Why you should (probably) buy a NEW Mustang GT
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 มิ.ย. 2024
- The 2021 Ford Mustang GT is a V8, monstrous, icon - that's dying. It's the end of an era - don't expect to see the legendary 5.0L V8 "Coyote" engine much longer with regulations increasingly tightening. In today's in-depth review, I'm going to show you why the Mustang GT is a fantastic car, and why it represents surprisingly good value for money.
Timeline:
00:00 - Introduction
00:41 - Price, Engine and Specs
05:21 - Exterior
07:12 - Exhaust / Engine Sound
08:06 - Interior
13:30 - How it Drives / On the Road
16:11 - Is it Worth It? / Verdict
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What do you think of the Mustang GT?
Objectively, the Stinger is. better car (faster, more practical, safer, more tech), emotionally your point is valid.
Most awesome car on the road today for the money. Ordered my 2021 GT w/PP in June '21!
@@davej1212 Hi Mate, I’m a bit old be be in an internet argument, and you are welcome to believe any stats that suite your argument. On the track days my friends and I have organised at Heathcote (pre lockdowns) with above average drivers. The stinger was a consistent 12.8 sec car the manual mustang was a 13.2 (most were 13.6) , and the auto was a 12.95. Substantially harder to launch consistently. Much to the disappointment of my Mustang friends we agreed the stinger was faster. 2 weeks later the mustang owner put a supercharger on it from Herrods and shut us all up.
I bought one in May and I absolutely love driving it. I was hell bent on the manual,,, until I drove the auto. The 10sp is like riding a sports bike, in that the revs stay in the power band with every shift so they feel much faster than the manual. And yep, the sound is awesome.
@@semyon74 I have a 10 speed 2020 gt mustang. I ran consistent 12.1- 12.5 at the strip. Never lost to a stock stinger. Once you get used to the stangs power and launch no stock stinger can touch it. Stinger is just easier to launch off the line! Traction is the only issue with the stang essentially.
Just bought a 2021 base automatic Mustang GT and I’m still on cloud nine!
Not surprised 🤤
Did you get the base or premium? Or did you get the Performance pack?
Dam and lucky you lol
Same mAn I had manual before this but technology is a great thing these 10r 80 transmissions are awesome fun and faster then the manual but for sure less engagement
@@scottjerden2187 I chose the stick still.. idc if the auto is .4 seconds faster 0-60 and 1 second at the drag strip. But I don't drag race and I like having the power at my disposal with up and down shifting..
Hello Matt, your description of how a new mustang driver reacts is spot on. Only a mustang gt can reach inside a man and pull out that uncanny smile you can't remove from your face when you roll thru the gears with your foot on the floor. I have owned 5 in my life time and itnever stops. The last new Gt I purchased was in 2007 and I am still driving it. That first night out I rolled thru Miami and Miami Beach with the windows down. At a red light Peter Frampon singing "do you feel like I do" played and i broadcast it over the Shaker1000 system. Smilled the whole night just like you described. A mustang is the kind of car you are sad when when you arrive at home because the drive is over. Anyone who says different has probably never driven one or they prefer a Prius.
The 10 speed auto for this car is great but I have zero regrets going for the 3 pedals, its so much fun. I also opted against the Recaros, sacrificing the heated and cooled standard seats was too much for me!
Same. Heated and cooled is too good to let go. The factory seats are great.
The steering wheel is on the wrong side…
I LOVE YOUR REVIEWS, Matt.
Have a big smile on my face as I'm picking bits and pieces of info all through the video
I've had my 2020 for nearly a year and if i put it in sport mode.. it still scares me. Outside fo that, it does exactly what i want it to do, sounds amazing, and the view from it is great. For me there is not a more perfect car out there period.
