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Saddle Up
The Ford Mustang helped create a sub-segment of muscle cars called “Pony Cars” in its honor, and over 50 years later its still battling rivals like the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger. Ford’s performance icon was completely redesigned for 2015, and the 2016 model gained some additional new features. Now, the 2017 Mustang truly is the definitive version of an American classic.
Powertrains and Performance
Whether you’re looking to do burnouts or tackle your favorite backroad using as little fuel as possible, the 2017 Ford Mustang has you covered with three engine options.
Base models use Ford’s stalwart 3.7-liter V6, which produces 300 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. Like all Mustang engines, it drives the rear wheels through either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic with paddle shifters. The V6 gets an EPA-rated 21 mpg combined (18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway)* with both manual and automatic transmissions.
The 2.3-liter turbocharged EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine offers an impressive combination of performance and fuel economy. This engine produces 310 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque and gets 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 30 mpg highway).*
Finally, the Mustang GT stays true to this car’s muscle car roots with Ford’s popular 5.0-liter “Coyote” V8. This engine chucks out 435 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque—and makes a great sound while doing it. The GT’s Track Apps suite also includes features like launch control, an acceleration timer, and line lock, which electronically locks the front brakes for easy and epic burnouts. The V8 gets an EPA-estimated 15/25/18 city/highway/combined mpg* with the manual transmission and one mile less on the highway with the automatic.*
Features and Trims
The 2017 Ford Mustang is available as a two-door, four-seat coupe or convertible. Pricing starts at $23,895.**
Standard equipment on the base V6 model includes an auto-dimming rearview mirror, chrome-accented four-gauge instrument cluster, Intelligent Access with push-button start, leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, SYNC® voice control, LED sequential taillights, and 17-inch alloy wheels, among other features.
The Mustang EcoBoost includes all of the applicable standard equipment from the base model and adds active noise cancellation, power-adjustable front seats, a rear spoiler, and LED fog lights. The EcoBoost Premium model adds dual-zone automatic climate control, aluminum pedals, ambient lighting, HD Radio™, Sirius XM® satellite radio, the SYNC® 3 infotainment system, heated and cooled leather front seats, and more. These same equipment levels carry over to the Mustang GT and Mustang GT Premium but with the V8 engine as standard.
Options include the Pony Package, California Special Package, and Black Accent Package, which all add their own unique visual accents. There are also Performance packages for the EcoBoost and GT models, which include features like a strut tower brace, upgraded suspension, bigger brakes, and sportier tires. Voice-activated navigation and a Shaker Pro Audio 12-speaker sound system are also available.
Design
The 2017 Ford Mustang's design maintains enough retro elements to make this car instantly recognizable as a Mustang, but also mark an impressive new chapter in its hallowed history. It’s easy to imagine this design becoming as much of an icon as the classic ‘60s Mustangs that inspired it.
The headlights wrap around into the front fenders while the fascia retains the gaping maw /trapezoidal grille of its forbearers. The long and distinct hood gives the new Mustang a truly imposing look, complete with hood-mounted turn signal indicators like the ones that first appeared on the 1967 model.
Pony Package and Black Accent Package styling options are available for the EcoBoost and GT, respectively. The latter can also be had with the California Special Package, an option first introduced in the 1960s as a way to dress up the GT with styling cues from Shelby Mustangs.
On the inside, the Mustang continues to ooze cool with features like a four-gauge instrument cluster and perfectly-sized three-spoke steering wheel. The 2017 Mustang also features the latest version of the SYNC® infotainment system, which is more responsive and intuitive than ever.
Safety
Standard safety equipment on the 2017 Ford Mustang includes anti-lock brakes, stability and traction controls, a rearview camera, and a full array of airbags. Optional features include adaptive cruise control, and a Reverse Sensing System.
Bottom Line
Fifty years ago, the Ford Mustang helped invent a market segment. Today it’s helping to redefine it.
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*EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.
**Starting MSRP excludes destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Optional equipment not included. Starting A, Z and X Plan price is for qualified, eligible customers and excludes document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan. All Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R prices exclude gas guzzler tax.
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