[Auto] Ford Shelby GT500 2020 is presented

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Dodge Challenger Hellcat's staunch rival returns with aerodynamic improvements and much more power.

It is a fact that Caroll Shelby would be more than proud to see this new installment of the GT500, because the imposing sporty look inspired by fighter jets, in addition to the improvements in aerodynamics and performance, have left us between seeing that the segment of the so-called muscle cars continues to this day.

 

It has sports fascias and spoiler, a series of vents in the hood that support the cooling system, exclusive 20-inch wheels in black mounted on Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, red calipers and of course the distinctive features of the Shelby version in sides, grill, trunk, steering wheel, dash and seats.

 

The Mustang Shelby GT500 made its debut during the Detroit Auto Show in 2019, where after a series of speculations the new aesthetics it would incorporate was finally unveiled, although it was not until about two months ago when by means of a "Teaser" the brand was able to uncover the power that the poisonous pony would have.

 

8 cylinder heart 

 

Or half of a 5.2-liter supercharged V8 block that delivers 760 horsepower and 625 lb-ft of torque, it becomes the most powerful street car made by Ford, achieving a sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.5 seconds and is capable of a maximum of 290 km / h. The transmission is seven-ratio double-clutch automatic, something that of course surprises us as it is the first time that the signature of the oval endows the Shelby GT500 with an automatic transmission, with this, it promises an improvement in the set-up on the track as each change can be accomplished in less than 100 milliseconds. But, in case you had any doubts, my dear purist friend, let me tell you that unfortunately there is NO option to a manual box.

 

With this, we have the 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 sits between the 717-hp Dodge Challenger Hellcat and the 791-horsepower Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye. In addition to this it would be surpassing the power of the McLaren 720s, with a difference of 40 horsepower.

 

A better set-up ...

 

The traction continues in the rear, the Brembo brand brakes are now six-piston, which means that they are much larger and more efficient; It has an adaptive suspension (MagneRide) by Ford Performance, which can be adjusted according to the needs of the driver.

 

To make matters worse, the all-new Shelby GT500 integrates a system with six coolers, increasing air flow by 50 percent, plus two radiators to help ventilation and prevent overheating.

 

The dual exhaust system is designed to deliver maximum performance and adds the characteristic Shelby GT500 sound, with adjustments: Manual, Silent, Sport and Track.

 

   

The first thing we notice is the inclusion of a 12-inch digital dashboard where the trip information will be displayed, in addition to being able to control some of the functions of the GT500, such as the application of acceleration times, lap circuit timer, locking the front axle as well as braking results, to name a few. Depending on the selected management mode, it will change color, although if none is to your liking, you can also configure your own.

Your way will be accompanied by a premium 12-speaker B&O audio system, which can be controlled using an eight-inch touch screen compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In addition to this, it has the FordPass system, which allows functions such as the remote start of the vehicle with a programmable option, as well as being able to control the opening or closing of doors, location of the vehicle in real time, locate parking lots or gas stations and allow the connection of 10 devices through a Wi-Fi network with 4G LTE speed.

 

The interior combines elements of very good quality rigid plastics, as well as leather for the covering of the dashboard, steering wheel and doors. The seats are sporty cut by the Recaro brand, covered in alcantara and leather in contrast with white stitching that synergize with the steering wheel.