The Ford Mustang has been a symbol of the classic American car ever since it first hit the market in 1964. There have been many dizzying highs in its history in the form of a record number of cars sold in a short period of time, and equally low falls: the Ford Mustang, along with all muscle cars, survived the difficult times of the gasoline crisis in the seventies of the XX century.
But, nevertheless, after going through a series of updates, he came to the current version, which was presented to the public in 2004 at the North American International Auto Show under the name "S-197", and in 2005 he appeared on the automotive market. In 2010, the Ford Mustang underwent another facelift.
The appearance of the Ford Mustang V with its clean lines and compact body is reminiscent of the harmonious and unique specimens of the late 1960s. Its front bumper looks like a predatory shark nose, and the traditional emblem of a galloping horse flaunts on the grille, symbolizing the swiftness and grace of these cars.
The Ford Mustang 5 is a front-engined, rear-wheel drive compact/Pony Car based on the new D2C platform. Overall dimensions of Ford Mustang, mm: length - 4780, width - 1880, height - 1410.
The wheelbase of the 2010 Ford Mustang is 2,720 mm, which provides it with good stability on the road and plenty of room for passengers.
Interior
There is enough space in the Ford Mustang for all passengers. Comfortable seats with pronounced lateral support are perfect for traveling in comfort. Since 2008, natural soy material has been used in the manufacture of Ford Mustang seats. Thus, a nod to the ideals of Henry Ford was made.
Car owners can customize the dashboard lighting themselves by choosing one of 125 possible combinations to suit their mood, taste, and even whim. In the Ford Mustang, modernity meets the past heritage of the car, presented in the elements of the steering wheel with the same emblem, chrome trim on the air vents.
Standard equipment includes power windows, power door mirrors, keyless entry, and heated front and rear windows. In 2009, a glass roof became available (as an option) on Mustangs, but you had to pay an extra $1,995 for it.
The Ford Mustang anti-theft system is represented by a sensor module that is triggered by theft by towing. The internal motion sensor detects burglaries and a 60 amp/hour battery powered alarm, allowing it to give a long audible warning of an incoming car theft.
Ford Mustang engines
The base engine for the 2005 Ford Mustang was a 4.0-liter Cologne V6 SOHC V6 engine with 210 hp, and it was paired with a more powerful 300-horsepower 4.6-liter all-aluminum V8 unit. The same motors were also offered for the Ford Mustang GT Convertible, which accelerates from zero to hundred in 7.3 seconds. (1.4 seconds faster than its competitor Pontiac G6 Convertible).
Ford Mustang V6 Deluxe is equipped with Tremec T-5 manual transmission-5 (5R55S five-speed automatic transmission is optional), AM/FM/1CD radio, air conditioning. It is fitted with 16 inch wheels. The Ford Mustang V6 Premium adds a Shaker 500 audio system with a 6-disc CD changer, six-way mechanical seat adjustment, and a leather steering wheel.
The Ford Mustang GT Deluxe version features a 4.6L V8 powertrain, ABS with traction control, stainless steel tailpipe trim, fog lights, halogen headlights, rear spoiler, tilt steering wheel. Ford Mustang GT Premium additionally flaunts sports bucket seats.
In 2011, the four-liter engine was replaced by a 3.7-liter Duratec V6 with a capacity of 305 hp. Fuel consumption of this engine, equipped with an upgraded Getrag MT82 six-speed manual transmission, is 12 l / 100 km in the city, and 8.1 l / 100 km on the highway. With the 6R60 six-speed automatic transmission following, fuel consumption on the highway dropped to 7.6 l/100 km.
The rear dependent suspension (Panhard rod) prevents the Ford Mustang axle from moving under the influence of lateral forces, it is also lighter and cheaper than an independent suspension. Despite this, Ford was heavily criticized for installing an archaic suspension, but the manufacturer was relentless, arguing that they wanted to reduce the cost of the Ford Mustang by $5,000.
The Ford Mustang started at $19,410 for a V6 Coupe in 2005, and the Ford Mustang GT cost $24,995 at the time, making it the most affordable 300hp sports car on the market. In 2011, the Ford Mustang GT was equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine producing 412 hp. According to unofficial data, its maximum speed with this engine is over 250 km/h.
Also, the car has a long list of modifications that differ from the main model in engine types and technical characteristics. Half of all sports cars sold in America are Mustangs, and they are eternal competitors.
In the spring of 2012, the 2013 Ford Mustang went on sale. It received a more aggressive exterior design, daytime running lights with a range of LEDs, and two new colors: Deep Impact Blue (blue) and Gotta Have It Green (green).