 5.0-liter V-8 pony car performance.
"Bold styling, great acceleration and speed - Mach 1 says it all," said Jim Farley, Ford's chief operating officer. "This is one of those special Mustangs that truly brings a smile to the faces of our owners, enthusiasts and fans - including me - so there's never been a better time to bring back Mach 1 and have it go global too."
2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Highlights:
- Limited-production model-but precisely how limited is unknown
- 0-liter V-8; 480 hp, 420 lb-ft
- Price estimated at $52,000
- Ford promises best handling for a Mustang GT-based model
- Optional Handling Package for even better performance
- Aerodynamic downforce-producing upgrades
- Stiffer steering I-shaft
- New electric power-steering calibration
- Stiffer anti-roll bars
- Stiffer front springs
- New rear subframe with stiffer bushings
- Rear toe-link from the GT 500
The all-new Mustang Mach 1 is set to become the most track-capable 5.0-liter Mustang ever, courtesy of a newly designed front end, plus Ford Performance parts from Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT500 models and an available Handling Package for greater at-limit handling. Packing a specially calibrated 5.0-liter V8 engine that has a projected 480 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,600 rpm, Mach 1 is a fitting celebration of a nameplate born more than 50 years ago.
The Mach 1 Ford engineering and design teams worked in tandem to develop a front end unique to the Mach 1 persona that also meets the high aerodynamic demands of the engine, transmission and braking systems. A new two-piece upper grille, lower grille and valance, and new side grilles, all contribute to Mach 1's signature look and more demanding aero and cooling performance requirements.
A front splitter optimized to the fascia shape improves track performance and provides a more aggressive appearance, while a matched rear spoiler works in concert to create ideal lift balance. Mach 1 features 22 percent more downforce than a Mustang GT with Performance Pack Level 1 and the downforce improvement jumps to approximately 150 percent with the Handling Package. To enhance track endurance, the team added two side heat exchangers - one to cool engine oil, the other transmission oil - as well as a rear axle cooling system and lower diffuser from Shelby GT500.
The all-new and limited-edition 2021 Mustang Mach 1 will arrive in U.S. and Ford dealerships in the spring of 2021.