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2010 Ford Mustang Review
Completely redesigned, better handling, more power.
2010 Mustang Review Summary & Specifications
The 2010 Ford Mustang is at the front of the pack when it comes to performance-per-dollar. The Mustang V-6 handles almost as well as the 2009 Bullitt model, which is saying something. The GT is quicker, faster, quieter and more refined than any V8 Mustang ever. It may not have the 425 horsepower of the new Chevy Camaro or the Dodge Challenger SRT-8, but it's also not as chunky nor as expensive. The new Mustang has more features, more comfort, and more sheer performance than any previous production Mustang, and it's priced to sell.Jim McCraw filed this NewCarTestDrive.com report from Los Angeles after driving the Mustang GT.
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| Vehicle Category | Sports Cars |
| Editor | Jim McCraw |
| Model Lineup | Ford Mustang, Mustang GT; coupe, convertible |
| Engines (standard) | 4.6-liter dohc 24-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 5-speed manual |
| Engines (optional) | 240-hp 4.0-liter dohc 24-valve V6; 315-hp 4.6-liter 3-valve V8 |
| Transmissions (optional) | 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | front and side airbags, side air curtain, ABS, traction control, yaw control |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | none |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Flat Rock, Michigan |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-392-3673 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.ford.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 20995 |
| Model Tested MSRP | Ford Mustang GT coupe ($34,025) |
| Standard Equipment | air conditioning, power windows, six-way power driver seat, power mirrors, power locks, AM/FM/CD player |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Preferred package 400 ($3,000) includes leather six-way power driver seat with power lumbar and two-way adjustable head restraint, bright shift knob, door trim panel inserts, leather wrapped steering wheel w/aluminum spokes, six-gauge cluster w/MyColor, gloss paint center stack and console, satin door speaker surrounds, Ambient lighting, Bright aluminum accent dash appliques, pedal covers, scuff plates and shifter knob, special wheels, Shaker 500 AM/FM/6CD MP3 audio system, eight speakers, Sirius Satellite Radio, Sync communications system, and split-folding rear seats; Security Package ($395) includes anti-theft system, wheel locks; Comfort Group ($595) includes six-way power passenger seat, heated front seats, auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass; 3.73:1 rear axle ratio ($495) |
| Destination Charge | 850 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 33330 |
| Layout | rear-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 315 @ 6000 |
| Torque | 325 @ 4250 rpm |
| Fuel Economy | 16/24 |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 |
| Length/Width/Height | 188.1/73.9/55.6 |
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| Seating Capacity | 4 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 38.5/55.3/42.4 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 34.7/51.6/29.8 |
| Trunk Volume | 13.4 |
| Payload | |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 |
| Front Suspension | independent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | independent, three-link, coil springs, Panhard rod, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | |
| Curb Weight | 3545 |
| Stock Tires | P245/45R19 |
| Brakes Front/Rear | vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.7 |
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