NEW Ford Mustang--WHAT A CAR!

The 2018 Ford Mustang is more than a mid-cycle refresh. This new Ford Mustang gets a new front end, including bumper, spoiler, grille, LED headlamps, lower hood and fenders. the back gets new tail lamps and rear bumper. The Mustang is no longer sold with a V6 engine, the 2.3L EcoBoost is now the base engine and the 5.0L V8 is still in the GT trim but now with 460hp, on regular gas. The bigger changes happen under the car with the old performance package becoming the new standard suspension and the addition of the Magnaride, magnetic ride control being offered on the EcoBoost and GT models. There is a new 10-speed automatic that delivers mixed results, rather good at getting the power to the rear wheels quickly but this transmission doe not feel precise. The interior can now be equipped with a 12-inch digital instrument cluster and soft-touch centre console but only on the top trim. The addition of Magnaride and a more powerful V8 makes this car a dream to drive.

Zack Spencer
Zach Spencer
Canadian Car Review
Motormouth Canada

[jrvbamafan]

Put the damn transmission in track mode and give it some gas. You're literally the only person I've heard complain about the 10 speed transmission. There's no delay when the pedal is down

[woodywang]

We just got a 2018 ecoboost 10 speed auto. We noticed the shifting when we first got it but after driving it for a while we noticed the sifting is getting better and doesn't seem to hunt for the right gear. After looking into it the transmission learns. It learns how you drive and applies that to the car, specifically the transmission. Overall the 10 speed is more responsive and just faster than the stick at least in the ecoboost and if your like us and in traffic to and from work, its a little more enjoyable than with a clutch car. If we were going to get a 5.0 there's a reason you buy one and that's the power which of course needs the clutch to get the most fun out of it. The ecoboost is a great car in its own right and a great car for someone who has never driven 400+ hp cars before and its a great sports car to learn on.

[Mark---W]

The camera quality is awesome. Also congrats on 100K.

[SHADOWBLACKs]

You can't beat this price of $34, 000 for the base manual transmission GT. I'll take a red one.

[jitterball]

I had the same issue with delayed shifting to the point where I wasn't sure if it was working or not. Then, I realized that there is a solid 1-1 1/2 second delay.

[Raven]

The comment under the title state its makes 460HP on regular gas. Im pretty sure requires 93 octane.

[ZepG]

You nailed it with the manual tranny suggestion. I drive an SVT Focus 6spd 4 banger and I have more fun driving to work than anyone else on the road.

[rkalla]

First time I heard someone criticize the new 10sp - appreciate the honesty!

[MrHavk]

He's comparing it to an M4... wow. For a little over half the money of an M4.

[benhaze]

Excellent review. Interesting to hear about the 10-speed and glad you pointed out the interior trim upgrade with its caveat.

[dsinghr]

under 4 secs ? that's supercar territory !

[KareenLomax]

wait so the touch screen/control center is small in the base model ?? And the only way to get that nice screen is if you get the top model ..

[linchester]

It def evolved from a muscle car to a sports car with that suspension upgrades. And the 10 speed auto is great for city driving. If you are on open roads yes the manual will be nice. The fully decked out GT with 10 speed auto. 12 inch display. Magnet ride, Recaro seats active exhaust option and its 52 grand for almost* similar options found the GT350

[mickgerkinsquirter]

Did the price of the US model go up for 2018 model. Here in Australia where it is also quite popular they have jacked it up by $4, 000. It was already about $64, 000 for the V8 GT here so is nudging $70, 000 which I think is a fair bit higher than the US cars.

[HushTheMyth]

Mustang, Camaro, Challenger, Charger all versions, all great cars...What a great time to be a muscle car fan!

[psulse]

Hell, I wake up the entire block... forget the neighborhoods with my mustang. My name is Chuck and I don't give a Fuc#!

[MisterMikeTexas]

Agreed. The manual is fun! I also love the wicked exhaust!

[bullitt]

Did you have the car in sport mode? My 15 Mustangs transmission shifts much quicker in sport mode

[BorisTerekidi]

Even at $50k CAD it's a great deal.

[jchow]

Nice review Zack. Makes me want to trade in my 16' mustang ecoboost for the 18' GT. But the prices are insane after building one with all the bells and whistles. Well over $50, 000 before taxes! But ever so tempting.