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Ford has made some pretty great changes to the 2018 Mustang and we want to share with

you, what's new, what's changed, and what's gone for 2018.

The first change is pretty obvious, the 2018 Mustang has a new redesigned lowered front

hood line and new fascia. This new design also features all LED lighting from the headlights,

to the fogs and turn signals. The tail lights have changed as well with a curved bar rather

than straight. The lower valance has changed to accommodate the new standard quad exhaust

tips on the GT. And speaking of exhaust the new optional class exclusive active valve

performance exhaust allows you to change the tone of the exhaust from a quiet start up

through a rip roaring monstrous tone in track mode. You can even set it so the time of day

automatically adjusts you exhaust and this should keep the neighbors happy. Let's hear

what it sounds like….

The powertrain line up has seen some changes for 2018 and most notably is the exemption

of a V6 engine option. The V6 has been dropped from the engine line up and now the base engine is

the 2.3 L Ecoboost. However, this engine is up for the challenge as it has been overhauled

to put out 350Lb.-ft of torque and a respectable 310 horsepower. The famous 5.0L V8 returns

but now dishes out an increase in ponies to 460 horsepower and 420lb.-ft. of torque at

a higher RPM thanks to a dual-fuel high pressure direct injection.

Another change is the dropped 6 speed automatic transmission. The new 10 speed automatic is

now the only auto option for both engines in the 2018 Mustang. This new trans is the

best automatic fitted to any mustang in history. An all-new electronic control system features

real-time adaptive shifting to keep you in right gear at the right time, including skip-shift

and direct downshift capability. That translates into optimum ratio progression and efficiency,

smoother shifting and better performance across the board.

Moving to the interior, the all new digital dash is optional on the EcoBoost and GT Premium

trims. This 12-inch all-digital LCD cluster allows you to customize your gauge layout

with three different views. Normal, Sport or Track mode. To personalize even further,

you can use MyColor to tweak the color of those gauges to your perfect shade. Also, the new

brushed satin aluminum accents give a touch of elegance and the optional carbon package

provides a sporty look to the interior. There is also nice contrast stitching throughout

the cabin on the dash, doors and seats.

The MagneRide Damping System is inherited from the GT-350, is now available for the

2018 Mustang GT Performance Package. This system monitors and adjusts all four corners

thousands of times per second independently. This helps improve the responsiveness and

lateral performance of the Mustang. Partnered with optional 6 piston Brembo brakes that

offers unparalleled stopping power. This induces the most confident drive that you have ever

had in a GT before.

The 2018 Mustang is also loaded with the latest and greatest Ford technology like the Sync

3 infotainment system with SiriusXM radio, navigation, integrated phone control, and

apple car play and android auto capability. The tunes will be cranking through the available

shaker audio system with 12 speakers including an eight-inch subwoofer in the trunk. Also

available are Ford's safety features with the driver assist technology package. This

includes pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection, the lane keeping system, and BLIS

the blind spot information system with cross traffic alert.

The 2018 Mustang is really a ride you need to experience for yourself to truly appreciate

and we here at Richmond Ford Lincoln want to make your dreams come true. So, stop by

and take a test drive and see what everyone on the Mustang train has been raving about

for over 50 years. And remember to like comment and subscribe for more great content

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