Question about the Belgian car taxes

Talking about the Belgian tax: to anybody here who would want the new 2020 hybrid Mustang of the next generation at some point, you should probably try to get it on the road (if possible with production dates, etc) before 31/12/2020 since that's until when the current regulations count (where you basically don't pay tax on hybrids).

MustangMustHaves said:

Talking about the Belgian tax: to anybody here who would want the new 2020 hybrid Mustang of the next generation at some point, you should probably try to get it on the road (if possible with production dates, etc) before 31/12/2020 since that's until when the current regulations count (where you basically don't pay tax on hybrids).

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Correct me if I'm wrong however, as I understand, the hybrid Mustang will be available in North America 2020-2021. Did Ford say the hybrid Mustang will be available in Europe at that time. Perhaps in EU 2022 - 2023 or later ? :shrug:

kwpony said:

Correct me if I'm wrong however, as I understand, the hybrid Mustang will be available in North America 2020-2021. Did Ford say the hybrid Mustang will be available in Europe at that time. Perhaps in EU 2022 - 2023 or later ? :shrug:

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That's what I don't know either. But for the 2015 model, those who pre-ordered (when the base prices where still 35000 and 40000 for the EB and GT) got theirs somewhere in spring/summer 2015, right? So IF it would be the same for the next model, it should work out.

MustangMustHaves said:

That's what I don't know either. But for the 2015 model, those who pre-ordered (when the base prices where still 35000 and 40000 for the EB and GT) got theirs somewhere in spring/summer 2015, right? So IF it would be the same for the next model, it should work out.

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No the first cars actually got here in August 2015, so basically one year after the first cars were on the lots in the US.

The Hybrid will be based in the new 2021 model, of which production will commence around June 2020. So actual delivery in Europe should not be expected before Q3 2021.

Argh damnit :tsk:

MustangMustHaves said:

Argh damnit :tsk:

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You can always buy one in the States and bring it over. That way you'll have it one year earlier.

Ericc B said:

You can always buy one in the States and bring it over. That way you'll have it one year earlier.

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And probably cheaper.
And with all the options you want.
And without mutilations.

papinist said:

And probably cheaper.
And with all the options you want.
And without mutilations.

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So, message of the day: for next gens, buy a US spec

MustangMustHaves said:

That's what I don't know either. But for the 2015 model, those who pre-ordered (when the base prices where still 35000 and 40000 for the EB and GT) got theirs somewhere in spring/summer 2015, right? So IF it would be the same for the next model, it should work out.

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I'm going to open another can of worms here. When the time actually comes, will there be plentiful electric outlets to non-stressfully charge our hybrid Mustangs here in Europe ? I know there are some hybrid cars already on the market. I have even seen a Nissan Leaf from time to time. Apartment buildings and private homes will need to have the special plug outlet built into existing electric outlets. Running around town will likely be no problem with the range the car can be driven on electric / ice power. What about a trip from Spain to Germany ? :shrug:

kwpony said:

I'm going to open another can of worms here. When the time actually comes, will there be plentiful electric outlets to non-stressfully charge our hybrid Mustangs here in Europe ?

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The Mustang will be a regular hybrid, not a plugin hybrid. So you can't charge it from the net, the batteries are only charged by alternators that are connected to the engine and the braking system.

kwpony said:

What about a trip from Spain to Germany ? :shrug:

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They invented airplanes and rental cars for that ;)

Ericc B said:

The Mustang will be a regular hybrid, not a plugin hybrid. So you can't charge it from the net, the batteries are only charged by alternators that are connected to the engine and the braking system.


They invented airplanes and rental cars for that ;)

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Ok. Not a plugin hybrid . Now I know how it's supposed to work. :cheers: