2025 Ford Mustang GTD can actively open, close rear wing with DRS

Updated Sep 26, 2023 | Same topic: Automotive Industry Updates

Seeing F1-derived tech on a pony car is mind-blowing.

Ford has unveiled the highly limited Mustang GTD with the so-called drag reduction system (DRS); an aerodynamic technology that is never used on street-legal Fords and is illegal in GT3 racing.

Ford Mustang front view

Ford Mustang GTD

DRS may sound familiar to motorsports fans as it is used in racing series such as Formula 1. It is an active aero component – operated by hydraulics – that opens and closes the rear wing, finding the right balance between airflow for speed and downforce for grip. Road-going cars such as the Porsche 911 GT3 RS also use this technology.

“Every surface, body opening, and vent on and under Mustang GTD’s body is functional,” said Mustang GTD Chief Program Greg Goodall. Some air is directed for cooling, other for aerodynamics and downforce. All of it to help GTD go faster or stick to the pavement no matter what the conditions are.”

When approaching corners, the aero system’s closed rear wing adds downforce which helps keep the Mustang GTD planted on the ground. This reduces the chances of understeer and oversteer. The front underbody also helps create an area of lower pressure to keep the pony car stable through turns.

Ford Mustang front view

DRS in close position

In contrast, it is ideal to open the rear wing on long straight runs for increasing speed faster. By activating the DRS, the drag generated by the rear wing will be reduced as airflow is improved.

At the Nurburgring Nordschleife – which consists of long straights and over 150 corners – the DRS would help the Blue Oval company achieve its target of a sub-seven minute lap in the Mustang GTD.

“We actively manage where the center of air pressure is on the vehicle, so the front and rear can remain balanced,” said Goodall. “The ability to do this isn’t allowed in racing, where the rules don’t alloy actively managing airflow.

Ford Mustang wing

DRS in open position

Ford will only produce around 1,000 to 2,000 examples of the Mustang GTD but it is hoped that some can find their way to the Philippines. Currently, though, Ford Philippines is still offering the outgoing sixth-gen iteration in the local market.

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Know more about Ford Mustang 2024

Ford Mustang

Arguably the most popular vehicle from the Blue Oval company, the Ford Mustang is one powerful coupe that is competing in the market with its sixth-gen model. Ford Mustang 2025 price Philippines from Php 3,499,000 to Php 3,999,000, depending on the variants. Speaking of variants, the Mustang comes with four variants in the Philippines, namely the 2.3L EcoBoost, 5.0L GT Fastback, 5.0L GT Convertible, and Shelby GT500. The base Mustang uses a 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-4 engine that makes 310 hp and 475 Nm of torque, while the GT variants are powered by a 5.0-liter Ti-VCT V8 engine that generates 460 hp and 569 Nm of torque.

In terms of dimensions, this American sports car has a length of 4,788 mm, a width of 2,081 mm, and a height of 1,395 mm. Additionally, it comes with a wheelbase length of 2,721 mm and a ground clearance rated of 137 mm. The Mustang is competing in the local market against the likes of the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, and Nissan 370Z.

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Ford Mustang Launch

The Ford Mustang Philippines has been around since the 1960's. Since then, the Ford-produced pony car has been through six generations which have been sold in numerous countries around the world. It wasn't until 2015 that the Mustang entered the Philippine market.

For 2018, Ford then gave the pony car an update. This one made its debut at the 2018 Manila International Auto Show, and it received a new convertible variant, a new exhaust system, as well as a magnaride suspension system.

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Ford Mustang Exterior

The Philippine-spec Mustang can either come in a fastback configuration or a convertible configuration. Common among these two different layouts are a wide, aggressive grille, a long hood, and the three-bar taillights. Speaking of lights, this pony car from the Blue Oval is also equipped with LED headlamps, LED turn signal lamps, as well as a front fog lamp. For wheels, all variants of the model ride on a set of 19-inch alloy wheels.

Ford Mustang exterior

Ford Mustang rear end

Common among these two different layouts are a wide, aggressive grille, a long hood, and the three-bar taillights.

The Ford Mustang has six available color options. This includes Magnetic Metallic, Competition Orange, Red Race, Oxford White, Black,  and Tripple Yellow Tri-Coat.

Ford Mustang Interior

Inside, the Mustang for the Philippine market gets a well-arranged, premium interior made out of a combination of sturdy plastic, leather, and metal. Soft-touch surfaces are abundant, which include the touch points on the interior door cards, on the elbow rests, steering wheel, and on key spots on the dashboard.

