The Ford GT Mk IV hypercar will stop being made at the end of 2023. To honor this car and its history, Ford is giving it a special farewell, inspired by the 1967 GT Mk IV race car that won the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans race, driven by Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt.
Ford will make only 67 of these new cars, each one built by hand. They will cost $1.7 million each. The car will have many upgrades focused on racing. These include a bigger engine, expected to produce over 800 horsepower (up from 660), a new body design, a longer wheelbase, improved suspension, and a racing gearbox.
This car is not meant for regular roads. You will only be able to drive it on a race track.
What’s New for 2023?
The 2023 Ford GT has many major changes compared to the 2022 model. The body, frame, engine, and drivetrain have all been improved.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The 2023 Ford GT starts at a price of $1,700,000.
Base price: $1,700,000
Only customers who are approved by Ford can buy this car at such a high price. We don’t have any information yet about extra options or paint choices, but we will update this section when more details are available.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The 2023 Ford GT will have many new features compared to the previous model. It will have a stronger engine with over 800 horsepower, using a twin-turbo V6. Instead of the old seven-speed automatic, Ford will use what they call a “proper racing gearbox.” The chassis has also been stretched, and the suspension system has been upgraded to an adaptive setup for better handling. The car will have racing tires from Michelin and special center-lock wheels, making it easier to control the extra power on the racetrack—where it can only be driven.
We don’t know exactly how fast it will be yet, but the older GT with 660 horsepower could go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3 seconds and finish a quarter-mile in 10.8 seconds at 134 miles per hour. This new model should be even faster!
Here’s a simple table for the engine part:
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Engine | Over 800 horsepower twin-turbo V6. |
| Transmission | Uses a “proper racing gearbox” instead of the old seven-speed automatic. |
| Chassis | Stretched with upgraded Multimatic DSSV to ASV dampers for better handling. |
| Performance | Racing tires and center-lock wheels for improved control; speed details are yet to be tested. |
| Comparison | Older GT with 660 horsepower could reach 60 mph in 3 seconds and a quarter-mile in 10.8 seconds. |
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The 2022 Ford GT had an EPA rating of 12 miles per gallon (mpg) in the city and 18 mpg on the highway. Since the 2023 model won’t be legal to drive on the streets, it probably won’t get an EPA rating.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The current Ford GT has a simple, driver-focused interior, and we expect the 2023 model to be even more basic. It will likely come with everything needed for racing, such as a roll cage, fire safety system, racing seats, and safety harnesses. It’s not clear yet if it will have air conditioning, which some race cars do have nowadays.
Sure! Here’s a simple table for the interior part:
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | Simple and driver-focused, likely even more basic than the current model. |
| Features | Expected to include a roll cage, fire safety system, racing seats, and safety harnesses. |
| Comfort | Air conditioning is not confirmed, though some race cars have it. |
| Cargo Space | Minimal cargo space, focused on racing needs rather than everyday comfort. |
Exterior
The 2023 Ford GT will have a striking and aggressive design, similar to its predecessor. It will feature a low, wide stance with sharp lines and aerodynamic curves to enhance performance. The car will be built with lightweight materials, such as carbon fiber, to improve speed and handling. The exterior will include large air intakes and a rear wing to increase downforce and stability at high speeds. Expect the new GT to look even more race-ready, with design elements focused on improving aerodynamics and overall performance.
Here’s a simple table for the exterior part:
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Design | Striking and aggressive with a low, wide stance and sharp lines. |
| Materials | Lightweight materials like carbon fiber to improve speed and handling. |
| Aerodynamics | Features large air intakes and a rear wing to boost downforce and stability. |
| Overall Look | Race-ready design focused on enhancing performance and aerodynamics. |
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The Ford GT is a special, high-performance car that isn’t tested for crashes by safety agencies. It probably won’t have the driver-assistance features found in most regular cars. In this race car, avoiding accidents is entirely up to the driver.