Ford Mustang
V8 pony car, from Boss 302 to the Dark Horse.
19 reviewers · 118 videos · 47 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and value, but split on handling and fun to drive.
across 19 reviewers
"the steering is as good as the one le out here especially at the limit and that's high praise"
Throttle House · ▶ 30:13"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"I was captivated by the gt500 it's a riot to drive and perfectly balanced at the limit"
Throttle House · ▶ 30:46"it's just not quite there a very incohesive package"
JayEmm on Cars · ▶ 10:40"it drives like a bone stock car"
ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 2:05"The ride is a bit rough but it's not so bad"
Doug DeMuro · ▶ 27:11Performance
4.5/519 of 19 reviewersstrong consensus“it puts down monstrous power on the straights”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 14:43“This is by far the sharpest Ford Mustang I have ever driven.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 8:46“What a ridiculous engine.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 8:07Handling
4.0/518 of 19 reviewerssplit“the steering is as good as the one le out here especially at the limit and that's high praise”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 30:13“It really handles these corners with so much poise.”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 10:03“The steering here is actually not bad for EPAS. You have some feedback. I can tell what's going on at the front axle.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 10:31Fun to drive
4.5/519 of 19 reviewerssplit“I was captivated by the gt500 it's a riot to drive and perfectly balanced at the limit”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 30:46“I have yet to drive any other car that can replicate that feel be it American be it Japanese be it European it doesn't even matter it's there's something a bit special about a Mustang”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 12:59“This is by far my favorite Mustang.”
positive · Jubbal & Cars · ▶ 18:55Daily drivability
3.5/519 of 19 reviewerssplit“it drives like a bone stock car”
positive · ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 2:05“The ride is a bit rough but it's not so bad”
critical · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 27:11“with 760 horsepower... you think that would be kind of a handful on the street but fours done a nice job it's actually pretty docile and subdued”
positive · MotorWeek · ▶ 2:06Value
4.0/519 of 19 reviewersconsensus“you can buy it for a little over 40 grand”
positive · ThatDudeinBlue · ▶ 2:01“this car is a great performance bargain”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 13:28“the performance pack is the smart choice for anyone who really wants to drive their car.”
positive · Savagegeese · ▶ 0:36Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- MotorTrend
Hot Lap Video: How the Ford Mustang GTD Outsmarted and Outcornered 1,200-hp Supercars
◆Worth itThe Mustang GTD is a track-focused engineering marvel that excels in cornering and braking, though it currently lacks the raw power to dominate in straight-line speed against the absolute top-tier hypercars.
- Best for
- track enthusiasts who prioritize chassis balance and cornering precision over raw straight-line acceleration.
- Watch out
- significant power deficit compared to 1,200-hp rivals · heavy curb weight
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The State of American Performance: Shaking Down the USA’s Top Guns
◆Worth itAmerican performance is in a golden age, with these four vehicles demonstrating that whether through traditional muscle, hybrid hypercars, or electric luxury, the future of driving is exceptionally bright.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of American engineering across different performance philosophies.
- Watch out
- Czinger 21C street harshness · Corvette ZR1X understeer · Mustang GTD fuel consumption
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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
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