2016 Mustang changes?

Other than the awesome new Sync 3 that everyone is talking about I wonder what other new changes if any will be featured on the 16" Mustang? When will we find out maybe in the Spring ??

I also hope they offer the gunmetal wheel color as another wheel option for the PP.

Don't expect much. Introducing new colors and taking away current colors, maybe some repackaging of certain options, and the new SYNC 3. Other than that, don't expect much.

Guard and TY is out, Grabber Blue and Gotta have it Green in. (Based on Rumor)

I think MY 17 will be the first time you'll potentially see GT350 bits available. Myself I'm most interested in magnetic suspension in a 2.7+ EB... We'll see ;)

Ford needs a pure performance car between GTPP base and the GT350 in price to compete with whatever C7 parts Chevy will drop in the Camaro performance editions (or bankrupt them).

I would expect '16 to include a name dredge to pull sales (mach 1 or whatever) and '17-'18 to actually have something exciting to add to the equation.

opensesame said:

Guard and TY is out, Grabber Blue and Gotta have it Green in. (Based on Rumor)

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Where did you see that rumor?

And yeah, I wouldn't expect many changes for 2016 outside of sync3.

new gunmetal wheel color for the PP !!! hahaha

I know that they are currently available through Ford Racing...but still !!

I have an interest in this topic as we're looking to hopefully take delivery of a EcoBoost Premium Mustang in the June-August time frame. I'm assuming that by that time, we won't be able to place an order for a 2015 model.

With that being said, what's the difference with this new 'Sync 3' software for the head unit that everyone seems to think is so much better?

Max57 said:

With that being said, what's the difference with this new 'Sync 3' software for the head unit that everyone seems to think is so much better?

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The hardware will have completely changed across all Ford models. The software will be Blackberry QNX instead of Microsoft. It will have a simpler interface to use while driving. It will be software-upgradable via WiFi (like how an iPhone updates its software). I'm sure there will be bugs in the first release. If there are bugs in the software, you can get an update.

In my opinion the current MFT is too clunky to use. I've used it in a Ford Edge I rented a couple months ago. You cannot upgrade a Microsoft SYNC headunit to the new 2016 Sync 3.

Sync 3 looks promising. With the simpler interface, you don't have to look at the head unit as much and keep your eyes on the road as they should be.

I know people think it is silly to complain about the software. But I don't think it is silly. If I am forced to shell out $4000 extra for the "premium" package as a whole (rather than component by component), then I want the head unit to be good! It is something you use every day! Also, I can't get leather seats with a base head unit.

They lef a lot of room on the engine for More HP. I bet they will see what chevy does with the comaro thingy

Sync 3 and maybe minor color changes.

There won't be any hardware changes or horsepower changes save maybe wheel options and package options.

Edit: I don't know for sure (don't mean it to sound so sure). Major changes such as horsepower bump after first year are rare outside of some exceptions usually explainable by something's development not being complete (aka 2010 restyle and 5.0). That's not the case here. I don't expect any significant bump in power for 3-5 years.

I would like to see an 8 speed DCT and the 2.7L V6 Eco slotted in below the GT.

One can dream, right?

I do not know where you guys getting the information that the QNX would be "updatable" via WiFi? If the QNX is like the units in the Chrysler Group, updates are made via USB stick. I for my person would never ever update via WiFi. What would you do if you have only 50% and the connection get lost? Calling a tow truck? Remember. QNX units are used in other cars for the whole car software. That's why there is NO OFF switch on this units. As soon you start the car, the radio units are on. The most annoying thing IMO. So I am happy with the 2015 MySync - if there where a switch to "switch off" the screen by night.

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I do not know where you guys getting the information that the QNX would be "updatable" via WiFi? If the QNX is like the units in the Chrysler Group, updates are made via USB stick. I for my person would never ever update via WiFi. What would you do if you have only 50% and the connection get lost? Calling a tow truck? Remember. QNX units are used in other cars for the whole car software. That's why there is NO OFF switch on this units. As soon you start the car, the radio units are on. The most annoying thing IMO. So I am happy with the 2015 MySync - if there where a switch to "switch off" the screen by night.

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Its been mentioned in the press releases that it will be updatable through WiFi

opensesame said:

Guard and TY is out, Grabber Blue and Gotta have it Green in. (Based on Rumor)

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I would be super pissed if that happened, though I think I will love my CO but still.......

I wouldn't expect any changes outside of packages and colors, or sync as well, probably will mimic the 11-14 cycle.

Papaya said:

I do not know where you guys getting the information that the QNX would be "updatable" via WiFi? If the QNX is like the units in the Chrysler Group, updates are made via USB stick. I for my person would never ever update via WiFi. What would you do if you have only 50% and the connection get lost? Calling a tow truck? Remember. QNX units are used in other cars for the whole car software. That's why there is NO OFF switch on this units. As soon you start the car, the radio units are on. The most annoying thing IMO. So I am happy with the 2015 MySync - if there where a switch to "switch off" the screen by night.

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I'm sure the QNX software will be updatable via WiFi or through your cell phone as it is paired to avoid that problem or via USB if you want to update it that way. I do not see Ford replacing or tieing the ECM software to the head unit, at this point. QNX is far superior for this purpose than Microsoft is at this point. Using an RTOS will provide better response and functionality and accuracy. Lets dream big here and see that perhaps one day we will be able to tune an engine with our voice sometime in the future.