Ford Mustang BULLITT 2019: A new descendant of the Mustang line-up

Updated Oct 05, 2020 | Same topic: Most Updated Car Concept

Ford's has released and labeled its newbie as the 2019 Ford Mustang BULLITT. Is it really for you?

If you have the slightest idea about Ford then you know that they are mostly about big, powerful and well-configured vehicles. This reputation is mostly brought by the vehicles they released as bulky but dependable pickup trucks. However, Ford does not only deal with muscular car bodies since they've also proven their mastery by manufacturing classic, elegant type of vehicles with a smaller body.

Not only that but based on the studies of independent groups of car enthusiasts, Ford is one of the car manufacturing companies that deliver new and functional car features. These are the functions and settings that vehicle owners and drivers actually use.

Indeed, Ford is definitely one of the top names in the vehicle-manufacturing business to look out for. After continuous successes with every model they release, they are again giving the public something to look out for.

Released and labeled as the Ford Mustang BULLITT 2019, this descendant of the Mustang line-up will really have you wondering what's next after this lovely piece of art becomes a predecessor in the near future.

Ford Mustang look

Released and labeled as the 2019 Ford Mustang BULLITT, this is a new descendant of the Mustang line-up

If you've already seen at least a photo of the Ford Mustang BULLITT, then you already know why people are gearing up for its arrival in the Philippines. If not then don't worry, because we definitely would not want you to miss out. We listed highlights of the phenomenal BULLITT then classified them so you could check for the features you want and if it's in a spot you like.

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1. 2019 Ford Mustang BULLITT Exterior 

If you haven't seen the 2019 Ford Mustang BULLITT yet, you may be wondering how it looks and if the hype is worth the style. We find it hard to put the art-like exterior into words but we tried our best, read it here;

  • Stylish, standard LED headlights that boast LED signature lighting decorate the front of the unit.
  • It's installed with a unique front grille at the front without a pony badge and a matching grille at the rear fascia.
  • Daytime running lights allow you to be visible even in unfriendly weather conditions that inhibit total road clearance.
  • Hood vents double as a functional breathing hole for the engine while also adding a sporty touch to the classy and elegant appeal.
  • The bright-tinted beltline compliments the overall color choice as it seems to catch the window.

Ford Mustang headlights

Stylish, standard LED headlights that boast LED signature lighting decorate the front of the unit

2. Ford Mustang BULLITT 2019 Interior 

Why don't we go on ahead and tell you all about what's waiting for you inside? Read it here!

  • The interior comes with a heated steering wheel that activates whenever you wish. That means no more shivering palms and wearing gloves in the cold days you decide to drive.
  • The unit comes with an Intelligent Access feature that comes with a push-button engine start. This is a standard feature for the entire Mustang line-up.
  • It has a center console with a full armrest for the front passenger's maximum comfort.
  • Some interior parts are covered with leather embellishments to give that premium quality feel. The steering wheel and parking brake handle are both wrapped in genuine leather.
  • Expect lavishly-styled floor mats to greet you upon stepping in the car.
  • Two cupholders allow refreshments to be comfortably accessible even when engaging in long drives.

Ford Mustang driver's seat

The interior comes with a heated steering wheel that activates whenever you wish

32019 Ford Mustang BULLITT: Engine 

You can easily manage the 6-speed transmission with a first gear that can shoot you off a powerful start. The Performance Exhaust System provides options for you to control the exhaust's volume.

If you want the engine roaring and showy, set the option to Sport mode. If you need it to be in the softest volume possible, simply tick on the Quiet Start selection. There are also other options - Normal and Track.

Ford Mustang interior

You can easily manage the 6-speed transmission with a first gear that can shoot you off a powerful start

The unit comes with a 5.0Liter TI-VCT V8 engine. This results in an engine capable of 460 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque. That's like 460 well-bred horses tugging at your vehicle. Its brakes come with a durable thirteen-inch thick rotor inside the two rear wheels.

Ford Mustang Bullitt 2019 engine

The new Mustang can reach max speed at 460 horsepower and 420 lb.-ft. of torque

4. Ford Mustang BULLITT 2019: Safety Features

In terms of performance, engine capability, and all things under the hood, you can never really go wrong with the 2019 Mustang. It's built with a stability control system that's unique to this model. This is made more powerful with ABS and EPAS tuning.

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It's built with a stability control system that's unique to this model.

For smooth stops, the Mustang is made with vented disc-brakes for all four wheels. The car also has Isolated Rear Suspension. This means that any sways and movement caused by imperfections on the road will be minimized.

The Selectable Drive Mode Feature adjusts the handling and other responses as soon as you pick a driving option. The available options are Normal, Wet (or Snow if the unit is distributed in countries where there's snow), Track or Drag Strip and Sport.

The brake calipers are a special issue of Brembo calipers that have been painted red for that extra kick of style. EPAS grants you three settings for the steering control you want.

  • Comfort - This mode is great for casual, everyday driving. It requires the least steering effort.
  • Normal - A mix of Sport and Casual mode. It's best if you feel like you want to engage in a more powerful driving experience.
  • Sport - This mode requires your full attention and steering control.

Now there's more to a phenomenal car than just leather interior and large grilles. Underneath all those fancy set-ups should be responsive and durable emergency systems that can react fast when accidents and mishaps happen. Ford definitely takes safety seriously and it shows with the BULLITT's features.

  • Seatbelts have a three-point safety restraint system for all the seating positions.
  • The unit comes with front airbags for both front seats and a knee bag for the driver. Side-impact airbags are also installed for both front seaters.
  • LATCH anchors are available at the lower part of the seat while there are also Tether anchors for rare types of children's car sear.

Mustang bullitt 2019 seat belt

Seatbelts have a three-point safety restraint system for all the seating positions

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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 2024 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.

>>> New and used Ford Mustang 2024 for sale in the Philippines

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 2024 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 2024 Price List

Let's check out the Ford Mustang 2024 price in September 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 2024?

The Ford Mustang 2024 is a rear wheel drive car.

2. How much is the Ford Mustang 2024 in the Philippines?

The price of the Ford Mustang 2024 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 2024?

The Mustang 2024 dimensions are 4,788mm long, 2,081mm wide and 1,395mm in height.

5. How many colors is the Ford Mustang 2024 available?

The Ford Mustang 2024 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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Hanna Sanchez

Hanna Sanchez

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Hanna is one of the most competitive swimmers in the country during her day. It was not long before she discovered her passion for the automotive industry as well. Nowadays, she balances her passion through writing as well as coaching.

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