Hi Matt - big fan of your videos as always and great to see you've hit 10k subs. Agreed with pretty much all of your points, and thought I'd share my (long-term) views as an owner of a 2019 GT manual (back when dealers were actually desperately trying to flog them for under 60k driveaway):
1. I'd disagree with the Magnaride - did quite a few test drives with and without it, and settled on no magnaride. To me, the magnaride was either too stiff or too boaty between the different settings and added unnecessary (IMO) complexity for no real benefit. The stock springs felt much more of a happy medium for compliance and body control. Not to mention you're free to swap to aftermarket coils without feeling like you wasted $2.75k should you be so inclined.
2. Agree on Recaros - definitely not worth the extra $3k on the already excellent sports seats. Not to mention you lose heated seats by choosing the Recaros - probably doesn't matter for some but worth it in places like Melbourne.
3. The short shift kit from Ford is a must IMO - from memory it was $850 fitted and I had it included as part of the overall negotiation. Stock is already pretty good but the kit makes it feel rifle bolt precise - kinda like a much heavier version of an MX-5 shifter. Really makes changing gears a joy.
3. Really wish they gave us the option of 3.73 rear gears (like in the US) rather than just 3.55. You probably noticed that the gears in the manual are looooooonnngggg. 1st goes to 87kph and 2nd goes to 133kph (!) so you only rarely get to experience the full rev range on the road, which is a shame given how rev happy the engine is. Also makes 2nd gear pulls feel less punchy than it should for the power. This is where the 10AT has a big benefit - the much tighter ratios means you get to exploit the full rev range much more often.
4. Underneath the boot there is actually a cutout for a space saver spare, but Ford want to charge you $850 for the privilege of getting a tyre and jack. Pure BS.
5. Minor thing but you can actually change the display inside the tachometer to show what gear you're in rather than RPMs - much more useful I think. This is only possible in 2019+ models.
I've had my 2018 mustang gt for 6 months now and that feeling doesn't go away
Picked up my Base GT PP 2 weeks ago. A fantastic car
You literally took the words right out of my mouth, Mustang is so common, it's like, ohh another Mustang, I only notice them, because of the exhaust note, I own a 2018 Kia Stinger GT, and now 3 years later, it's still extremely rare on our Aussie roads.
Stingers are quite common now
This is actually one of the largest reasons why Ford has never paused/stopped production of the mustang.
The stinger is extremely popular among potential stang owners, along with the Lexus RC F or Audi s5. I went with the mustang because it looks sexier, has way more aftermarket potential, and is way more unique if you look past the beltline while passing by one at a light. Almost no two mustangs are alike because of the clientele they attract.
I’ve had my gt for a year now best year driving I’ve ever had v8 baby
Love the review, can't wait to get my 2022 model in April 🤗
Nice vid mate! Yep I love my GT! Just quick one buddy, the 6spd isn’t a tremec, it’s the Chinese built MT82.
Thanks mate!
I was going to say the same thing. He doesn't know much about the car.
Nice work bro
I have a 2020 GT manual with the PP1 it's my everyday car and I love it
Loving my 5.0.. after having 2 v6 mustangs to hear the rumble and scream of a v8 is incredible
That is my dream car, keep up the great vids
first time I've watched one of your reviews/vids mate.....
awesome stuff. I subscribed! hopefully the same viewing continues . i like how you point out the things you should in the mustang not silly features that the typical robotic jouno's do and embracing the sound if the v8 on numerous occasions. catch you on the next one legend.
Great vid Matt, I just ordered one! Agree too, I will be driving the stick on nothing but 'track' mode when everything has gone EV. A keeper!
nice review matt.. the mustang GT is great the RSPEC is even better.. but still gotta love the Aussie Falcon!
Fantastic review I like how you drive it like you mean it or give it the old sauce the lovely V8 sound track.wating for a update review on sangyoung chairman (Limo)
Footage corrupted for the SsangYong! Have to wait for it to return from Tassie 😔
2019 base GT manual for me and it’s wonderful.
