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2016 Ford Mustang review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

14 city, 21 highway, 16 combined

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What is new for the 2016 Ford Mustang?

  • The Mustang is available in a variety of new trims, including the Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R.
  • The 50 Year Limited Edition trim has been discontinued for 2016.
  • Mustang trims have been upgraded with Memory Seat(s), Suede Seats, No A/C, and Rear Spoiler as standard equipment this year.
  • Leather & Suede Seats and 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Ecoboost Premium trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
  • The Ecoboost trim now comes with Automatic Transmission as standard equipment.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.3 out of 5

37 customer reviews
The 2016 Ford Mustang is a car that is loved by many customers. They enjoy the power, the speed, and the handling. They also enjoy the gas mileage and the looks of the car.

RepairPal reliability rating

4
Above Average

RepairPal gave the Ford Mustang an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Mustang 23rd out of 28 among Midsize Cars.

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Ford Mustang features and specs

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GT Premium 2WD 2D Convertible

Standard Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Soft Top
  • Sync System
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Leather & Suede Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Remote Start
  • Shaker Sound System

Drive Wheels

2WD

Engine size

5.0L

Horsepower

435

Torque (ft-lbs)

400

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

16

Wheelbase

107.1"

Overall length

188.3"

Width

75.4"

Height

54.9"

Leg room

F 44.5"/R 30.8"

Head room

F 37.6"/R 35.7"

Front tires

P235/50WR18

Rear tires

P235/50WR18

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

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