Mustang GTD Unleashed

The Ford Mustang GTD

Imagine trying to harness the raw power of a race car on city streets. That’s exactly what the Ford Mustang GTD is all about. This isn’t just any Mustang; it’s the quickest and most extreme version that’s road-legal. It costs a hefty $318,760, outpacing the earlier estimates. Comparing it to the Porsche 911 GT3 RS, which starts at $241,300, makes it clear the GTD is in a league of its own.

Price Breakdown

Besides the sticker price, there’s a $3,700 gas guzzler tax attached, and an extra $5,500 for destination and delivery. Imagine the care needed to ensure this beast arrives without so much as a scratch; that certainly justifies the high cost.

Fuel Thirst

The GTD’s appetite for fuel is hefty. It’s rated for just 10 mpg in the city and 17 mpg on the highway. A Ferrari Purosangue does better in the city at 11 mpg. On average, GTD owners will find themselves shelling out $4,400 a year on fuel, assuming they drive it 15,000 miles annually. Although, most GTDs will likely be used sparingly, more as cherished pieces of machinery than daily drivers.

Luxury and Features

This Mustang is loaded with goodies. It offers Akrapovic titanium exhaust, Brembo brakes featuring carbon ceramic rotors, and a load of carbon fiber body panels. Inside, tech lovers will find a 12.4-inch digital gauge cluster and a 13.2-inch touchscreen full of unique graphics. If having racecar sounds isn’t enough, the Bang & Olufsen sound system with 12 speakers will surely satisfy any audiophile’s cravings.

The built unit includes some optional extras like red brake calipers at $1,500 and an exposed carbon fiber roof setting the buyer back by $10,000, culminating in an overall price of $339,460.

Performance

Under the hood lies the heart of an 815 horsepower supercharged 5.2-liter V8 engine. Delivering power through an eight-speed Tremec dual-clutch transaxle to the rear, this car’s racing suspension helps it hug the tarmac. It managed a lap under seven minutes on the Nürburgring, securing its status as a true performance marvel.

The top speed figures, impressive as well, stand at 202 mph — faster than Porsche’s 911 GT3 maxing out at 194 mph. But here’s the kicker: despite its sky-high price and limited availability, owning a Mustang GTD isn’t just about having cash in hand. Ford’s rigorous selection process ensures only the most discerning enthusiasts will have the privilege of calling one their own.