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2011 Ford Mustang Gets 5.0-Liter V-8

 
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According to several sources across the web Ford is indeed developing an all-new 32 valve 5.0L V8 engine with the code name 'Coyote' for a return in the 2011 Mustang GT and 2011 Ford F-150.  The all-new 5.0L V8 powerplant is said to have 400 horsepower and 400 ft-lbs of torque.  The new 5.0L V8 has been rumored for quite sometime and comes as no surprise to Mustang fans who knew Ford would have to do something to keep up with the new Challenger SRT8 and 2010 Camaro SS.  Ford has made no official announcement on the new 5.0L V8 as we expect it to stay that way until sometime in 2010.  With the refreshed 2010 Mustang GT coming with the 4.6L V8 in a few months Ford would not want to hinder sales of their new pony car by releasing info on the new 5.0L V8.



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  1. By  Performance Parts Posted: 1/29/2009 6:54am PST

    "Finally."

    400 HP and 400 FT/LBS out of a 5.0. Boy has technology come a long way. Going back to a 5.0 should help breathe some life back in
     
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  2. By Peter Posted: 2/14/2009 9:52am PST

    "5.0 HO motor stored 10 yrs"

    I bought this motor from my friend the mechanic to install in my boat- tree fell on boat now i'd be happy to get $500 Can for it - comes with, plenum,distrib,waterpump,alternator and chrome valve covers.It has been stored for 10 yrs in my heated garage- pictures available - Toronto Canada
    Peter 647-885-3341
     
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  3. By Steven Posted: 2/21/2009 8:30pm PST

    "Steven Reiser"

    Finally! I hope this is true! They are making GTs that sell in the high $20K range wiht just over 300 HP and Shelby GT500 with over 500 HP for about $50K. We really need a choice in between and if this engine really has 400 HP and prices between the current GT and the Shelby it will be the first car since 2004 to fill that position since the SVT Cobra. I hope they are serious!!! It might even tempt some of us Terminator owners who want Ford power but can't afford a Shelby.
     
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  4. By Rob Posted: 3/4/2009 5:44pm PST

    "Trucker"

    I'm a local driver around Windsor, ON. The new "coyote" will be built in the Ford Windsor Engine Plant. I've had all sorts of fixtures and other odds and ends with "coyote project" labeled on it. I asked about it and was told it's just "an engine" being built here.
     
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  5. By  Stangman Posted: 3/15/2009 10:11am PDT

    "oh yea baby finally"

    Ford is doing the wrong thing waiting untill 11' because all the people out there are looking at the camaro know. I hope they come out in mid year of 010' because thts when I whant to buy and I dont whant my bro to beat me by less then 1 sec w/ the 4.6. since the 010' mustang w/ 4.6 is a half of a second slower then the new challenger. w/ the 5.0L 32 valve V-8 will defently whont be slower will win by alot.
    STANGS FOR LIFE!!!!!
     
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  6. By  Peter Posted: 3/25/2009 10:39am PDT

    "1992 mustang lx 2.3L 4cyl"

    I am selling my mustang for 2001, OBO. Interested?
    +15102629926 call between 6pm-8pm.
     
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  7. By Henry Posted: 4/3/2009 7:23pm PDT

    "BuyNorthAmerican"

    So far all I've heard is that the 5.0L will b built here in Windsor, Ontario and is expected to push 400hp and 400 tq giving the ram a run for its money but recent news says it is exceeding expectations so it should be interesting to see what could compete.
    It is also expected to get outstanding fuel economy.
    (the Windsor engines will continue to b reliable and the best made.)cough(Cleveland)
     
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  8. By Henry Posted: 4/3/2009 7:26pm PDT

    "BuyNorthAmerican"

    So far all I've heard is that the 5.0L will b built here in Windsor, Ontario and is expected to push 400hp and 400 tq giving the ram a run for its money but recent news says it is exceeding expectations so it should be interesting to see what could compete.
    It is also expected to get outstanding fuel economy.
    (the Windsor engines will continue to b reliable and the best made.)cough(Cleveland)
     
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  9. By Henry Posted: 4/3/2009 7:27pm PDT

