| Pros | Cons | What's New |
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Powerful engine options | Limited rear-seat space | Ford SYNC 3 infotainment system |
Excellent handling dynamics | Light, but not "sportscar" light | New Pony package |
Decent fuel economy | Poor resale value | Shelby versions |
$24,145
price300 hp @ 6500 rpm
horsepower280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm
torque6-Speed Manual
transmission3.7L 6cyl RWD 6M
engine-
basic warrantyIt was just recently when the new sixth-generation Mustang rolled out of Ford's dealership. As the longest-running Ford car, Mustang is the most popular pony car across the globe and represents the glory days of American muscle in the best way possible. That is surely a reason why the 2016 Mustang is here with enormous power under the hood and the driving impressions of a true American-made sports coupe.
If you are a rational buyer, then you should pick the Ecoboost trim. This trim is available at an affordable price with a powerful engine that delivers great fuel economy at the same time. If you want the design and features of the Ecoboost Premium trim, the optional packages are available for you at a better price. For $25,645, the Ecoboost trim is the best pick and most sensible in the lineup.
The lineup of Mustang includes 3 monstrous motors, where the 4 cylinder Ecoboost is a new addition. With a highly upgraded design and dynamics, the 2016 Mustang Coupe is lighter and much bolder. For the love of sticks, it has no plan to ditch the manual transmission. It will be giving a tough time to its arch-rivals such as Chevy Camaro, Dodge Challenger, and the Subaru BRZ.
The all-new 2016 Ford Mustang is offered in 7 trim levels with 3 engine options. The GT and Shelby variants will be reviewed separately. The base V6 trim is available at $24,415, while the Ecoboost Premium will cost you $29,645. The Premium trim offers leather upholstery, 8.0-inch SYNC 3 infotainment display, bigger alloys, and exterior design accents. It also offers optional packages to customize your vehicle.
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Trims |
Coupe V6 |
Coupe Ecoboost |
Coupe Ecoboost Premium |
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MSRP |
$24,145 |
$25,645 |
$29,645 |
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Key Features |
300hp 3.7L V6 engine |
310 hp 2.3L Ecoboost I4 engine |
310 hp 2.3L Ecoboost I4 engine |
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17-inch Sparkle silver-painted aluminum wheels |
18-inch Magnetic machine painted aluminum wheels |
Dual-zone front air-conditioning |
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Leather steering wheel |
Black grille |
Leather-trimmed seats and gear knob |
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Rear seat easy entry |
Power adjustable sport bucket seats |
Better interior color options |
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Cruise control |
CD player |
Ford SYNC 3 infotainment |
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4.2-inch central display screen |
Rear Spoiler |
Ambient interior lighting |
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Cloth upholstery |
Fog lamps |
8-inch touchscreen display |
The EcoBoost can also be optioned out with Recaro seats for additional support and for the people aiming to track the car regularly. To add to this, Ford also offers an “EcoBoost Performance package” that adds various performance-oriented features like 19-inch wheels, shorter gearing for more responsive acceleration, upgraded brakes, a sport-tuned suspension, sport-tuned steering, and additional gauges.
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If you are a rational buyer, then you should pick the Ecoboost trim. This trim is available at an affordable price with a powerful engine that delivers great fuel economy at the same time. If you want the design and features of the Ecoboost Premium trim, the optional packages are available for you at a better price. For $25,645, the Ecoboost trim is the best pick and most sensible in the lineup.
As the 2016 Ford Mustang is all about performance, it won't disappoint irrespective of the chosen trim. For 2016, it is powered by a 3.7L V6 motor as the base option that has a power output of 300 hp with 280 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a six-speed manual transmission as standard. You also get a 2.3L Ecoboost inline-4 as you go up the trim ladder. It churns out 310 hp and 320 lb-ft torque and still offers better fuel economy.
The power is sent to the rear wheels as standard as Mustangs are meant to do effortless burnouts. The V6 powered Mustang does a 0-60 MPH run in 5.5 seconds, while a quarter-mile run takes 14.3 seconds. The lightweight Ecoboost 4-cylinder engine does it in 5.1 seconds and takes 14.2 seconds for the quarter-mile. The top speed is electronically limited to 155 MPH, but you can tune it to suit the tracks.
