| Vehicle | |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2011 |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mustang GT Convertible |
| Style | 2dr convertible (5.0L 8cyl 6M) |
| Base MSRP | $38,695 |
| Options on test vehicle | Ingot Silver Metallic; Brembo Brake Package ($1,695 -- includes front 14-inch Brembo vented rotors with Brembo 4-piston calipers; rear 11.8-inch vented rotors with 2-piston calipers; unique electronic stability control (ESC) tuning; 19-by-9-inch dark stainless painted aluminum wheels with P255/40R19 summer tires, tire mobility kit replaces spare tire); HID Headlamps ($525); Rapid Spec 401A ($395 -- includes premier trim with color accent, charcoal black interior environment with color accented seats, unique door trim with bright pony badge, dark aluminum instrument panel); Security Package ($395 -- includes active anti-theft system, wheel locking kit); California Emissions System ($0); GT Spoiler Delete ($0 -- eliminates spoiler assembly from rear deck lid). |
| As-tested MSRP | $41,705 |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| Drive type | Rear-wheel Drive |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 4,951/302 |
| Block/head material | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Valvetrain | Double overhead camshaft |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 11.0 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 412 @ 6,500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 390 @ 4,250 |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (recommended) |
| 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; FD = 3.31 |
| Chassis | |
|---|---|
| Suspension, front | Independent MacPherson struts, coil springs, twin-tube dampers, stabilizer bar |
| Suspension, rear | Non-independent solid-axle, coil springs, twin-tube dampers, trailing links, panhard rod, stabilizer bar |
| Steering type | Electric speed-proportional power steering |
| Steering ratio (x:1) | 15.5:1 |
| Tire brand | Goodyear |
| Tire model | Eagle F1 Super Car |
| Tire type | All-season front and rear |
| Tire size, front | P255/40R19 96W |
| Tire size, rear | P255/40R19 96W |
| Wheel size | 19-by-9 inches |
| Wheel material | Cast aluminum |
| Brakes, front | 14-inch ventilated steel discs with four-piston fixed calipers |
| Brakes, rear | 11.8-inch ventilated steel discs with single-piston sliding calipers |
| Track Test Results | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration, 0-30 mph (sec.) | 2.3 |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 3.7 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 5.3 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 7.5 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 13.5 @ 105.4 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 5.0 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 29.3 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 115.7 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 68.0 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 0.88 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 51.0 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 89.7 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 74.3 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments | |
|---|---|
| Acceleration comments | Needs more revs than I expected (+/- 3,250 rpm) to keep from bogging once the tires hook up. Also, tires have a narrow optimal slip angle, so they either haze or grip. Shifter is slick and clutch pedal is light and easy to predict. So-so low-to-midrange power delivery, and it really shows up above 5,000 rpm. Also, witnessed a momentary traction control light at wide-open throttle in 4th gear with trac on(?). |
| Braking comments | Quite a lot of dive but good power and arrow-straight. Pedal isn't as firm as I'd like and I'd also prefer less idle stroke, but for a weekend pleasure car, it's appropriate. |
| Handling comments | Crisp turn in, moderate roll stiffness and shockingly good compliance. |
| Testing Conditions | |
|---|---|
| Elevation (ft.) | 1,121 |
| Temperature (°F) | 67.7 |
| Relative humidity (%) | 52.0 |
| Wind (mph, direction) | 3.3 H |
| 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.) | 3,720 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,726 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 53.9/46.1 |
| Length (in.) | 188.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.9 |
| Height (in.) | 55.8 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 107.1 |
| Track, front (in.) | 62.0 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 62.9 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 33.4 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 42.4 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 29.8 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 38.8 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 36.5 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 55.3 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 45.0 |
| Seating capacity | 4 |
| Cargo volume (cu-ft) | 9.6 |
| 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 |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| Front airbags | Standard |
| Antilock brakes | Four-wheel ABS |
| Traction control | Traction control |
| Stability control | Stability control |
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