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kinelisch
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Wrong.
Here are features that were NOT present in 2024 FORD models...
025 Ford Maverick
- Newly available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) on hybrid trims for the first time https://www.ford.com/Wikipedia
- Redesigned front fascia and headlights styled as a '7' Wikipedia
- 13.2-inch touchscreen upgrade with SYNC 4, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and 5G LTE hotspot Wikipediahttps://www.ford.com/
- New advanced driver aids: 360-degree camera, Pro Trailer Backup Assist, and Pro Trailer Hitch Assist Wikipediahttps://www.ford.com/
- Introduction of Tremor as its own distinct trim (no longer just a package) Wikipedia
- Launch of new Lobo trim: sport-tuned suspension, torque-vectoring AWD “Lobo mode,” unique styling and wheels Wikipedia
2025 Ford Bronco (retail)
- Base trim upgraded with a 12-inch digital gauge cluster (from 8-inch), rear climate vents, extra interior lighting, and improved sound insulation The Sun
- Sasquatch package enhancements: now includes 35-inch Goodyear Territory R/T tires and a 12-speaker B&O sound system (up from 10 speakers) The Sun
- New special editions and styling options: Black Diamond, Free Wheeling, new color choices, Black Appearance graphics, and replacement of Wildtrak with Stroppe Edition The Sun
2025 Ford Expedition (5th Gen)
- New Ford Split Gate tailgate (opens both like liftgate and like pickup tailgate; lower half supports up to 500 lb) Wikipedia
- Introduction of Tremor off-road trim (replacing Timberline), with features like 33-inch General Grabber tires, off-road lighting, Raptor-inspired boards, underbody protection, Trail 1-Pedal, Rock Crawl Mode, Trail Turn Assist, higher ground clearance, and orange trim accents Wikipedia
- All-new interior tech: Ford Digital Experience infotainment (Wi-Fi hotspot, Alexa, Google Assistant/Maps/Play, Google services), BlueCruise available on ~90% of lineup, and a 24-inch panoramic display plus 13.2-inch center touchscreen Wikipedia
- New Flex Powered Console (console slides back ~8 inches revealing hidden storage) and Third-Row Flexible Seating (middle seat folds independently) Wikipedia
2025 Ford Explorer (retail)
- Debuts the Android-powered Digital Experience infotainment: Google Maps, Play Store, Assistant, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, digital HVAC; includes 13.2-inch touchscreen and 12.3-inch cluster The Verge
- Redesigned midsize SUV with revamped exterior, new LED lighting and more rugged look MarketWatch
- Interior upgrades: premium materials, 13.2-inch infotainment screen, 12.3-inch digital driver display, plus enhanced Co-Pilot360 Assist+ and optional BlueCruise hands-free driving MarketWatch
2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (PIU)
- Hybrid powertrain now standard, reducing fuel use during idle and lowering costs Ford Media
- Standard Vehicle Integration System 2.0 and Police Perimeter Alert included Ford Media
- Upgraded center screens and streamlined upfitting process; integrated telematics with Ford Pro Solutions Ford Media
- For 2025 FPIU specifically: large center display, advanced OTA capability, and Upfit Pro Integration System now standard WikipediaFord Media
2025 Ford F-Series Super Duty
- New Trailer Technology bundles: auxiliary towing cameras, Individual Trailer TPMS, and BLIS with trailer coverage Ford MediaFrom the Road
- Vehicle Integration System 2.0 improves integration of third-party upfit equipment Ford MediaFrom the Road
- Additional tech: Co-Pilot360, 360-degree cameras, customizable digital cluster, head-up display, SYNC 4, and Ford Pro telematics for fleet efficiency From the Road
Bikeman315
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Although these points are valid most of these are not SUV’s and many are far most costly the a base 200a Mustang. The least expensive SUV is the Escape so based on your comment this is what I’m using as a comparison.
kinelisch
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Agreed. But here’s the problem—while other Ford vehicles are getting more features, more tech, and more advancements every year, the Mustang seems to be losing things instead. That doesn’t sit right. I get that business decisions are involved, but let’s be real—if Ford can load up the Maverick, Bronco, Explorer, and Expedition with upgrades, why should the Mustang, the company’s flagship performance car (Other than the GTD), have features stripped away?