Ford Mustang interior

Inside, the Mustang for the Philippine market gets a well-arranged, premium interior.

For seating, its four occupants make use of leather-wrapped seats and are kept comfortable by a dual-zone automatic climate control system. The driver is then provided a multi-function steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustability, a push-to-start button, and a digital gauge cluster. The driver's seat on all Mustang variants can also be adjusted electronically. 

Technology & Safety Features

To handle entertainment, the Ford Mustang for the Philippine market is equipped with an eight-inch touchscreen capable of connecting via Ford's Sync 3 software. It also has Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, and an aux-in port. The said infotainment system is linked to a 12-piece Shaker Pro audio system.

For ease of use, the Ford sports car comes standard with adaptive cruise control, a rearview parking camera, parking sensors, a hill-start assist, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.

For the EcoBoost variant, safety is handled by seven airbags. The GT variants on the other hand get five airbags. The entire variant lineup however, comes standard with anti-lock braking with electronic brake-force distribution, stability and traction control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, a tire pressure monitor, a car alarm and engine immobilizer, and ISOFIX child seat tethers.

Platform & Chassis

The American coupe uses Ford's S550 platform, but like all the models that came before, it retains the front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout. For suspensions, this Ford model uses a McPherson Strut for the front and a fully independent rear suspension. Braking is handled by disc brakes all around, and all trims of this car use a hand-operated manual parking brake.

In terms of dimensions, the Mustang Philippines is 4,788mm long, 2081mm wide, and 1,395mm in height. Its wheelbase has a length of 2,721mm, and it has a ground clearance of 137mm.

Ford Mustang Engine & Drivetrain

The Philippine-market Mustang has two engine options. The smaller one is the 2.3-liter EcoBoost inline-4 gasoline engine. At most, this four-banger can produce up to 310 horsepower and 475 Nm of torque. The GT variants get the larger, 5.0-liter V8 gasoline Coyote engine, which can make up to 460 horsepower and 569 Nm of torque. The only variant that gets a six-speed manual transmission is the Mustang GT 5.0 Premium Convertible MT. The rest are equipped with a ten-speed automatic gearbox with paddle shifters.

Available colors for the Ford Mustang Philippines are Shadow Black, Iconic Silver Metallic, Oxford White, Race Red Metallic, Velocity Blue Metallic, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Twister Orange Metallic Tri-Coat, Antimatter Blue Metallic, Grabber Yellow, and Rapid Red Metallic.

In comparison to rivals such as the Dodge Challenger 2025 and Chevrolet Camaro that offer one engine only in the local market, the Ford Mustang can be considered as one of the most versatile sports cars thanks to its price and engine options. 

Ford Mustang 2025 Price List

Let's check out the Ford Mustang 2025 price in the Philippines.

 Variants Price
Ford Mustang 2.3 EcoBoost Premium AT Fastback ₱3,499,000
Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 GT Premium AT Fastback ₱3,999,000

Ford Mustang Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Offers different engine options
  • Rich history
  • Distinctive sports car design

Cons

  • Lack of manual option in PH-spec Mustang
  • Tight second-row seats
  • No AWD

Ford Mustang FAQs

1. What type of wheel drive is the Ford Mustang 2025?

The Ford Mustang 2025 is a rear wheel drive car.

2. How much is the Ford Mustang 2025 in the Philippines?

The price of the Ford Mustang 2025 ranges from P3,499,000 to P3,999,000, depending on the variant.

3. Is the Ford Mustang a 4-seater?

Yes, all of the Mustang variants come with 4 seat configuration.

4. What are the dimensions of the Ford Mustang 2025?

The Mustang 2025 dimensions are 4,788mm long, 2,081mm wide and 1,395mm in height.

5. How many colors is the Ford Mustang 2025 available?

The Ford Mustang 2025 is available in Grabber Blue, Atlas Blue, Rapid Red, Eruption Green, Shadow Black, Dark Matter Gray, Iconic Silver, Carbonized Gray, Mischievous Purple, Race Red, and Oxford White.

 

₱ 3,048,000 - ₱ 7,760,000

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Rex Sanchez grew up in Saudi Arabia where he saw and got into the automotive scene. He started his career for an aviation company in the said region, writing about turbines and rotors which are later distributed for educational purposes. And now, he joined Philkotse.com as a staff writer. Currently, he is the youngest on the team and is more than ready to grow in the field.

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