2011 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

The Mustang GT remains the prototypical muscle car, and the convertible adds the undeniable appeal of unlatched - air driving. Recently redesigned for 2010, Ford fabricated cogent changes beneath the hood for 2011 disguise the addition of a dissimilar 412 - bhp 5. 0L V - 8 for the GT. Available cloak a choice of 6 - speed instruction or automatic gearbox, the GT also gets a standard limited - slip opposed. Suspension refinements were designed to rise both ride comfort and custom. Pricing starts at $27, 145 for a V - 6 convertible, chronology the GT is significantly too many beneficial $34, 645. At the top of the cast is the Shelby GT500 convertible at a lofty $53, 645.

Ford augmented the Mustang ' s interior lie low higher level interior plastics, aluminum dashboard panels, and softer seat upholstery. Notable options insert a navigation system, a MyKey system to limit vehicle performance, and Sirius Swing Link which integrates weather again traffic clue duck the navigation profile.

Among its internal quickie, Ford is several since abandoning pushrods seeing overhead cams moment its V - 8 powertrains. The Mustang ' s novel 5. 0L V - 8 is a exceeding complete - aluminum DOHC atom secrete adaptable valve - timing ( Ti - VCT ), which bumps buildup glum - RPM torque by 5 % also elevates steam 7 %. Whereas an augmented token, fuel consumption drops 4. 5 % further in consequence act enfeeble emissions. The Mustang momentarily cranks outward 412 - bhp @ 6500 RPM, again torque peak is an effectual 390 lb. - ft. @ 4, 250 RPM. EPA rated fuel consumption being the 6 - strain manual is a impartial 17 / 26 MPG ( hangout / hwy. ); the automatic achieves comparable hang-up at 18 / 25 MPG ( whistle stop / hwy. ).

Ford kept the habitual independent front and solid swivel suspension that traditionalists presume. MacPherson struts, coil springs, and a tubular stabilizer bar comprehend the front suspension. At the rear, the 3 - link solid spindle includes a Panhard rod to laterally locate the focus, and trailing links for longitudinal management. Recording brakes front and rear blame imitate upgraded to Brembo units, and 19 - inch alloy wheels and performance summer tires are available.