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Because those vehicles sell a lot more than the Mustang. Because they are more profitable than the Mustang. Because there is far more parts sharing than with the Mustang. From a purely financial perspective it’s amazing the Mustang still exists. And to keep matters from getting worse (and to keep the bean counters happy) they have to remove costly features or make them optional.
But, that said, I totally agree with your sentiment. But a de-featured Mustang is still better than no Mustang.
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Starship Enterprise
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I dunno…why did Ford opt to not put an $11 part in the Pinto to keep it from exploding in rear collisions?
Because the bean counters run companies. We should feel lucky they are still including the steering wheel.
Because the bean counters run companies. We should feel lucky they are still including the steering wheel.
Cz_Ziemniak
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Don't worry, the engineers are hard at work figuring out a way to take the wheel away without the public rejecting the idea.I dunno…why did Ford opt to not put an $11 part in the Pinto to keep it from exploding in rear collisions?
Because the bean counters run companies. We should feel lucky they are still including the steering wheel.
AZ_Ryan
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That was a much different time. The market was shifting and the Pinto was rushed into production faster than any Ford at the time. Plus auto safety standards where still in their infancy.I dunno…why did Ford opt to not put an $11 part in the Pinto to keep it from exploding in rear collisions?
Because the bean counters run companies. We should feel lucky they are still including the steering wheel.
Frogdog1
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The "spare tire slime, Mickey Mouse compressor system" of dealing with a flat tire sucked and now, it looks like that is an option. WTH are they not thinking? They're asking for sales to drop even more.
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So you would really consider not buying a car without the slime? How about all of us that bought the S550 without a spare tire? Didn't stop us and most of us would never use the slime anyway.
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Glad I have a 24 401A Ragtop
The deletion of Homelink is a head scratcher, how much can it be?
Before I wandered onto the Forums this morning my financial adviser, AKA Mrs Neggytive who has an uncanny ability to make money on stocks told me she was selling our Ford stock.
It has been a real dog IMHO, not enough gains/dividends to justify holding it.
Do I hold on to a stock with less than 6% appreciation in the last year, or buy some more of the one that has me up 36% in the same time?
Did anyone read where Ford is getting out of the "Hot Hatch" business in Europe?
Those are cars that historically have done well for them, but like everything else they screwed it up and are surrendering the market to the competition
Also BMW just announced that although they were discontinuing the Z4 in Europe but they are going to continue selling it in the USA because it is selling well her.
A fun little 2 seat ragtop. It is a car that many potential Mustang ragtop owners might consider as an alternative. Yes I know it is a Turbo 6 vs a V8, but apples to oranges it is a good alternative to the Mustang.
And Ford wonders why they are only selling about 45,000 gas powered Mustangs of all drive trains and trim levels.
BMW is selling about 67,000 Z4's
The deletion of Homelink is a head scratcher, how much can it be?
Before I wandered onto the Forums this morning my financial adviser, AKA Mrs Neggytive who has an uncanny ability to make money on stocks told me she was selling our Ford stock.
It has been a real dog IMHO, not enough gains/dividends to justify holding it.
Do I hold on to a stock with less than 6% appreciation in the last year, or buy some more of the one that has me up 36% in the same time?
Did anyone read where Ford is getting out of the "Hot Hatch" business in Europe?
Those are cars that historically have done well for them, but like everything else they screwed it up and are surrendering the market to the competition
Also BMW just announced that although they were discontinuing the Z4 in Europe but they are going to continue selling it in the USA because it is selling well her.
A fun little 2 seat ragtop. It is a car that many potential Mustang ragtop owners might consider as an alternative. Yes I know it is a Turbo 6 vs a V8, but apples to oranges it is a good alternative to the Mustang.
And Ford wonders why they are only selling about 45,000 gas powered Mustangs of all drive trains and trim levels.
BMW is selling about 67,000 Z4's
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Theres no way theres that little of profit per car that they have to cut floor mats lol.
Especially since the R&D for this platform was done in 2014.
Especially since the R&D for this platform was done in 2014.
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