Rumors have been circulating for some time about Ford potentially introducing a four-door variant of the iconic Mustang. Now, fresh reports from the United States suggest this vision might be closer to becoming a reality than ever before. According to Ford Authority, Ford has recently filed a trademark for the name ‘Mach 4’. Speculation is rife that “Mach 4” could be the moniker for this highly anticipated Ford Mustang Sedan.
This news builds upon earlier reports from the previous year indicating that Ford had presented design concepts to dealers, showcasing both a four-door Mustang and a rugged, off-road-focused version. While a Ford Mustang sedan might initially seem like a departure from the traditional two-door coupe, Ford has already demonstrated its willingness to expand the Mustang lineage with vehicles like the all-electric Mustang Mach-E SUV. This bold move signals that Ford isn’t afraid to redefine its most celebrated nameplate for a modern automotive landscape.
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Ford’s strategic direction appears to be leaning towards establishing a comprehensive ‘family’ of Mustang models. This initiative aligns with their stated company ethos of producing ‘no boring cars’. Reintroducing a sedan into their lineup, particularly under the esteemed Mustang banner, would effectively address the void left by the discontinuation of popular models like the Fusion and Taurus sedans. A Ford Mustang sedan could recapture a significant segment of the market while injecting excitement and performance into the traditional sedan category.
In a revealing statement made in May 2024, Ford CEO Jim Farley seemed to endorse the idea of a Ford Mustang sedan. He conveyed to media outlets that a four-door Mustang was plausible, provided it retained “all the performance and attitude of the original.” This statement strongly suggests that Ford is seriously considering a performance-oriented Ford Mustang sedan that lives up to the Mustang legacy.
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The ‘family’ concept is already evident in Ford’s approach with the Bronco brand in the US. They have successfully launched a range of Bronco SUV variants based on the Ranger platform, alongside the Bronco Sport, a smaller SUV. This demonstrates Ford’s strategy of leveraging iconic names across different vehicle types.
Ford is further expanding the traditional two-door Mustang range with models like the all-new Mustang RTR, a collaboration with drift icon Vaughn Gittin Jr. There are also persistent rumors about the potential revival of the iconic Boss nameplate, further enriching the Mustang family.
Speculation regarding a Raptor-inspired Mustang also continues to persist. With Ford recently alluding to a ‘standalone’ Raptor off-road supercar, it seems that under the current Ford leadership, almost anything is within the realm of possibility for the Mustang brand. The introduction of a Ford Mustang sedan would be another bold step in this exciting and evolving direction for one of America’s most beloved automotive icons.
