So what do I think of Ford's new pony car? Basically, like so many other new car buyers that have pushed orders 60 percent higher than initially expected, I want one. And you know what? I could even get over the so-so plastics quality, but just in case Ford is listening I'd be willing to spend somewhat more if the beancounters would buck up for better interior tactile quality. While a higher level of perceived quality might help Ford lure in that hesitant import buyer who might rent a Mustang convertible (coming next spring by the way) during a visit to Hawaii, or impress another who ends up leaving her Acura at the office while joining a colleague for lunch, for the time being such trivialities probably won't matter a heck of a lot. After all, Ford will sell every 2005 Mustang it can build.
Specifications:
Specifications:
- Price Range (V6 - GT MSRP): $23,795 - $ 32,795 ($38,845 fully loaded)
- Body Type: 2-door coupe
- Layout: front engine, RWD
- Base Engine: 210 hp, 240 lb-ft of torque, 4.0-L, 12-valve, SOHC V6
- Optional Engine: 300 hp, 320 lb-ft of torque, 4.6-L, 24-valve, SOHC V8
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (optional electronic-overdrive equipped 5-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc (optional ABS)
- Curb Weight: 1,520 - 1,596 kg (3,351 - 3,518 lbs)
- Performance (0 - 100 km/h):4.9 seconds
- Cargo Cap: 371 L (13.1 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (V6 manual city/hwy): 12.4 / 8.4 L/100 km
- Fuel Economy (V6 auto city/hwy): 12.4 / 9.4 L/100 km
- Fuel Economy (V8 manual city/hwy): 13.8 / 9.4 L/100 km
- Fuel Economy (V8 auto city/hwy): 13.1 / 10.2 L/100 km
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: [link artid="45829"]Honda Accord Coupe[link], Mitsubishi Eclipse Coupe, Toyota Solara Coupe
- Web Site: www.ford.ca
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