Ford Mustang 2009–2014 car dimensions: 4778 mm long, 1877 mm wide and 1425 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,647 kg. Braked towing is 454 kg.
Manual air conditioning is standard across the range. Dual-zone automatic climate control comes only with the Electronics Package on Premium models. Cruise control is fitted as standard on the tilt steering wheel. An optional reverse camera mounts in the rear spoiler and shows in the navigation screen or auto-dimming mirror. The optional navigation system adds an 8-inch touchscreen. SYNC voice control for phones and media is available on higher trims. No automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot warning or lane-keep systems appear in the equipment lists.
Trunk volume is 9.6 cubic feet or 272 litres with the power soft top raised. The fixed rear seats do not fold flat, so cargo space stays the same.
Maximum towing capacity is listed at 1000 lb or 454 kg for all trims. No unbraked figure or payload rating is published. Performance axle and suspension packages are optional on GT models but the car remains a sports convertible, not intended for regular heavy towing or work duties.
The cabin uses a soft-touch instrument panel with chrome accents and available brushed aluminum trim. Front seats gain better contouring and support over prior models, with cloth standard or leather on Premium grades. Premium adds ambient lighting in footwells, cupholders and door pockets plus MyColor gauge lighting. The three-layer power soft top is weatherproof outside, tailored inside and sound-deadened in the middle for less noise with the top up. Dual-zone automatic climate control is available. Rear seats fit two adults of moderate size with fixed backs on the convertible.
EPA fuel economy 18 city/26 hwy mpg for V6 manual, 16/24 for V6 automatic. 16/24 V8 manual, 17/23 V8 automatic. 14/22 for 5.4L.
Fuel tank holds 16 gallons. Easy Fuel capless filler standard.
Oil-life monitor signals changes at roughly 7,500 miles or six months.
Standard AdvanceTrac stability control, ABS, all-speed traction control, dual-stage front airbags and front side airbags.
NHTSA five-star ratings for frontal and side crash plus rollover. IIHS Good in moderate-overlap front for the coupe.
Fuel use sits in the mid-teens to mid-20s mpg depending on engine and transmission. The 4.0L V6 returns the highest numbers on the highway while the V8s and supercharged 5.4L trade economy for power. Regular unleaded works for the V6. premium is recommended for the higher-output engines. The 16-gallon tank and capless filler keep fill-ups simple.
Servicing follows the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor, which typically calls for oil and filter changes around 7,500 miles or six months. Tire rotations, fluid checks and multi-point inspections fall on the normal schedule. The convertible top mechanism needs occasional care to keep seals and the three-layer fabric in good shape. Roadside assistance covers five years or 60,000 miles.
Safety kit is comprehensive for the era. AdvanceTrac electronic stability control, four-wheel ABS and traction control come standard across the range. The Personal Safety System pairs dual-stage front airbags with side airbags, pretensioners and Belt-Minder. Tire-pressure monitoring, LATCH anchors and the SOS Post-Crash Alert System are also standard. The structure is markedly stiffer than the prior generation, especially on the convertible.
Living with the car means accepting a compact trunk once the top is stowed and a rear seat best for shorter trips. Power windows, locks, cruise and the available SYNC system keep daily use straightforward. The power top drops quickly with two latches and a button. Regular top and weatherseal checks plus sticking to the oil-life intervals keep the car reliable for open-air miles.
Length 4778 mm, Width 1877 mm, Height 1425 mm, Wheelbase 2720 mm (Mustang 2009–2014)
Sources: manufacturer data, Ford 2010 Mustang Specifications PDF, auto-data.net and autoevolution.com.