| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mustang |
| Style | GT Premium |
| Base MSRP | $32,845 |
| Options on test vehicle | Electronics Package ($2,340 -- includes voice-activated navigation with Sirius TravelLink and 6-month complimentary subscription, HD radio and dual-zone automatic climate control); Brembo Brake Package ($1,695 -- includes 14-inch front vented brake rotors with four-piston calipers, 11.8-inch vented rotors with two-piston calipers, unique electronic stability control tuning, 19-inch aluminum wheels with 255/40R19 summer tires); Comfort Package ($595 -- six-way power passenger seat, heated seats); HID Headlamps ($525); 3.73 Ratio Limited-Slip Axle ($395); Rapid Spec 401A Premier Trim ($395 -- includes charcoal black interior with color accented seats, unique door trim with bright pony badge and dark aluminum instrument panel); Security Package ($395 --includes active anti-theft system; wheel locking kit). |
| As-tested MSRP | $40,035 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Rear-wheel Drive |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 4,951cc (302 cu-in) |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 11.0 |
| Redline (rpm) | 7,000 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 412 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 390 @ 4,250 |
| Transmission type | Six-speed manual |
| Transmission and axle ratios (x:1) | I=3.66; II=2.43; III=1.69; IV=1.32; V=1.00; VI=0.65; Final=3.31 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | MacPherson strut |
| Suspension, rear | Solid live axle |
| Steering type | Electric speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 15.8 |
| Tire brand | Pirelli |
| Tire model | P Zero summer-only |
| Tire type | Asymmetrical+directional summer, high-performance |
| Tire size, front | 255/40 ZR19 |
| Tire size, rear | 255/40 ZR19 |
| Wheel size | 19-by-9 inches |
| Wheel material | Painted alloy |
| Brakes, front | Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear | Ventilated disc |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 3.4 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 4.8 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 7.0 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 13.0 @110.6 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 4.5 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 27 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 109 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 67.3 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.91g |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 47.9 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 82.5 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 69 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | Leave the line best at about 2,700 rpm with minimal wheelspin. Great shifter and engine sound. Easy to launch consistently, but not always quickly (5.1 to 60 easy, 4.9 not easy) barely makes quarter in 4th gear. |
| Braking rating | Very Good |
| Braking comments | Great pedal feel, some steering wheel shake. Less consistent distance than I'd like. |
| Handling rating | Very Good |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: Steady-state cornering produces moderate understeer but rear will easily step out with throttle drop/kick. Slalom: Immediate turn in and very sharp response-- like outgoing stang. Remarkably well behaved for an axle car. Very impressive handler. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Temperature (°F) | 72.8 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 9 |
| Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) | 16 city/24 highway |
| Fuel tank capacity (U.S. gal.) | 16.0 |
| Dimensions & Capacities | |
|---|---|
| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,603 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,620 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 55/45 |
| Length (in.) | 188.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.9 |
| Height (in.) | 55.8 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 107.1 |
| Track, front (in.) | 62.3 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 62.9 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 33.4 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 42.4 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 29.8 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 38.5 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 34.7 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 55.3 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 51.6 |
| Seating capacity | 4 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 13.4 |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion | 5 years/Unlimited miles |
| Roadside assistance | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Free scheduled maintenance | Not available |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Side airbags | Standard front |
| Antilock brakes | Standard |
| Traction control | Standard |
| Stability control | Standard |
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