2011 Ford Mustang
The 2011 Ford Mustang is available as a coup or convertible and is one of the best looking pony cars on the road. It offers seating for four with innovative high-tech features, a stylish interior and goes from zero to 60mph in 4.8 seconds.
The 2011 Ford Mustang is available in four trim levels: V6, V6 Premium, GT, and GT Premium. The base V6 trim comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, a limited-slip rear differential, keyless entry, integrated blind-spot mirrors, cruise control, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a tilt-only steering wheel and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack.
The V6 Premium adds 17-inch wheels, leather upholstery, a power driver seat, Ford's Sync system, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, color-adjustable gauges, ambient lighting, upgraded interior trim and an upgraded eight-speaker sound system with satellite radio and an iPod/USB audio interface. The V8-powered GT comes with the base V6's features plus 18-inch alloys, automatic headlights, a rear spoiler, adjustable steering effort and foglamps. The GT Premium is essentially a GT with different 18-inch wheels and the V6 Premium's roster of features.
Options on Mustang V6 models include an exterior appearance package that adds bodywork graphics and a rear spoiler. Also available is a V6 Performance package (for coupes with manual transmissions) that includes 19-inch wheels with summer tires, numerous suspension and brake upgrades, a recalibrated stability control system and a 3.31 rear axle ratio.
The V6 Premium has a slew of packages and options in addition to those available on the base model. The packages include: the Pony package and the Mustang Club of America Special Edition (both consist of 18-inch wheels and various exterior styling enhancements); the Comfort Group package (a power passenger seat and heated front seats); and the Electronics package (automatic climate control, HD radio and a voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic and other information). Also available are remote ignition, xenon headlamps, a glass roof, a tonneau cover for convertible models and a back-up camera.
The Mustang GT can be outfitted with upgraded Brembo brakes, 19-inch wheels, summer tires and the recalibrated stability control system. Two performance axles for quicker acceleration are available: 3.55:1 and 3.73:1. The GT Premium can be had with all the options of the V6 Premium and GT packages plus a selection from an array of 18-inch and 19-inch wheels, the California Special package (more exterior styling variations) and a more powerful 10-speaker sound system (not available with the Electronics package).
The new high-performance GT Premium adds a more powerful V8 engine, dual exhaust tips, special exterior trim and aerodynamic elements, unique interior trim, alloy pedals, cloth seats and a premium audio system.
The Ford Mustang features a 3.7-liter V6 engine that pumps out 305 horsepower. The 6-speed manual or automatic transmission is equipped with new electric power steering, reverse suspension tuning, noise insulation and body bracing for the GT convertible. The V6 earned a 19 mpg city and 31 mpg highway fuel-economy. The Mustang GT features a 5.0-liter V8 good for 412 horsepower and earned an EPA estimated fuel economy of 18 mpg city and 21 mpg highway.
The 2011 Ford Mustang coupe and convertible earned a top five star rating for its protection in both frontal and side-impact collisions. Antilock four-wheel disc brakes, front-seat side airbags, side spotter mirrors and stability control are all standard. Also standard is Ford’s MyKey system, which allows owners to set up driving restrictions for young drivers.
The 2011 Mustang cabin retains its characteristic retro design while also boasting respectable material quality. The seating is comfortable and controls are easy to operate. The optional Sync system provides useful voice-integrated technology for music and Bluetooth functions.
The 2011 Ford Mustang is fun to drive, full of style, and also safe.
