Ford Mustang: A Complete DNA Breakdown of Ford’s Tour de Force (Overview, Performance, Specs)

Ford Mustang

Hey, Advisorwheels readers! Today we have come up with a simple and interesting question for you- 

Suppose you come from a prestigious background with an enduring legacy. 

Feeling butterflies already? 

Now tell us would you still strive hard to propel your family’s legacy or simply just crow about the forebears’ achievements to fuel your low self esteem?

If you’re ambitious, spirited and believe in stepping up your trusted and esteemed nameplate to the stratosphere, you will have a natural liking for today’s automotive that we are going to unveil, afterall you two possess the same attitude.

ford mustang

Presenting the new and legacy-defining, the Ford Mustang!

A magnus opus that inherits the muscle stance from its forebears DNA rather than clinging on it. A refined iteration that enters roaring with a superhero landing in the crowded segment with loud names such as Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro.

Now, let’s change the lane and head towards the nitty-grittys of the latest Mustang!

2025 Ford Mustang banks a bellow 5.0 litre Coyote V8 in the GT trim under its chiseled silhouette that powers this untamable beast to:

  • rips 0-60 mph in just 3.7 seconds
  • dominate the tracks with a top speed north of 155 mph.

But have you heard the legend how it gave a common ground to both purists and modernists to agree on? No, allow us to iterate it. 

See, Mustang is a marvellous feat- an artful blend of raw aggression and surreal refinement but its true USP lies in converging visceral muscle heritage and razor-sharp driver tech. 

Exhibiting features such as state-of-the-art performance telemetry and customizable digital cockpit supports the above statement. 

Seems dreamy. Right? Want to know what more is in its DNA?

So, fasten your seatbelts as we, Advisorwheels, detouring you to the latest Ford Mustang specifications- an absolute breakdown of authentic and accurate performance figures.

Let’s get started!

Engine & Performance

Engine Type:2.3L EcoBoost Inline-4 Turbo / 5.0L Coyote V8 / 5.0L V8 (Dark Horse, high-output)
Displacement/Battery Capacity:2,300 cc / 5,000 cc
Power Output:EcoBoost: ~315 hp
GT: ~480 hp
Dark Horse: ~500 hp
Torque:EcoBoost: 350 lb-ft
GT: 415 lb-ft
Dark Horse: 418 lb-ft
0-60 mph (0-100km/h):EcoBoost: ~5.1 seconds
GT: ~4.2 seconds
Dark Horse: ~3.7 seconds
Top Speed:EcoBoost: ~121 mph
GT: ~155 mph
Dark Horse: ~168 mph
Number of Cylinders/Motors:EcoBoost: 4 cylinders
GT/Dark Horse: 8 cylinders
Fuel Type:Petrol/Gasoline
Emission Standard:Meets latest U.S. EPA Tier 3 standards & Euro 6 equivalent (varies by market)

Transmission

Type:6-speed manual / 10-speed automatic (available across trims)
Number of Gears:6 (manual) / 10 (automatic)
Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD):Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length:189.4 in (4,810 mm)
Overall Width:75.4 in (1,915 mm)
Overall Height:55.0 in (1,397 mm)
Wheelbase:107.0 in (2,718 mm)
Ground Clearance~5.3 in (135 mm)
Kerb Weight:EcoBoost: ~3,588 lbs (1,628 kg)

GT: ~3,900 lbs (1,769 kg)

Dark Horse: ~3,950 lbs (1,791 kg)
Boot Space~13.3 cu ft (377 liters)

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack:EcoBoost: 15.5 gallons (59 liters)

GT & Dark Horse (V8): 16 gallons (61 liters)
(No battery pack – Mustang remains pure ICE; EV is the Mach-E, not this model.)
Mileage (City):EcoBoost: ~21 mpg

GT: ~15 mpg

Dark Horse: ~14 mpg
Mileage (Highway):EcoBoost: ~32 mpg

GT: ~24 mpg

Dark Horse: ~23 mpg
Mileage (EPA/Company Certified):EcoBoost: ~25–26 mpg

GT: ~18–19 mpg

Dark Horse: ~17–18 mpg

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension:Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs, stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension:Independent integral-link (multi-link) with coil springs, stabilizer bar
Front Brakes:Ventilated disc, 4-piston fixed calipers (Brembo 6-piston on Dark Horse)
Rear Brakes:Ventilated disc, single-piston calipers (Brembo upgrade for Dark Horse)
Steering Type:Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS), rack-and-pinion

