Along with the debut of the seventh-generation Mustang, Ford saw it fit to introduce a more extreme version in the form of the Dark Horse which the automaker says will underpin its future efforts in motorsports. The new trim level is intended for customers who want to test the stallion’s mettle on the track, sharing the curvaceous yet chiseled exterior already revealed on the 2024 Mustang.
The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse certainly packs a menacing appearance
Distinguishing the Dark Horse from its standard siblings are a pair of darker LED headlamps and a grille rendered in a special gloss black hue with trapezoidal nostrils. These are accompanied by a revised lower front bumper complete with high gloss ‘fangs.’
It also carries side skirts, a unique race-inspired diffuser, and a fixed rear wing sitting on top of darkened quad exhaust tips. A new Dark Horse logo replaces the usual Mustang pony badging all around, set against an exclusive Blue Ember Metallic paint job.
Customers can choose to spruce up the Dark Horse with applied or painted graphics, while the optional Appearance Package brings dark Brembo brake calipers in Notorious Blue hue, nestled behind 19-inch alloy wheels mounted on Pirelli P-Zero PZ4 radials.
Just when you thought a Mustang couldn't get any more serious
There’s more blue to be found in the cabin, where anodized paddle shifters join a meatier steering wheel at the controls, the latter finished in performance suede with Indigo Blue Accent stitching. Occupants settle down on Deep Indigo Blue seats courtesy of the optional Dark Horse Appearance Pack, surrounded by Black Alley interior trim.
Drivers will find the tiller set ahead of a 12.4-inch customizable digital instrument cluster which, like the standard seventh-gen Mustang, is also attached to the 13.20-inch touchscreen. Completing the onboard entertainment is a 12-speaker B&O 7 sound system accompanied by a subwoofer.
Under the hood lies the same 5.0-liter fourth-generation Coyote V8 found on the new Mustang GT. Ford says it’s targeting 500 horsepower for the Dark Horse, by way of new camshafts and tuning exclusive to the trim level. Channeling the power to the rear wheels is a choice of either a 6-speed TREMEC manual gearbox with titanium shift ball or Ford’s 10-speed automatic transmission.
Blue Brembo brakes come with the available Appearance Package
A Torsen limited-slip rear differential is standard equipment, as are unique chassis tuning, upsized rear anti-roll bars and heavy-duty front dampers. Like the GT, the Dark Horse features an electronic drift brake that even novice drivers can use to improve their skills.
But as mentioned, this isn’t the pinnacle of what the new Mustang line can do. There’s also the Dark Horse S, a stripped-down version of the Dark Horse made exclusively for the circuit. A full FIA-certified safety cage, safety nets, quick-disconnect race steering wheel, and fire suppression system are standard.
On a larger scale, Ford intends the Mustang Dark Horse to lead its international motorsports efforts, among then GT3, GT4, and NASCAR.
Ford is placing the Mustang Dark Horse at the forefront of its future motorsport efforts
“We’re taking this all-new Mustang to competition racing and the very definition of a Dark Horse is the perfect fit – and timing - to introduce this vehicle to the Mustang brand,” said Ford Performance Motorsports Global Director Mark Rushbrook. “With our race program testing underway, we’re confident we have the right car for success.”
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Know more about Ford Mustang 2024
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.
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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.
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.
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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