What you have said is so true
I have a rapid red 2021 gt auto and does it pull when you put the pedal down, it just doesn’t stop going hard
And the sound is very beautiful to hear from the v8
Put the Shelby front end and bonnet on
Looks 100% better now
Awesome review mate, had me laughing..."give it some sauce" 🤣
Love your reviews man, especially the mustang and gr yaris. You should try to get your hands on a Mustang Bullitt because they are way way way beter than even a fully optioned out mustang gt and are my absolute favourite car
Thanks Henry! Getting more Mustangs in future, watch this space 🙂
@@CarSauce A ‘65 Mustang? 😉
Picked up a brand new 2022 has 200ks on it all me and i love everything about the new mustang (owned a 2017 prior) definitely worth the upgrade to those who may be in a slightly older one as well
Just bought the same car in black with white stripes, amazing car and amazing ride. Actually I did choose it over stinger GT because of V8. Can you confirm if the transmission these ones have is tremec and not MT82 like the one in states ?
Congratulations!! It is not the Tremec! I got it wrong sorry 😔
Enjoyed the video Matt, I'm a real fan of the Mustang. Just listening to your commentary, sounds like you might like Superchargers and possibly GT500s? Let me know if you're ever planning to visit NZ and if you haven't driven a new one I'll hook you up with drive of a CFTP (sorry, no stripes!). I'd love to see that video! Cheers, Grant
what would be the reason for not having the shelby as an option (new models) in Australia
I love this review. I would have watched it at least 5 times now.
I'm looking to buy a car in the next few months and I'm down to either a Mustang or Audi RS5. The Audi is more than double the price and I'm slightly leaning towards it, but could really go either way and it may come down to the fact that the RS5 are actually in stock, whereas I'm hearing rumours that a new Mustang may be a year away.
Thoughts?
Go Mustang I reckon, RS5 is awesome but the AWD really takes away from the fun in everything other than a straight line 😁
You could wait, but I wouldn’t - by the time it’s announced, arrives in dealers, and then sold, it’s probably going to be 2 years. That’s a long time!
Thanks for watching 😊
Is it really the Tremec in AU? B/c in the states we're still limited to the Getrag in the GT.
It's not! I was wrong - it's the Getrag
So this is absolutly a car I want to have!!! But luckyly I have one. I enjoy it sinc three years and I never regret!
13:15 do you take passengers in the rear often?
Really enjoy your reviews. Well Done! It is overpriced in South Africa. More of a Fashion Statement here. But I can't deny how good it looks.
Thanks!
Hey Matt how do you compare this to the stinger gt
I can't stop watching mustang videos. I ordered a white GT 2021 premium with the 401apackage with the black accent package with a black roof and the active valve exhaust and red and black interior on the white. It's killing me because I have to wait 90 days. I already ordered the clear euro tail lights for it and the h pipe to replace the resonator. I upgraded to the automatic. The manual's nice but they've been having a lot of problems out of it and it cannot keep up with that automatic.
Let me know when your car arrives because my girlfriend wants to get one but I tell her to order it instead. I just want to know how many days it exactly takes
@@mokokoco4720, unfortunately I had to back out the deal. Because they wanted to tack on a whole extra month for production. And I'm not willing to wait that long I've already waited 3 months. Ford performance contact to me production date was supposed to be September 13th now they're saying it won't be until October 13th. I found a better deal I got a 2020 with 1400 mi ebony magnetic with the performance pack and the 401A package cheaper than what I was going to pay for the 2021 with a non-performance package.
@@TheManhu01 You’re lucky to be able to even get a low mileage second hand for the right price.
Here in the US, because of the shortages, preowned already reached msrp prices.
And the auto is a great choice as it is able to use the 5.0L torque curve on acceleration more efficiently. A10 lets the Mustang on par with more expensive performance vehicles.
I have the manual and it shifts smoothly. Those who are saying the it is problematic just don’t have finesse. It’s the dual mass flywheel at high rpm shifting is the problem if you ask me.
I do share the sentiments of the presenter when it comes to the m/t. It’ll be rarer in the future and it is more engaging.
