2021 Ford Mustang

The Ford Mustang features 10 different models: EcoBoost Fastback, EcoBoost Premium Fastback, EcoBoost Convertible, GT Fastback, EcoBoost Premium Convertible, GT Premium Fastback, GT Premium Convertible, Mach-1, Mach-1 Premium, and Shelby GT500. Topcoats for the bunch include fun shades like Grabber Yellow and Twister Orange, as well as radiant hues like Rapid Red Metallic and Velocity Blue.

The EcoBoost Fastback sets the stage with LED front and rear lamps, dual bright exhaust with polished tips, and a set of 17-inch silver aluminum wheels. Higher trims opt for pony projection lights, a raised decklid spoiler, and over-the-top racing stripes. Models like the Mach-1 further incorporate unique fascias and grilles, while the Shelby GT500 closes out with a carbon-fiber track wing and 20-inch black aluminum wheels.

This vehicle runs with a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Together they produce 310 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. An available High-Performance Package bumps the horsepower to 332.

A 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and a 5.0-liter V-8 is optional. The latter pushes out up to 480 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque. Meanwhile, a 5.2-liter supercharged V-8 and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission return an incredible 760 horsepower and 625 pound-feet of torque.

The rear-wheel-drive Ford Mustang earns up to 21 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway on a single tank of gas. What's more, it comes with unique equipment such as an electronic racing line lock, engine-cooling hood vents, and selectable power-assisted steering. Available amenities include a magnetic damping system, a TORSEN limited-slip rear axle, and five toggle-selectable drive modes: normal, snow/wet, sport, track, and drag strip.

In addition, the Mach-1 suits up with a K-Brace to reduce body roll, along with heavy-duty front springs, an open-air induction system, and enhanced powertrain calibration. The Shelby GT500 concludes the segment with red-painted Brembo brake calipers.

The cabin seats four passengers and accommodates 13.5 cubic feet of trunk cargo space. It also tosses in accent-stitched carpet floor mats, active noise cancellation, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a push-button start. Digital standards range from dual smart-charging USB ports to a six-speaker audio system to a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot.

Upper tiers feature aluminum foot pedals, a heated steering wheel, trim-specific instrument cluster accents, and leather front seats with climate control and driver lumbar support. In terms of entertainment, this model offers an infotainment touch screen, SiriusXM satellite services, and a 12-speaker Bang and Olufsen sound system.

The 2021 Ford Mustang hits the road with a top-notch safety lineup: side-curtain airbags, individual tire pressure monitoring, remote keyless entry, and roadside assistance for five years or 60,000 miles. It also flaunts cutting-edge technologies such as automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, pre-collision assist, and an SOS post-crash alert. Adaptive cruise control, automatic high-beam headlamps, and rain-sensing windshield wipers are up for grabs as well.