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Models |
2016 Ford Mustang Coupe |
2016 Chevrolet Camaro |
2016 Subaru BRZ |
2016 Dodge Challenger |
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MSRP |
$24,145 |
$25,700 |
$25,395 |
$26,995 |
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Engine |
3.7L TI-VCT V6 |
2.0L Turbo I-4 |
2.0L H-4 |
3.6L VVT V6 |
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Drivetrain |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
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Transmission |
6-Speed manual w/od |
6-Speed manual w/od |
6-Speed close-ratio manual w/od |
8-Speed automatic w/od |
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Power |
300hp @ 6,500 RPM |
275hp @ 5,600 RPM |
200hp @ 7,000 RPM |
305hp @ 6,350 RPM |
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Torque |
280 lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM |
295lb-ft @ 4,000 RPM |
151lb-ft @ 6,400 RPM |
268lb-ft @ 4,800 RPM |
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0-60 MPH (sec) |
5.5 |
5.4 |
6.8 |
6.3 |
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Quarter mile (sec) |
14.3 |
14.1 |
14.8 |
14.5 |
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Top Speed (MPH) |
155 |
153 |
140 |
155 |
With its 300hp V6, the Mustang is closer to the Chevy Camaro, which is faster and more agile. The Subaru BRZ is short of 100 ponies to compete with the Mustang, but it is a level on its own. If we talk about another muscle car, the Dodge Challenger ain't that fast with its base engine and massive curb weight. When comparing the price tag, Dodge is the most expensive option in the competition.
Power and economy do go hand-in-hand with the Mustang. The base engine delivers a satisfactory economy of 17 MPG in the city, 28 MPG on the highway, and a combined 21 MPG. When equipped with the Ecoboost 4 cylinder, the 2016 Mustang offers 22 MPG in the city, 31 MPG on the highway, and a combined 21 MPG from its 16.0-gallon fuel tank.
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Models |
2016 Ford Mustang Coupe |
2016 Chevrolet Camaro |
2016 Subaru BRZ |
2016 Dodge Challenger |
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MPG (City) |
17 |
21 |
22 |
19 |
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MPG (Highway) |
28 |
30 |
30 |
30 |
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MPG (Combined) |
21 |
24 |
25 |
23 |
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Fuel Capacity (gallons) |
16.0 |
19.0 |
13.2 |
18.5 |
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Range (City/ Highway/Combined) (miles) |
272/448/336 |
399/570/456 |
290/396/330 |
351/555/425 |
As compared to the rivals, the V6 engine on the Mustang is no good with its economy. However, the Ecoboost engine did a great job as it offers a best-in-class fuel economy, even better than the Subaru BRZ, which is a new turn up for the Mustang. When comparing the overall range, the Chevrolet Camaro with its class-leading fuel tank capacity of 19 gallons offers the best in class combined range of 456 miles.
With a typical sports car cabin, the 2016 Mustang Coupe has practical space inside, at least for the first row. As you step inside, you are greeted by a busy dashboard with center-mounted infotainment and HVAC with multiple AC vents. What makes it interesting is cabin quality and color options which eventually get better as we move up for the premium trims. The leather steering wheel looks nasty with all those controls. Behind that, you have a driver-oriented cluster with huge gauges and a digital information display. The front bucket seats have a 4-way driver and 2-way passenger adjustments. The comfort levels hike up with the optional 6-way power front seats with driver lumbar, memory recline, adjustable head restraints, and heated seatbacks.
At the rear row, you have 50-50 split-bench seats. The best you could do is fold the seat down to make space for cargo. With standard cloth upholstery, we get front leather and rear vinyl upholstery exclusively on the Premium trims. The trunk isn't that tight with its 13.5 cubic feet space that allows multiple trolley bags inside, so a holiday for two is not a bad idea. Apart from that, you can get dual-zone automatic air-conditioning, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, air filtration system, 2 12V DC outlets, front center armrest, and seatback storage pockets. Other than leather and vinyl upholstery, the cabin is trimmed with premium chrome and aluminum accents to give the Mustang a plush design.
