Grabber Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 http://www.roadandtrack.com/future-cars/first/2014-ford-mustang-sedan 2014 Ford Mustang Sedan - First Look New 4-door Mustang sedan may also be available as a Boss 302. By Nick Kurczewski / Illustrations by Theophilus Chin / Chris Doane Automotive April 1, 2012 Slideshow >> 2012 Shelby 1000 >> In a move certain to elicit praise from muscle car fans with kids—and perhaps an equally huge outcry from automotive purists with a fondness for coupes—Ford Motor Company has announced plans to introduce a sedan variant of the Ford Mustang. With sales of rivals, especially the Chevrolet Camaro, eating into Ford’s share of the pony car segment, the Dearborn automaker has decided to take a radical new approach by introducing this 4-door offering in 2014. The horsepower battle that has been raging between Ford and Chevy recently culminated in the 650-bhp Ford Mustang GT500 and 550-bhp Camaro ZL1. During the 2012 New York Auto Show, a 1000-bhp Mustang, the Shelby 1000, will be on display. While this kind of firepower is impressive for drag-strip figures, these ultimate speed machines make up only a tiny sliver of sales output. 2014 Ford Mustang Sedan Strength Through Numbers Ford representatives explained that the addition of two doors makes the Mustang more user-friendly, and its spacious back seat will make the car appeal to an entirely new type of buyer. The benefit, at least from Ford’s point of view, will be a noticeable boost in sales output for the ‘Stang. Even though the Mustang will no longer be such a narrowly focused niche product aimed at enthusiasts, the new Mustang sedan will offer much the same performance as its coupe sibling. While this prototype has the look of a Boss 302, production models will more closely mimic the look of the standard Mustang. The mechanicals are not confirmed, but we can assume the base engine will be the same 305-bhp 3.7-liter V-6 found in the Mustang coupe and convertible. A 412-bhp 5.0-liter V-8 will be optional, and buyers will have a choice of 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. 2014 Ford Mustang Sedan The ride and handling balance will undoubtedly lean toward comfort, if only because of the added length and expected weight gain. The 2014 Ford Mustang sedan is approximately 11 in. longer than the coupe, though the extra length is balanced by shorter front doors and a significantly reworked C-pillar. While a Boss 302 sedan like the one pictured is not all that likely, Ford reps have confirmed that even more changes could be in store for the Mustang. A hybrid-powered variant, or possibly even a diesel version, could be introduced to increase the Mustang’s hitherto dismal ratings when it comes to fuel efficiency. The move might sound drastic, but stricter fuel economy regulations could force the muscle car and pony car market into even more unfamiliar territory. And think of all that torque! Look for the 2014 Ford Mustang sedan to make an appearance later this year, possibly during the Los Angeles Auto Show, or in Detroit in early 2013. Sales begin next year, with pricing to be revealed closer to the on-sale date. 2014 Ford Mustang Sedan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ground control to Major Tom, your circuits dead theres something wrong.... But no, in all respect it does look fair. Ironically, I was talking to my friend about how they made a 4 door corvette concept a long time ago, and I wondered 'what if the Mustang had four doors...' How weird I come home to see this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbymotorsports Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ilmor beat you to this April fools joke. http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php/topic/74054-2014-ford-mustang-sedan/page__fromsearch__1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don JDWHSKY Theall 25695 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Oh wow ..... something to challenge the Dodge Charger - I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuickSilverShelby Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Ilmor beat you to this April fools joke. http://www.teamshelb...__fromsearch__1 Definitely an April fools joke. This concept is so sick, it is completely unbelievable and thus it must be a joke........ thank goodness. QSS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilmor Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 I have always hoped this would happen. I want one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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txcobra Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Good one Rob! For a minute I believed it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YZD263 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Good joke and a nice use of photoshop by R&T. This 4 door actually looks good, but this is something I hope never happens. This would probably sell well in the short term, but ultimately, this would dilute the brand. Four door sedan, however sporty it is, is not what the Mustang is about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOGIEDOWN GT500 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 its actually not a bad looking car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 How about a hatchback version too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead09 Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 i just cant see it as a sedan... I will not buy a mustang ever again if its a sedan.... unless its the older coupes.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustangman1967 Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 Call it something other than a mustang and I'd be down. Get Ford back in the RWD fleet vehicle game as well as a Charger/G8 competitor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMOKE Posted April 2, 2012 Report Share Posted April 2, 2012 LOL!! Seems this and other April Fools PS chops/releases always get people going!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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