Powerhouse Excellence 2024 Ford Mustang Review

2024 Ford Mustang Review, introduces the seventh chapter of the iconic Mustang, blending familiar aesthetics with revamped styling, upgraded chassis, a new interior, and enhanced powertrains. While the Mustang gallops into the future with a 5.0-liter V-8 generating 480 horsepower and a 315-hp turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost, competitors like the Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger face uncertain prospects. The Mustang offers both a 10-speed automatic and a rare six-speed manual option, catering to enthusiasts. With hardtop coupe and soft top convertible variations, the Mustang preserves the essence of the classic muscle car narrative through its reimagined cockpit and robust engine choices.

2024 Ford Mustang GT
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 4-passenger, 2-door coupe

2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 4-passenger, 2-door coupe

Whats New 2024 Ford Mustang?

2024 Ford Mustang strides into its seventh generation with a much-needed makeover, encompassing significant style and powertrain enhancements. Catering to speed enthusiasts, both the Mustang GT and EcoBoost models now feature an optional Performance Pack, boasting upgrades like a front strut-tower brace, Torsen limited-slip differential, wider wheels, larger Brembo brakes, and a Mange Ride active-dampening suspension. Performance-oriented options include Recaro buckets and an active exhaust. Ford introduces the Performance Electronic Parking Brake, enhancing drift capability. The all-new Mustang Dark Horse, armed with a menacing 500-hp Coyote V-8 engine and Ford Performance upgrades, joins the lineup. A post-launch addition is the GT California Special appearance package, paying homage to the 1968 original with distinctive blue accents and exclusive wheels for the Mustang GT Premium coupe or convertibles.

The Mustang maintains its lineup, offering a turbocharged four-cylinder EcoBoost as the base option and a V-8 engine in the GT model. While financial prudence may lean towards the four-cylinder, the allure of the V-8-powered GT with the six-speed manual tugs at the heartstrings. Despite the GT coupe commanding a premium of over $10,000 compared to the base four-cylinder, enthusiasts can opt for the GT Performance package for an additional roughly $5000. This package includes 19-inch wheels, substantial Brembo calipers, a 3.73-geared Torsen differential, and attractive appearance enhancements, providing a compelling upgrade for performance aficionados.

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New 2024 Ford Mustang Variants?

• 2024 Mustang® EcoBoost® Fastback
• 2024 Mustang® EcoBoost® Premium Fastback
• 2024 Mustang® EcoBoost® Convertible
• 2024 Mustang® EcoBoost® Premium Convertible
• 2024 Mustang® GT Fastback
• 2024 Mustang® GT Premium Fastback
• 2024 Mustang® GT Premium Convertible
• 2024 Mustang® Dark Horse™
• 2024 Mustang® Dark Horse™ Premium

2024 Ford Mustang Review

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

2024 Ford Mustang debuts with a standard upgraded turbocharged 315-hp 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine, boasting 350 pound-feet of torque—a 5-hp bump from its predecessor but slightly behind the last-gen EcoBoost Performance’s 330-hp. While all EcoBoost Mustangs feature a 10-speed automatic transmission, the Mustang GT, housing a 5.0-liter V-8, comes with a standard six-speed manual. The upgraded Coyote V-8 in the GT delivers 480 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, with an optional performance exhaust pushing figures to 486 hp and 481 lb-ft. Impressively, the Mustang GT with the performance exhaust sprints to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, while the EcoBoost is close behind at 4.5 seconds. The new steering enhances feel and feedback. The Mustang Dark Horse, a track-focused variant based on the GT, flaunts a 500-hp 5.0-liter V-8, reminiscent of the previous generation’s Mach 1. Equipped with a six-speed manual Tremec TR-3160 transmission, it accelerates to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and excels in speed tests, stopping in just 29.7 seconds. The optional Handling package swaps standard 19-inch Pirelli P Zero PZ4s for stickier Pirelli Trofeo RS tires, further enhancing performance.

Fuel Economy & Mileage

2024 Ford Mustang, Opting for the Performance Package does impact fuel efficiency, though not drastically, registering at 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. This contrasts with the previous-gen Mustang’s V-8, which recorded 15 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (with automatic transmission), a figure retained by the current GT with similar numbers for the six-speed manual (14 mpg city and 23 mpg highway). The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse is less fuel-efficient, managing 14 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway. In a real-world scenario, a GT model with a six-speed manual achieved 24 mpg on a 75-mph highway fuel economy route. For more details on the Mustang’s fuel economy, further information is available.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Space

2024 Ford Mustang, Seated in the 2024 Mustang, the design is meticulously crafted with what Ford terms “fighter-jet inspired” aesthetics. Contrary to its intense description, the interior proves comfortable, offering notably supportive seats. The standard 12.4-inch instrument cluster represents a significant advancement, allowing customization with selectable colors, gauges, and a “calm” screen for essential details. The ambient lighting and driver’s display adapt to the chosen drive mode. Base Mustangs feature cloth seats with optional micro-suede vinyl inserts, while the Premium level adds stitched elements throughout. The Mustang GT takes it up a notch with leather inserts. Ford introduces the Remote Rev function, enabling the engine to rev up with a simple click from the key fob, allowing enthusiasts to appreciate the engine sounds from outside the car.

Infotainment & Connectivity

2024 Ford Mustang makes a substantial leap in interior technology. An optional 13.2-inch infotainment screen, employing Ford’s Sync 4 software, seamlessly extends from the gauge cluster toward the center of the car, shielded by a curved glass panel. Standard features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, with the convenience of an optional wireless smartphone charger to declutter charging cables. Embracing voice commands, Amazon Alexa and Ford Streaming replace traditional knob-turning or button presses. Notably, every Mustang is equipped with Ford Power-Up software capability, facilitating over-the-air updates for ongoing software enhancements and vehicle function improvements.