I relate a lot man. We are on the same boat, I'm getting one on 30 days and I it seems like forever... This is car is on another lvl, definitely one of the best cars made!
Is this the 10 speed auto that's in a Class Action ? Is the manual transmission in a similar action too ?
7:20, you've earned a subscriber!
looking at getting a 2019 auto has anyone had any issues with the engine ticking/ rod knock sound and trans shift problems in australian delivered cars
The interior quality is to shave costs from the pricetag. And the center console cup holders location is unchanged from the US version.
You mentioned Tramec transmission ? Did they put that back after the flaws on the MT82 Getrag transmission ? I thought they only put it back into the Mach 1
No it's the mt82. He doesn't know what he's talking about.
Man, making me want one. Definitely sad if they halt the production of the GT
How do you deal with the revhang this car has which makes quick upshifts jerky.
None in mine. Never heard of it.
Very well done and accurate review sir. To me the interior is plenty nice for the price point. The coyote is a high feature engine and that’s where quite a bit of the money goes.
The coyote does really well with boost. I have owned my supercharged 17 GT for 5 years. It has been a great car.
Is it a mustang mach1? why do you say it's a tremec? isn't MT82 in GTs anymore?
Hi Matt, you kept calling it a tremec... I thought only the mach 1 was coming with the sweet tremec and standard GTs were coming with the old Getrag MT82 6 speed manual transmission??
Yep I think I was supremely wrong there, everything else I stand by 😜
@@CarSauce Ha just for a minute I got my hopes up
IDK about over there but here in the States the GT comes with the MT82 trans.
iv found in my gt v8 sport plus with race track exhaust is amazing in uk roads
I am waiting for my 22gt in grabber blue eta to be here in December $81800 with magna ride suspension ceramic tints gt spoiler and mats not sure if this is a good price buying from bremer Ford
Was tempted a while back, but it’s just too darn popular now…so many on the road. Holding out for the new Z which will most likely become just as popular, but should have a while before it builds …hoping you review that one when it comes out
Who cares about how many are on the road? What does that have to do with the one you own?
Yeah, but that's not a real muscle car.
I'd upgrade from my Ford FPV Pursuit for one of these, but they're a bit same samey still love a ford 8
Pretty sure Mustangs 6 speed is the Getrag MT-82, the Tremec comes in the Mach1's, GT350's etc. Big difference between the two.
What color Is this?
Tremic is only in the mach 1
So I shouldn’t buy this 2019 mustang Gt premium with 6k miles for 40k?
I wanted a Kia Stinger, just ask my boyfriend how much I cried over wanting one but couldn't justify the price given that I wound have it financed, and didn't want to put us in 70k worth of debt. But in saying that, I hated the display screen in the Stinger, found it weird and clunky and just kind of felt like an ipad was placed there. However, having a family member that works at Ford I get a nice discount. So yesterday I placed my order on my 2021 GT Fastback and I can't effing wait to get it!! Much prefer the layout and interior in the GT over the Stinger any day of the week, being a Falcon girl myself 😁
I have a family member that works at ford too. What type of discount does family get?
Young idiots financing a car 🤦♂️
Unfortunately the convertible only comes in auto, which is a dam shame cos well I love mine just a pity it doesn't come as an option. And yes having the roof down only enhances the sound. I do love mine!!
I just ordered my mischievous purple 22 gt pp1
If I wasn’t towing around Oz in a ranger I would get one before there gone just like U said 😎
It's nice to see that luka has a part time job.
Can't decide between velocity blue or twister orange....
Ooft the blue I stunning but the orange 🥺
@@CarSauce do you mean you love or hate the orange?!
Please do a Ford Mustang GT 2021 vs Kia Stinger GT comparison! Please.
I wish people wouldnt keep comparing them like they are equivalent, the stinger is a 4 door GT car and the Mustang is a 2 door muscle car.
I'll look into it!
