Ford has claimed one of the most coveted titles in performance motoring, setting a new benchmark for the fastest EV in the world.
The Ford Mustang Cobra Jet 2200 has claimed the crown as the quickest EV in a quarter-mile straight (roughly 40 km), recording a best time of 6.81 seconds at 355km/h (221mph).
The sub-seven-second sprint was set at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals in the US, where it displayed multiple sub-seven second passes across the weekend.
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During one of its earlier runs, the car ran a 6.87-second stint, securing the world record, before lowering it again to 6.81 seconds later in the day.
Ford is no stranger to setting blistering quarter-mile times either.
The brand also held the previous record with the Ford Mustang Super Cobra Jet 1800, which posted a 7.62-second quarter-mile in 2024.
To beat the record again this year, a lot of development has gone into the current Cobra Jet 2200 version.
This Cobra Jet 2200 elected to use two motors and inverters, which boosted the car’s efficiency to 98 per cent compared to its predecessor.
Ford Racing also set a goal to make its current EV lighter and more powerful.
And they managed to do just that.
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The Cobra Jet 2200 produces around 2000hp from a dual-motor electric set up and weighs roughly 500kg less than the Cobra Jet 1800 at about 1500kg.
It is the third all-electric Cobra Jet developed by Ford and part of a broader push into high-performance EV projects, alongside vehicles such as the Ford SuperVan 4.2, Ford F-150 Lightning SuperTruck and Ford Super Mustang Mach-E.
While the Cobra Jet 2200 is not road legal and will likely never come to Australia, Ford has recently confirmed special Mustang news for Down Under.
To start things off, the street-legal, track-ready Mustang Dark Horse will return for the 2026 model year, with production capped at 500 units.
In addition, only 250 Mustang Dark Horse can be purchased with an exclusive T8-Spec Pack that features a comprehensive suite of performance and aesthetic upgrades.
Australia has also received its very first Ford Mustang GTD, a track-focused car developed with GT3 racing technology.
However,there is a chance it may never hit local roads given the car doesn’t meet current Australian road regulations.
The blue Mustang GTD has been purchased by Craig Dean, founder of Mustang Motorsport and Crossover Car Conversions.
The Mustang GTD is only produced in left-hand drive, though it is unclear if the vehicle will be switched to right-hand drive.
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The GTD is powered by a supercharged 5.2-litre V8 producing more than 800hp and features a rear-mounted transaxle, carbon fibre bodywork, active aerodynamics and a near-perfect weight distribution, enhancing overall balance and handling.
It recorded a verified Nürburgring lap time of 6:52.072.
In order to secure one, buyers need to go through a highly competitive application process that involves a detailed submission and personal interview outlining their passion for the brand and intended use of the vehicle.
It is believed the starting price for a Mustang GTD starts from A$500,000.
This Mustang GTD is currently the only one of its kind in Australia and it is likely to stay this way for a while as Ford is yet to produce the GTD for the right-hand-drive market.
