2025 Ford Mustang

Pros

• High-tech displays inside are easy to use and reply quickly.
• Each engine provides great power.
• Compared to competitors, the trunk and back seats are bigger, which makes the car more useful.

Cons

• Not a very big change in performance.
• The design and fit of the interior may look old.
• Features that people want to make the price go up by a huge amount.

How do you like to drive the Mustang? No matter which type you pick, the Mustang’s performance will keep you interested. We got three different Mustangs to test: an EcoBoost, a GT with a six-speed manual, and a GT with a 10-speed automatic. The Performance package came with every Mustang. The EcoBoost went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.6 seconds, the six-speed GT in 4.8 seconds, and the GT with an automatic transmission in just 4.3 seconds. The EcoBoost went 94.2 mph, the GT with a manual transmission went 111.6 mph, and the GT with an automatic transmission went 113.1 mph. The speeds were about the same. There are racing cars that are a little faster, but the Mustang makes it easy to go fast.

It took all of these Mustangs 100 feet or less to stop from 60 miles per hour, which is amazing. Not only are those distances amazingly short for a sports coupe with such a low price tag, but each model also showed great handling and pedal feel. The Mustang is also very easy to drive. All three of them used Pirelli P Zero tires and hit our skidpad at 0.97 g or 0.98 g. Again, that’s amazing when you consider how much it costs. Our test drivers also said it was easy to get the most out of the Mustang’s handling, praising how sharp the steering was and how well they could control the body.

No matter what engine it has, the Mustang can handle the daily drive when it’s not on a racetrack or a winding back road. The four-cylinder EcoBoost is quick and can keep up with traffic, while the 5.0-liter V8 makes enough power to slink through traffic and easily climb longer highway grades. The six-speed manual transmission was our favorite. All of our drivers thought the 10-speed automatic was a good option if you wanted to avoid dealing with a clutch.

What level of comfort does the Mustang have? You can get what you want from the Mustang, whether you want comfort or speed. The stock non-adjustable suspension on both the EcoBoost and GT models smoothly smooths out most of the rough spots on the road. With the Performance Package, you can choose to have the adjustable MagneRide suspension. The MagneRide suspension is stronger than regular suspension, but fans won’t have to give up many things. Fans of the car are likely to really like the extra Recaro sports seats. But bigger drivers or people who like seats that are heated and cooled will be glad to know that there are more comfortable seats available.

The Mustang’s center air vents were moved lower on the dash as part of changes made to the inside. We had to move the fans around a lot because they weren’t as flexible or airy as the ones we had before. People who like traditional settings will not like that the Mustang’s climate functions are all electronic. The majority of the settings are at the bottom of the touchscreen, but for some, like fan speed, you need to see an extra menu.

Like the ride, the Mustang’s noise levels inside are probably not going to bother fans. The rest of the inside is well protected, even in the convertible, though the wide tires make a lot of road noise. On both the EcoBoost and GT cars, the stock exhaust sounds great. Active exhaust systems make greater noise.

How is the state of the inside? The regular seats are pretty comfy, but the heavy bolsters on the sporty Recaro seats may make it easier to get in and out without sliding back. The back seats are fine for short trips, but they’re squished, especially when it comes to space. The big doors of the Mustang might make it hard to get in and out of tight parking spots. When you buy a convertible, it’s much easier to get to the back seat when the roof is down.

The normal Mustang seats that aren’t Recaro are great, and the driver will enjoy a position that’s good for both street and race driving. There is good vision over the fairly flat hood, but on narrower roads, the huge windshield pillars might get in the way. The Mustang’s side mirrors were not changed, which is a shame because they still look too small for a car this size.

When you get inside the Mustang, the panel is all digital and has only a few buttons that you can press. We’re glad Ford has simplified the layout to make the controls easier to use. The Mustang steering wheel used to be clogged with settings, so we’re glad they’ve cleared them out. You can get to most of the other settings and features through the big digital infotainment screen. The screen is fast, easy to see, and generally easy to use, though some drivers may find it hard. It will take most Mustang drivers only a short time to get used to their new car.

What’s wrong with the tech? In this way, the most recent breed of Mustangs is different. The driver sees a digital instrument panel that is 12.4 inches wide and has a 13.2-inch tablet that runs on Ford’s Sync 4 system. The touch screen responds quickly, is easy to read, and has a simple control system. The control panel lets you choose from different configurations. The navigation system worked quickly and well.