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Models |
2016 Ford Mustang Coupe |
2016 Chevrolet Camaro |
2016 Subaru BRZ |
2016 Dodge Challenger |
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Seating Capacity |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
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Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
37.6/56.3/44.5 |
38.5/55.0/43.9 |
37.1/54.5/41.9 |
39.3/58.5/42.0 |
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Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
34.8/52.2/30.6 |
33.5/50.3/29.9 |
35.0/51.7/29.9 |
37.1/53.9/33.1 |
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Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
13.5 |
9.1 |
6.9 |
16.2 |
We have seating for four in all the cars. If we talk about the 2016 Ford Mustang, we have comfortable front seats with best-in-class legroom. It also gets 13.5 cubic feet of space which is enough for short trips on weekends. Overall, the cabin is designed for tracks with limited design elements that are not distracting for the driver. Some of the standout interior features are:
The standard infotainment in the 2016 Mustang is a SYNC communication and entertainment system. With that, you have a 4.2-inch LCD screen at the center that works with enhanced voice recognition and Applink device connectivity. There's an AM/FM radio with an MP3 player and a CD player as well. The infotainment is mated to a 6 speaker stereo for music.
The Premium trims are packed with the SYNC 3 infotainment system. You get a bigger 8.0-inch touchscreen display with intuitive functions. It also adds a SiriusXM radio subscription for 6 months. To enhance the music experience and sound quality, we have 9 performance speakers with an amplifier for a proper surround sound experience. Having said that, some of the highlight Infotainment features are:
The sixth-generation Mustang is the proper modernization of the classic muscle car. With its redesigned body lines, bumpers, and front fascia, the 2016 Mustang looks muscular as ever. The necessary changes include better handling, weight drop, and track-specific driving features for you. The vehicle looks irresistible with its new appearance. The massive hood slopes down to the sharp projector headlamps and a honeycomb grille finished in black with a pony logo instead of a Ford emblem. The reworked bumpers make space for the air where you have lowered fog lamps.
The coupe-style roofline meets the rear windshield, and that's where the vehicle slays with its classic tail lamps. The dual chrome tip exhausts are placed under the rear bumper alongside the body color diffuser. From the side, the vehicle looks perfectly aligned with the door lines. As it's a Mustang, it comes standard with body skirts and a body-colored lip spoiler atop the trunk. Along with 17-inch silver sparkle aluminum alloys in the base trim, you can also get 18-inch machine-painted alloys in the Premium trim and huge 19 or 20-inch black aluminum wheels in the GT trim. Talking about GT, we get a blacked-out exterior with a trim-specific layout.
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Model |
2016 Ford Mustang Coupe |
2016 Chevrolet Camaro |
2016 Subaru BRZ |
2016 Dodge Challenger |
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Curb Weight (lbs.) |
3,526 |
3,705 |
2,764 |
3,834 |
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Length (in.) |
188.3 |
188.3 |
166.7 |
197.9 |
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Width (in.) |
75.4 |
74.7 |
69.9 |
75.7 |
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Height (in.) |
54.4 |
53.1 |
50.6 |
57.5 |
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Ground Clearance (in.) |
5.6 |
4.0 |
4.9 |
5.2 |
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Wheelbase (in.) |
107.1 |
110.7 |
101.2 |
116.2 |
The 2016 Mustang has surely shed plenty of weight as compared to the other muscle cars. The BRZ is comparatively smaller in size, and that's why it weighs much less. In terms of size, the Mustang is nearly identical to the Camaro, but with a shorter wheelbase and a higher ground clearance, it is a better handler overall. Some of the standout exterior features of the Mustang are:
The 2016 Mustang offers better structural integrity as the company has made major changes to it. The high-strength steel chassis is a result of the Ford S550 platform that ensures lightweight rigidity. The 2016 Ford Mustang was able to score 5 stars in the NHTSA crash tests and an overall “Good” rating in the IIHS tests.