    "BuyNorthAmerican"

    So far all I've heard is that the 5.0L will b built here in Windsor, Ontario and is expected to push 400hp and 400 tq giving the ram a run for its money but recent news says it is exceeding expectations so it should be interesting to see what could compete.
    It is also expected to get outstanding fuel economy.
    (the Windsor engines will continue to b reliable and the best made.)cough(Cleveland)
     
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  10. By  Howard Posted: 7/26/2009 3:52pm PDT

    Ford NEEDS to have a "half-year" model with two needed improvements; The rumored 400 HP 5 liter V8 -- and a 6 speed auto tranny.
    Are you listening Ford?
    FLHT-CI
     
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  11. By Benjamin Posted: 7/28/2009 10:21pm PDT

    I wonder if it's going to be the Cammer 5.0 engine. The cammer also puts out 400 bhp and 400 lb/ft torque. Then again, the Cammer is an expensive engine, so it doesnt seem so likely.
     
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  12. By  timax Posted: 8/18/2009 6:42pm PDT

    In winter 2009 they bring the new 6.2L in the f-150 raptor with 400hp and 400lbst. how they can bring the same power from the 5L or why make the 6.2 if that true.
     
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  13. By cbnfs Posted: 12/3/2009 11:06pm PST

    Whooo! The 3.7 V6 305hp+ on and now maybe a 400+ V8, sounds a lot beeeeter!!!! FINALLY SOME GOOD NEWS! after a long waiting time.
    Next some WEIGHT and SIZE reduction plus SUSPENSION refinement! We truly do want an import killer, no matter on straight or twisties, just eat 'em.
     
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  14. By Jeremy Gordon Posted: 12/22/2009 3:21pm PST

    It's about time. Ford's #1.
    "Ford NEEDS to have a "half-year" model with two needed improvements; The rumored 400 HP 5 liter V8 -- and a 6 speed auto tranny.
    Are you listening Ford?
    FLHT-CI"
    I agree. I hope ford is listening.
     
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  15. By beezy Posted: 12/22/2009 7:03pm PST

    I had a reliable source tell me he was at the test track today and they are indeed using "some 400hp 5 liter engine" im happy.
     
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  16. By beezy Posted: 12/22/2009 7:07pm PST

    o and timax, this article explains it very well explaoins how new engines are smaller but much stronger... http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2009/04/road-test-review-2010-toyota-tundra-4-6-liter-v8.html
     
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  17. By BWC Posted: 12/24/2009 5:36am PST

    Crap......I just bought the 2010 GT (which I love!!) But I might have waited for one more year if I had known this. No biggie, I have plans to install a Roush supercharger which should put me on par.
     
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  18. By bullitt1491 Posted: 12/28/2009 2:13pm PST

    Ok. i love my Bullitt to death. but.... i would really like more HP in her. i was thinking about putting a kit on her but than i mod a classic/limited edition replica. i hate the new model rear panel and front grills. the new HP is def needed to compete with the camro sales. but im sorry for i have already made up my mind to get the newest camaro, v8, 420hp when they become available. a little too late ford!
     
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  19. By gilcanales Posted: 3/27/2010 7:36pm PDT

    In '92, I bought a 5.0 LX hatchback. It is still my daily driver. When I found out Ford was bringing the 5.0 back, I thought to myself, that finally, a Mustang worthy of replacing my old ride. In 2013, I'm buying a new 5.0. Now if they would only bring back Twilight Clearcoat Metallic and let me match it with a Titanium interior.
     
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  20. By Julio Posted: 6/10/2010 7:37pm PDT

    this is greta news! I own a 1989 5.0 mustang, I love it! and I just atarted working on restoring it, I might just stop and get me a new 2011 5.0 but Ford, better keep its word about the HP also Ford better make the new mustang better looking and with the same HP if not more than the Camaro...cause I was just thinking about switching of being a mustang fan to a Camaro fan
     
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  21. By  Charlie Posted: 2/2/2011 12:14pm PST

    I'm not much aware, whether is it released or still have to wait for the ford to get in the market. Let me know if some one already purchased it.
    Thanks
     
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