The Ford Mustang has been around since 1964 when it was introduced at that year’s New York World’s Fair. In continuous production since that first roll out, the Mustang is currently the longest-produced Ford car. The fifth-best selling Ford, it is the namesake of the pony car automobile segment, a highly-styled line of two-door sporty model coupes and convertibles initially distinguished by a long hood and short deck.
The 1965 Mustang became the most successful vehicle launch since the 1927 Model A, selling over 400,000 in its first year. In August 2018, Ford produced the 10-millionth Mustang.
The 2025 Mustang is ready to hit the showroom floor with few changes from the basic 2024 model. However, the Mustang will continue to be offered in a number of fun performance flavors.
Part of the Mustang’s appeal has always revolved around its everyday usability, not just muscle car performance. Which means you can buy anything from a base model to the ultimate GT and have tons of fun behind the wheel. A convertible is still available right from the get-go, and fans will find improved one-touch top activation, and more compact storage of the fabric top to maximize trunk space.
The base model comes with a EccoBoost turbo-4 getting 22 MPG-City, 33-Highway, and 26-Combined.
The street performer’s crowd will be pleased with the GT Coupe, pushed by its naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8. Eight cylinders are a tradition going back to the ‘60s. The double-overhead-cam, 32-valve Coyote V-8 is a light revision of its former self. The highlight is the addition of a second throttle body – the intakes now front the engine bay like a pair of fangs – and new exhaust cams boost power to 480 horsepower. Addition of a performance exhaust pushes HP to 486 horses at 7250 rpm. The torque peak – 415 – pound-feet, or 418 with the active exhaust – arrives at 4900. This combination produces a throaty rumble that draws attention wherever it goes and still has plenty of space for passanger comfort to make for a great date night, and even run a few errands.
The 2024 model debuted with the base Coupe priced at $32,515, ranging to GT Premium at $48,610. 2025 prices will be out shortly.
When Ford unveiled the 2024 it featured changes that matter, but small ones can matter more. They introduced a glassy cockpit, with a 13.2-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, not popular with Mustang traditionalists. Gone was the old double-brow dash, a family hallmark. I know all the manufacturers are doing it, but it looks like they just slapped a rectangular screen on the dash.
A 10-Speed SelectShift Automatic Transmission is standard on all 2025 Mustang EcoBoost trims and available on all others. The smooth-shifting transmission comes with available steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters. Even better, it has an industry-first remote rev feature that allows you to show off the roar of the engine with the push of a button.
Inside, the driver will find numerous front seat adjustments, along with sufficient headroom for those well above 6 feet tall.
Outside the Mustang features the beefy bulldog stance that was unveiled in 2023. And, of course, front and rear lights, love them or hate them, come in the power of 3.
From the streets to the track, the 2025 Mustang lineup provides responsive, athletic handling at all speeds. The 5 suspension, selectable drive modes, massive brakes, and a flat-bottom steering wheel combine to give you precise control. Top it off with the available GT Performance Package or Mustang Dark Horse handling package.