If you've been following all the ways Mustang has evolved, get ready — because the 2025 Mustang GTD is no ordinary high-performance Mustang. Priced at $327,960, this pony car crosses over into serious supercar territory. It has a race-ready body with carbon-fiber panels and lightweight components directly derived from Ford’s work with a GT3 racing team. With a blistering 815 hp supercharged V8, active aerodynamics, and a track-tuned suspension, this Mustang GTD is beyond a lap-time show pony — it means business in race conditions, and it will get your pulse racing before you even put your foot down. Yes, according to Ford, they are targeting a Nürburgring lap time of less than seven minutes — and they are serious about it.
Under the Hood: Beastly Power, Race-Grade Tech
What really makes the GTD roar is its engine: the 5.2-liter “Predator” supercharged V8 that shares DNA with Ford's GT3 race car that produces 815 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque! Plus, an 8-speed dual-clutch transaxle located at the rear of the car for optimal weight distribution. When you add spool-valve suspension from Multimatic, gigantic Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, and Michelin pilot sport tires, you've got a car that's built for tearing up corners, not parking lots. This is engineering at its finest, and you can confidently state that the Mustang GTD isn't just fast, but engineered to write the next chapter in hot-rod history.
Track-Centric Yet Street Legal
Believe it or not, this machine is street-legal, but don't mistake it for docility. All elements have been optimized for accuracy: a carbon-fibre front splitter, an enormous 3-piece rear wing, a truly active rear diffuser, and functional airflow ducts. Inside there is no fluff; Recaro suede seats, paddle shifters, and carbon fibre trimmings. But add in finishing premium touches, like a serial-number plaque and 13.2-inch SYNC 4 touchscreen, to temper track ferocity with road-savvy adaptation. In summary, it is a Mustang that could easily demand attention on streets and was appropriately created for track design.
Quick Specs Table
| Feature | Specification |
| Base Price | $327,960 (U.S.) |
| Engine | 5.2L supercharged “Predator” V8, 815 hp, 664 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed dual-clutch rear transaxle |
| Suspension | Multimatic DSSV spool-valve shocks |
| Brakes | Brembo carbon-ceramic |
| Aerodynamics | Carbon-fiber splitter, active wing, rear diffuser |
| Wheels | Magnesium, lightweight |
| Interior | Recaro suede seats, carbon trim, serial plaque |
| Infotainment | 13.2″ SYNC 4 touchscreen |
| Nürburgring Lap Time | Sub‑7 minutes (6:52.072 achieved) |
| Production Run | Limited to 1,000 units |
Why It Matters to US Car Lovers
The GTD isn't for everybody - but, and for performance car enthusiasts, it's a landmark venture. First, Ford were able to not just create a serious halo: they created a road-legal machine that has roots in GT3 racing, and takes on Europe's exotics. Second, it is aspirational but (comparatively) accessible - with an MSRP of less than $330K, it's racing against the likes of McLaren, Ferrari, and Porsche - just with Mustang bloodlines.
For the American driver who grew up with muscle cars, the GTD goes beyond car, it's nothing but evolution: raw power meets racing heritage and norm of the street. It shows that Ford is still adventurous, still creative, and can still make drivers feel alive.
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