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Ground clearance (also identified as Ride height) computes the height from the minimum point of the vehicle’s chassis and the tip of the tires’ touch with the smooth area. Nevertheless, the manufacturer of the model might employ little cheats to the established method to advertise enticing estimation suggesting the factual distance from the shock absorbers, the engine oil pan or the muffler to the terrain could be shorter than stated in the official leaflet.
It is no wonder cause reasonable people strive for a heightened ground clearance to escape dilemma when parking near the bumps or running through the rugged landscape. The precise ride height of the model deviates from mm depending on the year of creation and equipment. Note that a heavy- packed car will easily miss about 1 inch of ground clearance.
Luckily, the model ground clearance can be raised via spacers for shock absorbers to make the auto remain higher off the ground. While relishing a higher model, you abandon a piece of the erstwhile stability and flexibility in angled turns. On the contrary model ground clearance can be cut down for upgraded handling and stability.
There a number of ways to increase ground clearance. When it comes to lifting or lowering your Ford Mustang you can choose between bigger tires, a leveling kit, coil spring assisters, coilovers, airlift suspension, suspension lifts, etc.
01.2017 – 2019
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.3 MT EcoBoost | 130 |
| 2.3 MT EcoBoost Premium | 130 |
| 2.3 AT EcoBoost Premium | 130 |
| 2.3 AT EcoBoost | 130 |
| 5.0 MT GT | 130 |
| 5.0 MT GT Premium | 130 |
| 5.0 MT Bullit | 130 |
| 5.0 AT GT | 130 |
| 5.0 AT GT Premium | 130 |
| 5.2 MT Shelby GT350 | 130 |
| 5.2 MT Shelby GT350R | 130 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Ford Mustang. Tip 1 – Get Bigger Tires.
You can raise the ground clearance of your Ford Mustang by upgrading tires to the bigger size. This will earn you extra 0,5-1 inch of clearance.
12.2013 – 07.2017
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 2.3 MT | 130 |
| 2.3 AT | 130 |
| 3.7 AT | 130 |
| 5.0 MT | 130 |
| 5.0 AT | 130 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Ford Mustang. Tip 2 – Install Leveling Kit.
Leveling kits are designed to level out the uneven stance and increase the ground clearance of your Ford Mustang. In most cases, the slight lift will allow for bigger tires. Please refer to Plus Sizing Guides.
How to lower the Ground Clearance on your Ford Mustang.
Option 1 – Install Lowering Springs 
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Option 2 – Install Coilovers
Option 3 – Install Air Suspension Kit
References
Ford Mustang By Years:
1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022
