How much will the new Mach 1 cost?

Oct 14, 2020 at 7:21am ET

It was four months ago when Ford unveiled the Mustang Mach 1 and now we finally know how much it costs before it reaches dealers next spring. Math starts at $52,915 if we’re including the destination charges, thus making it about $4,000 more expensive than the defunct Bullitt while being nearly $9,000 cheaper than the GT350, another version dropped after the 2020MY.

The reason why we’re comparing the new Mach 1 to these two discontinued versions is that the hot ‘Stang offers Bullitt-matching power and a six-speed manual gearbox from the Shelby. In addition, it adapts the rear-axle cooling system, diffuser, and suspension bits from the all-conquering GT500, which kicks off at $74,095 for the 2020MY.

For those not interested in rowing their own gears, a ten-speed automatic transmission will be available as an option, which the Bullitt didn’t get as Ford went manual-only with the modern-day equivalent of Steve McQueen’s sweet ride. The naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 is good for a healthy 480 horsepower (358 kilowatts) and 420 pound-feet (569 Newton-meters) of torque.

There will be several ways to spruce up the Mustang Mach 1, with one relevant example being the optional Handling Package. Available exclusively for the version fitted with the manual gearbox, it boosts downforce by 150 percent compared to the Mustang GT thanks to various aero components while adding wider Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires borrowed from the GT350R at both axles.

Gallery: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Buyers can also pick an optional appearance package with red, white, or orange accent stripes combined with black side and hood stripes. Several body paint choices are offered, including a Mach 1-exclusive Fighter Jet Gray, along with two 19-inch alloy wheel designs.

Ford isn’t saying how many Mach 1s are going to be built, but the latest flavor of the Mustang is labeled as being a limited-run version.

Source: Ford

Specifications

Specifications

2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe

PRICE
Base/As Tested: $53,195/$63,745
Options: Mach 1 Handling package, $3500, equipment group 700A, $1595; Recaro seats, $1595; Mach 1 Elite package, $1295; navigation, $595; rear seat delete, $250

ENGINE
DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, port and direct fuel injection
Displacement: 307 in3, 5038 cm3
Power: 480 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 420 lb-ft @ 4600 rpm

Transmission: 6-speed manual

CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 15.0-in vented disc/13.0-in vented disc
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2
F: 305/30ZR-19 (98Y)
R: 315/30ZR-19 (100Y)

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 107.1 in
Length: 188.5 in
Width: 75.4 in
Height: 54.3 in
Passenger Volume: 55 ft3
Trunk Volume: 14 ft3
Curb Weight (C/D est): 3844 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 4.3 sec
100 mph: 9.9 sec
1/4-Mile: 12.6 sec @ 115 mph
130 mph: 17.1 sec
150 mph: 24.4 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 4.9 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 9.6 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 9.2 sec
Top Speed (mfr's claim): 168 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 141 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 286 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.05 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 16 mpg
75-mph Highway Driving: 22 mpg
Highway Range: 350 mi

EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 17/14/22 mpg

C/D TESTING EXPLAINED

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