@@francistaylor1822 I understand your point. However, similar price tag makes it a fair comment to make. I myself have looked at both the Mustang and Stinger recently when considering which to buy. I agree they are very different, the Mustang being the large engine, the Stinger having a much nicer european-style interior. It comes down to needs vs wants. I needed a 4 door comfortable 'everyday' car, but I wanted a mustang...... and hard not to compare when the price is similar.
@@Chabobox1 I understand what you are saying, but its really frustrating to try to choose a car when people compare the stinger vs mustang or Audi S5 or something either a different type of car or a way different price category.
I do wish the stinger sounded like the mustang though!
Yep. And so many owners are selling them here in Australia . lol
I can't imagine life without my Focus ST (a different type of driving, to be sure), but I do really love the Mustang. Having said, if I get one I'll have to give up having a manual just so that my wife would be able to drive it & help speak to some of the parking issues we have at the house. Not a major sacrifice, but even as a relatively long distance commuter (one hour to and one hour from my office) I just like shifting and being really engaged in the act of driving. I love driving fast (when appropriate), but in a very careful manner (not zipping through people or scaring anyone).
Also (not flaming, serious question), is there something inherent about the way the Mustang puts down its power that has anything to do with all of the Mustang wreck videos, or is all of that just because of immature jackasses with access to too much torque and horses?
From what I have seen it’s that the mustang gt might be too affordable and as a result a lot of people buy them. A lot of inexperienced people that probably never owned or driven sports car, which is why they end crashing it into crowds because they are trying to show off but don’t know how to drive the damn thing.
@@tomdubois3062 - aye, that makes a ton of sense, Tom! I know it's a pretty low-level question, it's just not my specific scene! Cheers my friend.
Bouta by a shelby gt500 for my birthday in march then trade it for the 2023 when it drops 💪🏿
I’d go with a used low mileage 15-18 to save a lot of money. V8,V6,auto,manual,etc is up to preference, these mustangs in my opinion are very well built overall with all pros and cons considered
Don't get a pre '18 mate. There's just so much goodness in the 18+.
the older ones are more likely to be abused and will cost you more in the long run to service and maintain. the newer manuals have the auto rev-match downshift, which enhances the driving experience. maybe wait out til the new 2024 one comes out
minus the stripe this is exactly how i ordered mine. you aren't making the wait any easier :D
You can also get the black package where all badging is black. I have Ruby red with black wheels, black badging, black tints and is lowered. Looks sick!
Really good review. Especially the part about getting emotional about losing the V8's and, likely, all the ICE's altogether. I just ordered my first, Mustang, in part, exactly because they are going away in the not too distant future- 2023 Mustang GT Premium with the Performance pack in Rapid Red (in the USA). EV's, IMO, are not the final answer as they also hurt the earth (for one EV battery, it takes 500,00 pounds of earth?) Strip mining? That's how we'll save the planet??? I'm wondering if we're going to be exchanging one type of pollution another. We'll see.
EVs are a scam.
Wait the Australian GT comes with the Tremec and not the MT 82? ARE YOU SURE?
he messed up
I would think that if Ford adapted the car for other markets they could have flipped the style of the center console. Saving money I guess. B
Try a 6th gen Camaro SS. Then have a comparison on driving dynamics. Both great fun cars. But I beg to differ on best in price point.
Camaro is the better out of the box car for handling no doubt.
The coyote Mustang is much better if you want to make 700+ wheel HP reliably without opening up the motor.
Ps its illegal for 2 doors to have electric recline on the seats for saftey or rear passangers
Oh really?! Never knew!
Are you saying the seats on the new BMW M4 are illegal?
@@drj7115 maybe they have some sort of manual over ride. But its a legal requirement that they have to be able to be manually released from the rear
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Look at 1.30
Idk the easiest way I can tell it’s a v8 is the beautiful sound.
Imma get a lot of hate for this but team automatic ✌️
Sorry the exhaust doesn't sound phenomenal. It sounds nice in the cab because of the engine noises. With a proper exhaust system though they do sound the goods.
