The Ford Mustang is one of the most characterful sports cars on sale, so what happens when it takes on upgrades inspired by the Steve McQueen film, Bullitt? Dan Prosser finds out in this CarGurus UK review.
Written review:
https://www.cargurus.co.uk/research/Ford-Mustang-2014-mg46
Pros
Fabulous old-school V8 of GT models
Charismatic looks and driving experience
Bullitt edition is sharp to drive
Cons
High running costs
Mustangs with the four-cylinder engine have less character
Cramped rear seats
The CarGurus verdict
Great to look at and entertaining to drive, the Mustang is everything a muscle car should be. European sports cars with their more compact dimensions, lighter mass and higher-spec suspension components will run rings around a Mustang, but you wouldn’t necessarily be having more fun. For the full muscle car experience, the 5.0-litre V8 that powers the GT model is a must.
Despite its sheer size, the Mustang isn’t an especially spacious car inside. The pair of rear seats are actually pretty cramped, meaning they’re only of any real use for children. The car does offer plenty of boot space, however.
If your budget will run to a facelifted Mustang (from 2018 onwards), you’ll enjoy a more powerful engine (443bhp from the V8, up from 410bhp) and a much improved infotainment system. The dated six-speed automatic gearbox was replaced by more modern 10-speed, while the manual transmission benefits from a rev-matching function on downshifts (which can be switched off if you prefer to blip the throttle yourself).
The first Mustang to be offered in right-hand drive is also the best modern Mustang of the lot – and by no small margin.
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