The 12-speaker B&O stereo system that you can add could be better. It has good volume when pushed up but no real subtlety. A wireless charging pad and different USB charging ports are easy to find.

The Mustang is about average compared to other sports cars in this class. It comes with standard driving assistance systems like blind-spot detection and automatic emergency braking. Most of the technologies worked as they should, but the lane-keeping system was a little off. It kept driving the Mustang between the lines because it couldn’t keep it in its lane.

What’s going on with storage? The Mustang is a great car for daily driving and running chores. Even though the trunk opening isn’t perfectly straight, the fastback’s 13.5 cubic feet and the convertible’s 11.4 cubic feet are both much bigger than the Camaro’s 9.1 cubic feet. It can also hold more things by just fitting backpacks or golf bags inside. The Mustang’s trunk is smaller than the Nissan Z and Toyota GR Supra hatchbacks’, but it keeps your belongings safe and separate. The convertible also only takes up room in the trunk when the top is down.

There is a lot of room inside to store things like sunglasses, a phone, and drinks, and everything stays safe even when you’re going fast. There is also room for car seats inside, but they might need help getting in.

How much fuel does it use? We drove the EcoBoost and GT models on our 115-mile test route. The GT’s six-speed manual transmission performed practically as expected by the EPA. The four-cylinder turbocharged EcoBoost got 26.0 mpg, while the EPA says it will get 26 mpg overall (22 city/33 highway). The GT with a V8 engine got 18.0 mpg, while the EPA’s total number was 17 mpg (14 city/23 highway). Turbocharged competitors like the Toyota GR Supra and BMW M240i are faster than the V8-powered GT, although their stats are similar.

Just how much is the Mustang worth? Buying a base-model Mustang EcoBoost is a cheap way to drive a car that is linked to America. These cars, like the BMW M240i, Nissan Z Nismo, and Toyota GR Supra, are stronger competitors to the GT. The Mustang has more customization choices than these cars, but the materials used inside and outside often make it look like they could be better.

The warranties are more complex than we’d like, but they do cover everything from bumper to bumper for three years and 36,000 miles, and they also cover the engine for five years and 60,000 miles. The Mustang does not come with free upkeep, but it does come with roadside assistance for five years or 60,000 miles.

Ford has a Mustang for every type of buyer, whether you want one for its classic look or its legendary speed. Both the V8-powered GT and the turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost model lose some of their traditional charm, but they can both be changed to cruise or cut corners while still having a modern enough interior. The six-speed manual gearbox that comes standard with the 5.0-liter V8 engine in the Mustang may give it the most authentic vintage feel. The Mustang is fast, fun to drive, and stays the same for everyday use. However, it is quicker and more precise than some of its competitors. The Mustang is one of the few honest and simple cars on the market today, so you won’t have to explain your choice to your friends and family. The Mustang is still very good, even though the Camaro and Challenger aren’t around anymore.

Ford hasn’t said anything public about the 2025 Mustang yet as of this writing. We’ll change our advice if something changes, but based on last year’s Mustang, if the GT model is in your price range, you should get it. The EcoBoost turbo-four engine is stronger than the GT’s V8 engine, but not by much. There are 480 horsepower in the 5.0-liter engine, 165 more than the EcoBoost. It makes a loud noise. The V8 engine, on the other hand, can be paired with either a six-speed manual or a ten-speed automatic gear. For even better speed, make sure you get the GT speed package.

Mustangs made by Ford

There are five different kinds of Ford Mustangs: EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT Premium, and Dark Horse. It comes as a convertible or vehicle. A turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine produces 315 horsepower and 350 lb-ft in the Mustang EcoBoost. It also has an automatic transmission with ten speeds. The EcoBoost doesn’t come with a manual engine. It has a 5.0-liter V8 engine that makes 480 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. The Mustang GT can be bought with either a six-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Dark Horse is a coupe-only car that comes with either a better six-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic transmission. It is powered by a more powerful version of the GT’s 5.0-liter V8 engine (418 lb-ft, 500 horsepower). None of the Mustangs come without rear-wheel drive.