2016 Ford Mustang GT Premium

The 2016 Mustang is Ford's iconic pony car, offered as a coupe or convertible with rear-wheel drive. It squares off against the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, with the Shelby GT350 aimed at track-focused Europeans. The Mustang delivers strong acceleration and a classic muscle-car soundtrack, though the ride can be firm with the performance packages. Inside, the cabin offers supportive seats and a well-organized dash, but the rear seat is cramped and the hood is long. Some owners note panel gaps and occasional Sync glitches, but the car's performance and styling earn high praise. Its 5.0L V8 makes 435 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque, routed through a six-speed manual to the rear wheels, and returns 19 mpg combined. Selectable Drive Modes let you tailor the steering, throttle and stability control from Normal to Track, and the electronic line-lock is built in for drag-strip use.