Ford GT GTE 2018 (GTLM/LMGTE Pro)
The Ford GT GTE 2018 is the Le Mans-honed endurance version of the modern Ford GT, built to take on the world’s best in GTLM / GTE Pro competition. Born from Ford’s factory racing program, it combines the car’s dramatic aerodynamic shape with a purpose-built twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel drive, and long-distance race reliability.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.5L twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6, mid-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~500 hp (BoP-dependent)
Redline: ~7,500–8,000 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed sequential
Weight: ~1,245 kg minimum
Dimensions: ~4,780 mm long × 2,000 mm wide × 1,080 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,718 mm
Tires: GT endurance slicks on center-lock wheels
Brakes: Carbon-carbon discs with race-spec multi-piston calipers
Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The Ford GT GTE 2018 is a stable, high-downforce GT racer that feels planted at speed and strong under braking, with a naturally balanced chassis that rewards confidence. Compared to more twitchy mid-engine GT cars, it has a composed personality that makes it approachable in traffic and over long stints, but it still demands precision when rotating the car on entry and managing torque on corner exit.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V6 gives the Ford a deep, muscular note with a sharp turbocharged edge as it builds boost. It doesn’t scream like a naturally aspirated GT car, but it pulls hard through the mid-range and delivers a satisfying surge out of slower corners. The exhaust and turbo sounds give it a distinctly modern endurance-racer character.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Predictable front bite with gradual understeer if you overdrive entry speed.
Traction: Good rear grip, but wheelspin can appear if you get aggressive on exit.
Braking: Strong and confidence-inspiring, with excellent stability under heavy stop-and-turn sections.
Top Speed: Competitive on long straights, with strong acceleration once boost and gearing are in the sweet spot.
Driving Style Tip: Use smooth steering and disciplined throttle application. The Ford GT rewards momentum driving — brake in a straight line, rotate the car cleanly, and let the aero platform do the work through fast corners. It shines on technical endurance circuits where consistency matters as much as outright pace.
Livery & Aesthetics: The Ford GT GTE is one of the most striking GT cars of its era, with its flying-buttress design, low-slung stance, and aggressive race aero. The large rear wing, front splitter, and wide fenders make it look every bit like a factory weapon, and Ford’s blue, red, and silver endurance liveries give it serious Le Mans presence.
Whether you're running sprint races or long-distance endurance events, the Ford GT GTE 2018 delivers a polished, race-proven GT experience with unmistakable Ford character and strong sim racing appeal.