Ford Mustang
V8 pony car, from Boss 302 to the Dark Horse.
11 reviewers · 66 videos · 44 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance, but split on handling and fun to drive.
across 11 reviewers
"It really handles these corners with so much poise."
Zygrene · ▶ 10:03"there's still an element of a little bit too much role but also just being a bit too stiff"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:24"This engine is the star of the show. No doubt. This actually has the chassis to back it up."
Zygrene · ▶ 14:52"it's just not quite there a very incohesive package"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:40"the visibility is far better than the Camaros I can see out the front and the sides so much better"
Zygrene · ▶ 10:20"I think that 10-speed dramatically hurts this driving experience."
ShootingCars · ▶ 16:35"this car is a great performance bargain"
Zygrene · ▶ 13:28"unless you're obsessed with the mach 1 nameplate i don't think i'd bother with one of these especially for the price"
Throttle House · ▶ 9:09Performance
4.5/511 of 11 reviewersstrong consensus“What a ridiculous engine.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 8:07“The Voodoo engine makes 526 horsepower and 429 lb ft of torque while revving to a sky-high 8,250 rpm.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 9:57“We're powered by none other than the Voodoo engine. That's a 5.2 L naturally aspirated V8 with a flat plane crank making 526 horsepower at 7500 RPM and 429 pound- feet at 4750 with an 8,250 RPM red line.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 0:40Handling
4.0/511 of 11 reviewerssplit“It really handles these corners with so much poise.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:03“This to me is just the sweet spot of the coolest engines, one of the best overall handling packages.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 12:11“finally a factory mustang that handles”
positive · Regular Car Reviews · ▶ 0:51Fun to drive
4.5/511 of 11 reviewerssplit“This engine is the star of the show. No doubt. This actually has the chassis to back it up.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 14:52“From a driving perspective, it is just pure joy. It's just so delightful.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 17:10“Unlike any other muscle car that you'll ever drive, these GT 350s and the 350RS, they have this level of precision and delicacy to them that is so rare in American muscle cars.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 7:07Daily drivability
3.5/511 of 11 reviewerssplit“the visibility is far better than the Camaros I can see out the front and the sides so much better”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:20“the ride in comfort mode is still soft the seats are comfortable the visibility is great you can cruise in this car”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 6:59“as far as real world feel for my 5' 8" body, the Mustang is definitely more accommodating”
positive · Car Confections · ▶ 23:22Value
4.0/511 of 11 reviewerssplit“this car is a great performance bargain”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 13:28“The performance for the price is just amazing.”
positive · Engineering Explained · ▶ 17:51“pay 4 44,000 for that car for a 5 L V8 in excess of 400 horsepower for 40,000 you're not getting anything in Germany”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 11:02Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- MotorTrend
2025 Ford Mustang GTD First Test: It’s Not Just About the Numbers
◆BuyThe Mustang GTD is a transformative vehicle that proves weight and price are secondary to engineering excellence; it is one of the best cars ever driven.
- Best for
- wealthy driving enthusiasts who prioritize track performance and engineering marvels.
- Watch out
- Extremely high price · Very heavy curb weight · Poor fuel economy and range
Quotes worth your time - Top Gear
Buy Ford Mustang (US) Price, PPC or HP | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe new Mustang successfully bridges the gap between a traditional muscle car and a modern, agile sports car, offering impressive tech and daily usability.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who want a daily-drivable sports car with V8 power and modern tech.
- Watch out
- Numb and light steering feel · No manual transmission option for EcoBoost · Best performance features are expensive
1,660 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Ford Mustang Dark Horse review: more of the good stuff Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe Dark Horse is a fantastic driver's car that justifies its existence through its specific transmission and suspension tuning, even if the value proposition is questionable compared to a loaded GT.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who specifically want the Tremec manual transmission and track-ready suspension tuning.
- Watch out
- Numb and overboosted steering · Cramped interior with cheap plastics · Poor value compared to a Performance Pack GT
1,604 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time