Ford GT supercar unveiled for Europe at 2015 Geneva show
Ford’s new GT supercar made its European debut in Geneva, bringing a 600hp turbo V6, carbonfibre body and a price to rival the Lamborghini Aventador.
Ford’s 2017 GT supercar made its first European appearance at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, following its world premiere in Detroit earlier that year. The new GT arrives as Ford’s flagship performance model, slotting above the Mustang and Focus RS, and marks the return of the GT badge to the brand’s European line-up.
The GT’s design is an evolution of the previous mid-engined supercar, with sharper lines, revised lighting and prominent aerodynamic features. Ford displayed the car in Geneva in a deep blue paint, matching the Focus RS also on show. The body is made almost entirely of carbonfibre to keep weight down, while aluminium front and rear subframes support the suspension and powertrain.
600hp EcoBoost V6 and advanced chassis
At the heart of the new GT is a mid-mounted 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6, producing over 600hp. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Ford has not published full performance figures, but the company is targeting rivals such as the Lamborghini Aventador and Ferrari 488 GTB, both of which were also present at Geneva.
The GT features active aerodynamics, including a deployable rear wing, and rides on carbon-ceramic brakes and 20-inch wheels. Inside, the cabin is minimalist, with fixed seats and an adjustable pedal box, echoing the car’s motorsport intent. The Geneva show car was finished in blue, similar to the launch car in Detroit, but Ford has yet to confirm the available colour palette for production.
Production plans and rivals
Production of the 2017 GT is scheduled to begin late in 2016, with the first cars reaching customers in 2017. Ford has not disclosed exact production numbers or allocation plans, but the GT will be built in limited numbers. Pricing is expected to be similar to the Lamborghini Aventador, putting the Ford in direct competition with established European supercars.
The GT’s Geneva debut places it among a strong field of high-performance launches, including the Ferrari 488 GTB and Porsche Cayman GT4, both revealed at the same show. Ford’s decision to return to the supercar segment with a carbonfibre, turbocharged model signals its intent to compete at the highest level of road car performance.
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