2023 Ford Mustang

　　

2023 Ford Mustang Review

byCameron RogersManager, News

　　Cameron Rogers has worked in the automotive industry since 2013. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Today, he leads the news team in developing cutting-edge news articles, opinion pieces and sneak peeks at upcoming vehicles. Favorite cars that he's driven during his tenure at zzdcar include the 991-era Porsche 911 Turbo S, Rolls-Royce Ghost and several generations of Honda Odyssey (really).

　　The 2023 Ford Mustang is one of the three muscle cars on the market, providing lots of horsepower and an exciting driving experience at a reasonable price. We think it's the best in its class: It is more engaging to drive than the Dodge Challenger, and it's more comfortable and easier to drive day to day than the Chevrolet Camaro. Whether you're considering the base turbocharged four-cylinder or the high-octane Mach 1, there's a Mustang variant for anybody with a need for speed.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 Ford Mustang EcoBoost 2dr Coupe (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$192/mo  for Mustang EcoBoost

　　Mustang EcoBoost

　　EcoBoost 2dr Coupe (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $27,770 MSRPEcoBoost 2dr Convertible (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $33,270 MSRPEcoBoost Premium 2dr Coupe (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $32,795 MSRPEcoBoost Premium 2dr Convertible (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 6M) - $38,295 MSRPGT 2dr Coupe (5.0L 8cyl 6M) - $38,345 MSRPGT Premium 2dr Coupe (5.0L 8cyl 6M) (Most Popular) - $43,365 MSRPGT Premium 2dr Convertible (5.0L 8cyl 6M) - $48,865 MSRPMach 1 2dr Coupe (5.0L 8cyl 6M) - $55,570 MSRP

　　vs

　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　The current-generation Mustang is now in its ninth year of production, which is a long time in car years. It doesn't have much time left, however: The new seventh-generation Mustang will debut for the 2024 model year. Check out the Expert Rating below for our test team's complete evaluation of the car's performance, comfort and more.

　　

What's it like to live with?

zzdcar has had a few long-term Mustangs over the past few years, including a 2015 Mustang GT coupe, a 2015 Mustang GT coupe, and a 2015 Mustang GT coupe that we just can't seem to quit. We've racked up around 50,000 miles between the three vehicles, so check out our coverage to learn more about things like comfort, fuel economy, maintenance and performance.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Good

　　7.9

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

8.5/10

　　How does the Mustang drive? The Mustang GT is impressively quick thanks to its gutsy V8. The brakes are also fittingly firm, giving you plenty of confidence to brake hard. In zzdcar' testing, the GT covered 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds and stopped from 60 mph in 118 feet.

　　The steering effort changes depending on the drive mode you've selected. Regardless of mode, there's a good amount of feedback for the driver. Even without high-performance summer tires, the Mustang handles corners well thanks to well-managed body roll and impressive overall stability. The 10-speed automatic works very well too. It picks the best gearing without seeming overly busy.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the Mustang? You'll be comfortable for hours in the Mustang, which is quite a feat considering how performance-focused this car is. The seats offer great support and the cabin is fairly quiet. The V8 sounds great, which is precisely what you'll want to hear.

　　The climate controls are front and center, and well-placed vents evenly distribute cooled air for front passengers. The automatic climate control rarely needs any adjustment once set. The ventilated seats are quick to cool you down on hot days and keep you comfy on long drives.

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