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy)Alloy (standard across trims; Dark Horse gets lightweight performance alloys)
Tyre Size:EcoBoost: 235/50 R18 (base), optional 19-inch

GT: 255/40 R19 front, 275/40 R19 rear

Dark Horse: 255/40 R19 front, 275/40 R19 rear (track package offers 305/30 R19 front, 315/30 R19 rear with Pirelli P Zero Trofeo RS)
Spare Tyre:Not offered (tire repair kit provided; weight saving for performance)

Capacity

Seating Capacity:4 (2+2 coupe layout)
Number of Doors:2

Features & Technology

Infotainment System:SYNC 4 system with 13.2-inch touchscreen, over-the-air updates
Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.)Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C ports, FordPass app integration, optional B&O premium audio (12-speaker)
Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital)Fully digital 12.4-inch customizable cluster (multiple drive mode layouts, incl. retro-inspired Fox Body theme)
AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control)Dual-zone automatic climate control (standard on GT & Dark Horse, optional on EcoBoost)
Other Features:Keyless entry with push-button start, wireless charging pad, ambient lighting, heated/ventilated front seats, performance telemetry, track apps, advanced driver-assist suite (lane-keeping, adaptive cruise, pre-collision assist)

Safety

Airbags:Front, side, curtain, and driver knee airbags (standard across trims)
ABS with EBD:Standard
Traction Control:Standard electronic traction control
ESC/VSC:Electronic Stability Control with launch control (track modes in GT & Dark Horse)
ISOFIX:Rear child seat anchors (limited usability due to coupe design)
Parking Sensors/Camera:Rear parking sensors + rearview camera (360-degree camera optional on higher trims)
Additional Safety Features:Ford Co-Pilot360 suite – adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, lane keeping assist, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, and optional Active Pothole Mitigation (Dark Horse Performance Pack)

Price (If applicable)

Ex-Showroom Price:EcoBoost Fastback: $30,920

EcoBoost Premium Fastback: $36,445

GT Fastback (V8): $43,090

GT Premium Fastback: $47,610

Dark Horse: $59,485

Dark Horse Premium: $63,480
On-Road Price (Estimated, Including Fees & Taxes)::EcoBoost Fastback:~$34,000–36,000

EcoBoost Premium Fastback: $40,000–42,000

GT Fastback (V8): ~$47,000–49,000

GT Premium Fastback: ~$52,000–54,000

Dark Horse: ~$65,000–67,000

Dark Horse Premium: ~$69,000–72,000

The brand new Ford Mustang is not just a mere reiteration, served upon a few enhancements platter with a trusted lineage tag but a work-of-art that carves its own legend and propels Ford’s legacy around the globe.

Its compelling specifications and Ford’s meticulous craftsmanship reflects upon the driver’s persona by adding a layer of cheekiness and confidence -a true rebellion that has mastered the street swagger and dons the racing tracks.

However an underreported catch you should know about this Ford’s flagship that hardly gets airplay in contrast to the horsepower hype – Poor Rear visibility. Indeed you have read it right, this tour de force struggles with rear visibility.

Additionally, the cabin-tech is undoubtedly mesmerizing but can shock drivers with menu-diving at the worst moments. Although, the latest Ford Mustang is a maestro of straight-line thrill and delivers sensational styling.

In a nutshell, the 2025 Ford Mustang is an incredible feat and fire on wheels handsdown- a stupendous fusion of primal acceleration and surprising advancements that feels like a rocket made for roads.

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  • Bachelor of Science from Indira Gandhi National Open University.
  • Diploma in Automobile Engineering from Pusa Institute of Technology.
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  • Currently working for Advisor Wheels as a contributor writer.
  • Have worked for MotorHeads as a Junior Writer.
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As a contributor writer, my goal is to make complex information simple for my readers through my clear and concise articles. I also focus on insights into the automotive industry to be a reliable writer.

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