2014 Ford Mustang review
Ford Mustang highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Nostalgic muscle car shape
- Awesome acceleration with V8
- Standard V6 is a fuel-friendly choice
Cons
- Stingy second-row legroom
- Small trunk (convertible)
- No telescoping steering wheel
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 24 highway, 18 combined
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The Ford Mustang makes a strong case for the American muscle car
The 2014 Ford Mustang, available as a coupe or convertible, has tons of appeal for anyone who wants a speedy, head-turning vehicle that doesn’t cost a fortune. An entry-level Mustang not only delivers tons of retro-inspired muscle car style for your money, but it’s also plenty quick and delivers solid fuel mileage. A 305-horsepower V6 resides under the hood and EPA-estimated highway mileage comes in at 31 mpg. Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov.
Of course, the real fun begins when you snuggle the Mustang’s 5.0-liter V8 into the engine bay. In the Mustang GT it sends 420 hp to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. After a subtle refresh last year, the 2014 Mustang lineup does not have any notable changes or updates. That should suit loyal fans of Ford’s popular pony car just fine, however. Competing models include the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger.
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What is new for the 2014 Ford Mustang?
- The Boss 302 trim has been discontinued for 2014.
- Mustang trims have been upgraded with Front Seat Heaters and Automatic Transmission as standard equipment this year.
- Remote Start, Overhead Airbags, Memory Seat(s), Sony Sound System, Shaker 500 Sound System, and SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Shelby GT500 trim now comes with Leather Seats as standard equipment.
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What We Like
A muscle car bargain: The Mustang delivers lots of bang for your buck, no matter which powertrain you choose. With the base V6 it scoots from 0 to 60 mph in about 5.7 seconds. When motivated by the optional V8, that time drops by about one second.
Trunk volume: Granted, this applies more to the Mustang coupe than it does the convertible model. In hardtop format, the Mustang’s trunk measures in at about 13 cubic feet in capacity. That’s more than fine for a long weekend’s worth of luggage. With the convertible, trunk space dips to just under 10 cubic feet.
Manual gearbox: Being able to shift for yourself is getting increasingly rare, even in the world of sporty coupes and convertibles. The six-speed manual available in the Mustang can be fitted to either the V6 or V8 engine.
What Needs Improvement
Dated interior: The cabin of the Mustang is generally a nice place to spend your time, though a few bargain trim pieces detract from the ambience. The lack of a telescoping steering wheel is also a strange oversight in Ford’s performance machine.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.6 out of 5
51 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 36 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 11 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
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 Premium 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Shaker Sound System
- Side Airbags
- Soft Top
- Sync System
- Traction Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
Drive Wheels
2WD
Engine size
5.0L
Horsepower
420
Torque (ft-lbs)
390
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16
Wheelbase
107.1"
Overall length
188.5"
Width
73.9"
Height
55.8"
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
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Ford Mustang FAQ
The 2014 Ford Mustang is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- GT Premium: 15 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Premium: 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- GT: 15 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Base: 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Shelby GT500: 15 MPG City and 24 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
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The 2014 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 2014 Ford Mustang:
- Overhead Airbags
- Front Seat Heaters
- Memory Seat(s)
- Sony Sound System
- Shaker 500 Sound System
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