The standard safety list includes tire pressure monitoring, Advancetrac electronic stability control, backup camera, ABS brakes, and a top speed limiter. The Premium trims offer the equipment group that adds a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and emergency braking system. Some standout safety features include:
The iconic Ford Mustang has been around for more than 50 years. That being said, the sixth-generation Mustang lives up to the hype the brand created. It offers much better driving dynamics and performance aspects. In its price range, it is still a dream car for many. Yet the arch-rivals won't leave it alone. With its unique road presence, Ecoboost performance package, and advanced safety, the 2016 Ford Mustang Coupe offers the most powerful cheap thrills for you.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #5 | 5.5 sec | 14.1 sec | 142 mph | |||
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Ranked #1 | 3.9 sec | 11.9 sec | - | |||
2016 Nissan 370Z Ranked #2 | 5 sec | 13.4 sec | - | |||
2016 Audi TT Ranked #3 | 5.3 sec | 14.1 sec | 130 mph | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #4 | 5.4 sec | 13.6 sec | - | |||
2016 BMW 2 Series Ranked #4 | 5.4 sec | 14.1 sec | 130 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #6 | 19 mpg | 28 mpg | 21 mpg | 16 gal. | 272/448 mi. | |||
2016 BMW 2 Series Ranked #1 | 22 mpg | 35 mpg | 27 mpg | 13.7 gal. | 315.1/479.5 mi. | |||
2016 Audi TT Ranked #2 | 23 mpg | 30 mpg | 26 mpg | 14.5 gal. | 333.5/435 mi. | |||
2016 Scion FR-S Ranked #3 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 13.2 gal. | 290.4/396 mi. | |||
2016 Subaru BRZ Ranked #3 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 25 mpg | 13.2 gal. | 290.4/396 mi. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #4 | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 gal. | 399/570 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #2 | 188.3 in. | 75.4 in. | 54.4 in. | 5 in. | 107.1 in. | |||
2016 Dodge Challenger Ranked #1 | 197.9 in. | 75.7 in. | 57.5 in. | 5.2 in. | 116.2 in. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #2 | 188.3 in. | 74.7 in. | 53.1 in. | 4 in. | 110.7 in. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Ranked #3 | 176.9 in. | 73.9 in. | 48.8 in. | 4 in. | 106.7 in. | |||
2016 BMW 2 Series Ranked #4 | 174.7 in. | 69.8 in. | 55.8 in. | 5.5 in. | 105.9 in. | |||
2016 Nissan 370Z Ranked #5 | 167.5 in. | 72.6 in. | 51.8 in. | 5 in. | 100.4 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #2 | 13.5 cu.ft. | 84.5 cu.ft. | 65.5 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Subaru BRZ Ranked #1 | 6.9 cu.ft. | 76.5 cu.ft. | 147 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #3 | 9.1 cu.ft. | 81.4 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Audi TT Ranked #4 | 12 cu.ft. | 63 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | |||
2016 BMW 2 Series Ranked #5 | 13.8 cu.ft. | 125.3 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | |||
2016 Dodge Challenger Ranked #5 | 16.2 cu.ft. | 93.9 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #1 | 83.1 cu.ft. | 13.5 cu.ft. | 65.5 cu.ft. | - | |||
2016 Scion FR-S Ranked #2 | - | 6.9 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #3 | 81.4 cu.ft. | 9.1 cu.ft. | 7.1 cu.ft. | 121 ft. | |||
2016 Subaru BRZ Ranked #4 | 147 cu.ft. | 6.9 cu.ft. | 147 cu.ft. | - | |||
2016 Audi TT Ranked #5 | 74.7 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | 12 cu.ft. | 98 ft. | |||
2016 BMW 2 Series Ranked #6 | 57.5 cu.ft. | 13.8 cu.ft. | 57.5 cu.ft. | 98 ft. |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
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2016 Ford Mustang Ranked #2 | - | - | 3526 lbs. | |||
2016 Dodge Challenger Ranked #1 | 1000 lbs. | - | 3834 lbs. | |||
2016 Subaru BRZ Ranked #2 | - | - | 2764 lbs. | |||
2016 Nissan 370Z Ranked #2 | - | - | 3316 lbs. | |||
2016 Scion FR-S Ranked #2 | - | - | 2758 lbs. | |||
2016 Chevrolet Camaro Ranked #2 | - | - | 3339 lbs. |
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Posted On: June 23, 2024
It is a beautiful car. It is fun to drive. Great acceleration with 2.3 liter EcoBoost engine. Great on the road mileage. 32 miles per gallon. Yes, really, I've measured it several times. You can easily customize with readily available appearance and mechanical parts. I added hood and side California stripes. Also strengthened the front end with Ford Performance parts. Really stiffens the front an...
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Posted On: May 13, 2024
I have a V6 mustang but I have upgraded the headers to BBK Long tube headers with a X pipe and borla attack. I have a 91 octane tune by Bahama performance. Rouch cold air intake, bigger throttle body. I also had RTR led grill I wrapped the hood black
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Posted On: June 24, 2024
The 2015 Ford Mustang GT is quite the machine. From the drastic new body style to the updated new generation of the Coyote V8. This vehicle is something that will go down in history. 435 horsepower and 400 ft/lbs of torque make the Mustang GT take off from 0-60 in under 5 seconds. It has such an amazing balance of power and economy. If you choose to drive your Mustang at or under the speed limit ...
