The new 2011 Ford Mustang is obviously nothing like the Ford we used to know. Following last year’s revisions on interior and exterior, Ford introduces the 2011 with spanking new engines that include a 305 HP V6 and a 412 HP V8. They also come with the six-speed manual and automatic transmissions.
With the new 3.7-liter V6 engine, the 2011 Mustang should have the performance and power to compete head-to-head with Chevrolet’s V6 Camaro and Hyundai’s Genesis Couple. No longer is the Mustang an old piece of underachiever from the 90s. In additional to the new all-aluminium engine that is capable of producing up to 280 foot-pound, the Mustang is also equipped with a pair or new gearboxes, a brand new V6 performance package, and various minor improvements in the interior department.
Like the old Mustang, the new 2011 Mustang still sends power the rear wheels, but the difference is the new model channels the power through either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. The extra gears allow the Mustang to perform more efficiently, and the EPA fuel economy estimates is 31 mpg highway. This year’s V8 model also sees major improvements. The engine has been bumped up to 5.0 liters, and it has four valves per cylinder and dual overhead cams. It is capable of producing a staggering 412 HP and 390 pound-foot of torque. The V8 model also comes with six-speed manual transmission and six-speed automatic transmission.
Priced at $22,144, the Mustang is a great buy. Even though it still has room for improvement for its lack of telescoping steering wheel, it is still a good deal after all the improvements. The base V6 model comes with a classic cabin design, and is equipped with standard safety features. It also offers the options for anti-theft system and exterior appearance package.