The 2025 Ford Mustang GTD: An Exquisite $300,000 Stallion

• Ford Introduces the Exquisite Mustang GTD
• Featuring a Supercharged 5.2-Liter V-8 Engine and Advanced Track Modifications
• Available in Limited Quantities for an Estimated Price of $300,000

Inspired by the clay model of the Ford Mustang GT3 race car showcased in the design studio, Ford CEO Jim Farley envisioned transforming it into a road car. As a result, the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD was born, designed to dominate the tracks, from Daytona to Le Mans.

Unrestricted by racing regulations, the GTD boasts enhanced power, generating approximately 800 horsepower, and incorporates active aerodynamic features that are deemed illegal in the Mustang GT3 racing series. Ford plans to produce the street-legal GTD in limited quantities, positioning it as a formidable contender among the world’s finest track cars.

As Farley articulates, “Our goal is to surpass the likes of AMG Black, Aston Martin, and Porsche GT3 RS not only on the streets but also at Le Mans.”

A Collaboration Between Ford Performance and Multimatic

The GTD is the brainchild of Ford Performance and Multimatic, commencing its journey as a standard Mustang from the renowned Flat Rock, Michigan plant. It then proceeds to Multimatic’s factory located in Ontario, Canada, where it undergoes a rear modification to accommodate the GTD’s transaxle, equipped with a Tremec eight-speed dual-clutch system. The trunk lid features a transaxle cooler, ensuring optimal gearbox performance. While the exact trunk space remains confidential, it is present beneath the transaxle-cooler’s ducting and radiator.

By incorporating a rear-weighted transaxle connected to the front-mounted engine through a carbon-fiber prop shaft, the GTD achieves a nearly perfect 50/50 front-rear balance, surpassing the Mustang Shelby GT500’s 56.6/43.4 percent distribution.

Regarding weight specifics, Ford has chosen to keep this information undisclosed for the time being. However, apart from aluminum door skins, the GTD predominantly features lightweight carbon-fiber bodywork.

The availability of exposed carbon-fiber panels, similar to those found on the GT supercar, is under consideration, although the complex manufacturing process and associated costs may render it impractical.

Unleashing the Power of the Mustang GTD

Equipped with a modified supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 engine derived from the Shelby GT500, the GTD delivers an estimated 800 horsepower, surpassing the GT500’s 760 horsepower, with a redline of 7500 rpm. The addition of a dry-sump oil system ensures optimal lubrication during track use. Furthermore, the engine retains the same mounting position as the GT500, while a titanium exhaust by Akrapovic efficiently expels hot air through two prominent rear pipes.

To maximize traction provided by the mammoth 345/30ZR-20 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R rear tires, the GTD most likely incorporates a launch-control system. The front of the vehicle is equipped with wide 325/30ZR-20 tires, one of the widest ever fitted to a production car.

Optimizing grip, the GTD features a bespoke suspension design. Multimatic’s adaptive spool-valve dampers collaborate with a new unequal-length control-arm front suspension, while the rear assembly includes a pushrod-style multilink setup complemented by inboard-mounted ASV dampers and coil springs.

Forged aluminum wheels are standard, with the option to upgrade to even lighter forged magnesium wheels to reduce unsprung weight. The GTD boasts massive carbon-ceramic brake rotors that remain efficiently cooled by dedicated ducts behind the wheels.

Introducing Advanced Aerodynamics with the GTD

At the press of a button, the GTD’s body is capable of lowering by approximately 1.6 inches, enhancing its aerodynamic capabilities. The striking C-pillar hosts a substantial wing, available as an optional addition, featuring a hydraulically controlled active drag-reduction system (DRS) for increased downforce when required.

The front fenders and hood exhibit pressure-reducing vents reminiscent of those found on dedicated Le Mans race cars. Ford offers an extreme aero package that includes a carbon-fiber underbody equipped with hydraulically actuated, active front flaps.

In person, the GTD captivates with its astonishing width and aggressive fender sculpting. The car’s four-inch wider track, commanding stance, and refined proportions make the adjacent Shelby GT500 appear diminutive in comparison.

Although limited visibility hindered the observation of the interior, glimpses revealed the GTD’s large gauge cluster, infotainment screens, and racing-style Recaro front seats. Notably, the GTD does not include rear seats. The options menu for this high-performance Mustang offers a 3-D-printed rotary shifter and shift paddles constructed from titanium parts sourced from a Lockheed Martin F-22.

Production of the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD is scheduled to commence in over a year, with Ford aiming to produce between 1000 and 2000 units of this extraordinary Mustang variant. Undoubtedly, demand will surpass supply for this remarkable vehicle.