2012 Ford Mustang review
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Pros
- Acceleration and sound of V8 engines
- Fuel mileage with base V6
- Attention-grabbing looks
Cons
- Snug second-row seating
- Fuel mileage with V8s
- Some cheap cabin trim pieces
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 23 highway, 17 combined
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The Ford Mustang is an all-American muscle car with attitude
The 2012 Ford Mustang is a wildly entertaining muscle car that competes directly with rivals like the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger. Standard is a V6 engine that produces a surprisingly robust 305 horsepower—enough to keep many Mustang fans happy. Still, it’s hard to resist the power and fury of the Mustang’s optional V8 engines.
You can choose from the 412-hp 5.0-liter V8 found in the Mustang GT or a 444-hp of this same engine that’s fitted to the new-for-2012 Boss 302 model. If you’re a fan of performance and like lots of options, consider yourself lucky. That’s because the Mustang is available as a coupe or convertible and can be fitted with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. There are also countless option packages and cosmetic touches to make each Mustang a one-of-a-kind creation.
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What is new for the 2012 Ford Mustang?
- The Mustang is available in a new trim called the Boss 302.
- The Roush trim has been discontinued for 2012.
- Parking Sensors and 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
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What We Like
Coupe and convertible body styles: Fancy some limitless headroom and a mobile means of getting a tan? The Mustang convertible is the one for you. For something a little more practical, or simply for less money, the Mustang coupe could perfectly suit your muscle car needs.
Performance with V8 engines: Hold on tight when you hit the gas pedal in a Mustang GT or the new Boss 302 model. About the only thing more impressive than their 0 to 60 mph times is the guttural sound of the exhaust.
Highly customizable: So long as your bank account can cover it, there are seemingly endless ways to make a Mustang unique. Multiple choices for exterior colors, racing stripes, alloy wheel designs, and interior trim mean you’ll rarely see two identical Mustangs.
What Needs Improvement
Not exactly practical: This isn’t a huge surprise, given that the Mustang is engineered to look good and go fast. But keep in mind that second-row legroom is tight, cargo space is snug (especially in the convertible), and fuel economy for the optional V8s is not a subject for polite company.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Ford Mustang an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Ford Mustang 23rd out of 28 among Midsize Cars.
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GT 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Shaker Sound System
- Sync System
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.0L
Horsepower
412
Torque (ft-lbs)
390
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16
Wheelbase
107.1"
Overall length
188.2"
Width
73.9"
Height
56"
Leg room
F 42.4"/R 29.8"
Head room
F 38.8"/R 36.5"
Front tires
P235/50WR18
Rear tires
P235/50WR18
Seating capacity
4
Max towing capacity
150/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Manual 6
2012 Ford Mustang FAQ
The 2012 Ford Mustang is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- GT : 17 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- GT Premium : 17 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Premium : 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Base : 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Boss 302 : 17 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Shelby GT500 : 15 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Ford Mustang received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Ford Mustang as 22 out of 28 among Midsize Car
The 2012 Ford Mustang has received an average 4.7 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Ford Mustang, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Ford Mustang Reviews.
The 2012 Ford Mustang has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2012 Ford Mustang:
- Boss 302
- GT Premium
- Premium
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
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