Ford MUSTANG Parts | 2015 - 2018 | EcoBoost MOD V8 #8AK0K285K
It is rare for the name of a car to transcend beyond car enthusiasts into popular culture, but the Ford Mustang is one of those vehicles. You can thank decades in Hollywood movies for that. Mustangs are compared to their European and Japanese rivals, such as the Audi A5 Coupe, BMW 4 Series Coupe, Infiniti Q60, Lexus RC, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, but the packaging is weak, resulting in a cramped cabin. However, comparing it directly to those models seems a bit unfair, as the Mustang appeals to a different type of car buyer. It is a fun car, light-hearted and full of character, which means vehicles like the BMW M2, Mercedes-AMG A 45, and Audi RS 3 Sportback also come into the equation. American image, designed for Europe Mustangs that come here feature some engineering modifications specific to Europe to make them drive, stop, and turn better than their predecessors. America receives a wider range of engines, but here there are only a pair of engines to choose from - a 2.3-liter turbocharged Ecoboost with four cylinders and 317 HP (up to 290 HP from the 2018 facelift), similar to the unit mounted in the Focus RS, and a 5.0-liter V8 with 416 HP (updated to 450 HP in 2018). Of course, the former is the more efficient pairing, with promised economy diminishing to 35.3mpg and CO2 emissions at a reasonable 179g/km. But who buys a muscle car for economy and efficiency? It seems not very many people, with two-thirds of Mustangs ordered with the larger engine. In terms of performance, the 2.3 Ecoboost manages the 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.8 seconds, the 5.0 V8 sibling in 4.8. A six-speed manual gearbox with a meaty throw is the more popular transmission, although the six-speed automatic feels aligned with the cars American ethos. A small range of available Mustangs Both offer a high level of kit, however, regardless of the type of Mustang you will enjoy, you will enjoy 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic xenon headlights, dual-zone climate control, and the Ford Sync3 multimedia system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (earlier the Sync2 system was installed until 2016). For those who want to behave like a hooligan, the V8 is the only choice. Here you will discover the line lock and launch control systems that allow you to perform burnouts with ease and accelerate as quickly as possible. Each has selectable driving modes, a limited-slip differential, and a Selectable Effort power steering system that varies the weighting but does not increase the feel through the wheel. Limited edition Mustang Bullitt an instant sell-out Only 350 examples of the Mustang Bullitt were allocated in the UK, and each was pre-sold even before the price was listed in the fall of 2018. Launched to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Bullitt movie, with a 1969 Mustang GT350, the special edition had an effective makeover so that it resembles the style of the movie car, including dark green paint, de-badged bodywork, glossy black alloy wheels, and additional chrome details. Its not that it stands out in the way it drives, but the Bullitt also benefits from a 9 HP power increase thanks to its 5.0-liter V8 engine courtesy of a revised air intake and other minor mechanical improvements. It certainly sounds throatier than other V8 Mustangs. At a time when most new cars receive four and five-star ratings from Euro NCAP, the two-star score for the Ford Mustang Fastback raises serious questions about the cars safety. Indeed, the scores for child occupancy were worryingly low. Ford indicated that orders placed from May 2017 would receive an upgraded safety feature package when the cars are delivered later in the year. These measures include pedestrian detection and forward collision warnings, autonomous emergency braking, and lane-keeping assistance. This is on top of the already standard airbags, electronic stability systems, and strong braking setup. It is hoped that the revised car will be subject to a second round of Euro NCAP in due course. At the 2018 facelift, Ford introduced adaptive cruise control to supplement the above additions. Interior of a 2016 Mustang After you sit in the drivers seat of the Ford Mustang Fastback, you are immediately presented with a collection of American car landmarks: the high dashboard, the wide transmission tunnel, and the details that are a bit clumsy. But despite this last point, it boasts an honest charm, typical of Ford, with a blue-collar appeal, the same appeal that permeates the driving experience and makes you appreciate this car for what it is. It is far from feeling expensive or luxurious, and those looking for soft-touch plastics will have to look elsewhere. In fact, you are more likely to encounter scratched and hard molds first. If cash economy is your priority, then the 5.0-liter V8 Ford Mustang Fastback has running costs that will make for depressing reading. Stick to the manual, and the claimed average fuel consumption is 20.9mpg, so expect a real figure in the teens. The automatic is better, but officially only 23.5mpg. If you mainly do highway driving, you might see a figure of around 25mpg, but it will soon drop once you are in the city. Things are more agreeable with the 2.3-liter Ecoboost, with a claimed average of 35.3mpg with a manual gearbox. However, the automatic is a step down - only 28.8mpg. Facelift cars are slightly better For the updated 2.3-liter Ecoboost Ford claims an average fuel economy of 31.4mpg for the manual and 30.7 for the 10-speed automatic. The 5.0-liter V8 consumption is 22.8, respectively 23.3mpg. Also, note that the V8 will eat through rear tires, thanks to its line lock and launch systems, and replacement rubber for 19-inch wheels does not come cheap. At least there is some good news regarding scheduled maintenance: expect to visit your dealer only every two years or 24,000 miles for a service. If cash economy is your priority, then the 5.0-liter V8 Ford Mustang Fastback has running costs that will make for depressing reading. Stick to the manual, and the claimed average fuel consumption is 20.9mpg, so expect a real figure in the teens. The automatic is better, but officially only 23.5mpg. If you mainly do highway driving, you might see a figure of around 25mpg, but it will soon drop once you are in the city. Things are more agreeable with the 2.3-liter Ecoboost, with a claimed average of 35.3mpg with a manual gearbox. However, the automatic is a step down - only 28.8mpg. Mustang Facelift are slightly better For the updated 2.3-liter Ecoboost Ford claims an average fuel economy of 31.4mpg for the manual and 30.7 for the 10-speed automatic. The 5.0-liter V8 consumption is 22.8, respectively 23.3mpg. Also, note that the V8 will eat through rear tires, thanks to its line lock and launch systems, and replacement rubber for 19-inch wheels does not come cheap. At least there is some good news regarding scheduled maintenance: expect to visit your dealer only every two years or 24,000 km It doesnt really matter which model you buy, the performance offered by the Ford Mustang is impressive, whether you choose the 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine or the 5.0-liter V8. Every European Mustang is equipped with a standard performance package, with advanced brakes (four-piston calipers at the front) and a revised cooling system developed for high-speed driving. You will also find selectable driving modes on board that include Normal, Sport (automatic only), Sport +, Track, and Snow/Wet settings. Track apps, controlled from the steering wheel and displayed between the main instruments, include an accelerometer, a timer, and a brake performance monitor. Performance of the Ford Mustang with 2.3-liter EcoBoost A version of this four-cylinder engine appears in the Ford Focus RS, and here it develops a considerable torque of 317 HP and 434 Nm. Impressive figures, at least on paper, with the peak power figure produced at 5,500 rpm and torque at just 3,000 rpm. It results in relatively lazy performance, and the 2.3-liter manual-engaged Mustang can accelerate from 0-100 km in 5.8 seconds and up to a top speed of 233 km/h. The automatic reaches the same limit On paper, the Ford Mustang Fastback is outperformed by its more established German and Japanese rivals in almost every aspect.
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