Awesome car
Totally agree
How about the GT vs speed bumps?
It's fine. They're not that low so all good, and the distance from the front wheels to the spliiter isn't far, so no scraping in and out of driveways
Good for speed bumps I take them at 15mph around my neighborhood. The car sits high, but when you get into the car you are seated low.
My God you all pay a lot in Australia. Kranky!
Pretty sure the gearbox is a Getrag :) The GT350 and the Mach 1 have Tremecs.
yea, he made a mistake there
But why look constipated every time you change a gear?
Didn’t it only get 2/3 stars out of 5 safety rating? That combined with the obvious tendency of drivers to fang it, as you did, makes it less desirable from a safety perspective surely? Or do you disregard ANCAP as largely irrelevant as some other commentators do? I’m genuinely interested as considering the purchase of a manual forever car right now!
Yes James, didn't do great. I don't disregard it, but I'm also genuinely becoming a little "meh" about it. For example, my old Ford Falcon - a 2013 EcoLPI - was awarded 5 stars in 2012. However, now it would get around 2 stars because crash protection is good, but it doesn't have all the latest safety tech or the airbag between passenger and driver that is now needed for 5 stars. Certainly should and could do better, but I think it's still safe relatively speaking!
@@CarSauce Yes lack of some avoidance technology like automatic brakes was part of it, but kiddie protection, full frontal collision (perhaps related to the RhD conversion?) and whiplash protection was subpar. I want to like it but a high performance car really should rate higher surely. And looking at you tube, mustangs do seem to crash a lot!
@@jashugg I don't think they are crashing a lot, there are a lot of them out there.
@@francistaylor1822 hardly scientific but still…
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Last time I checked Barina had 5 stars. Maybe that suits you more
Its an mt82 thats in the mustang gt not the tremic sir
STINGER OR MUSTANG What’s your pick?
Stinger as a daily, Mustang as a weekender 😁
Depends on your height and build I'm 6.2 96kg have had a succession of falcons and commodores .I found the stinger being a low slung car it's hard to climb in and out tried the Mustang 🐎 it's easier to climb in and out .At a Kia dealer ship I found the Cerato GT was easier climb n out Cerato is not low slung
definitely the Mustang, it’s the emotional ride and, well it’s “ the vibe” of the thing
Number 1
Mach 1 or rspec best mustang in aus anyway
GT is Getrag. March 1 is Tremec
Tossing between the Nissan Z and the
V 8.
depends if you want a pure muscle car, or want a JDM car with better handling and steering? Both are fine choices
kinda odd that you think the V8 is going away considering ford just brought back old school pushrod 7.3L that has awesome potential and the bronco raptor is coming that will have a V8. oh and why would Ford produce an all new V8 for the GT500 if the V8 is going away.
The V8 is clearly not disappearing anytime soon. What is obvious is the ecoboost engines will likely start getting replaced with electric motors.
The Mach-E IS NOT the future of the mustang. It is simply an added model to the mustang lineup. just like what porsche, Ferrari, jaguar, lambergini, and others have done with their sports car line ups.
Companies will still produce V8s for the time being, but they will 100000% become more and more rare as countries ban the sale of ICE cars by the end of the decade. Mercedes is a good example, bye bye 8 cyl hello hybrid 4 cyl. Same with Volkswagen / Audi who have completely stopped all r&d of combustion engines. 8 cylinders are dying, and it’s sad
@@CarSauce yes V8s are dying but not to vehicles that are Iconic with V8's.
Ford, Chevy, and Dodge are most certainly not dropping V8 production in their high performance vehicles anytime soon.
Audi and Volkswagen were never popular for their V8's except for the R8 which doesn't sale all that great anyways.
I don't know about that. I got my 5.0 this year, A 2020 and am concerned that the vehicle Manufactures are not gonna have a choice but to comply or get into a new business.. A lot of politics here, if Trump wins in 2024 it might buy us 4 more years.
Sad Truth is that car culture is not what it was and I don't see the next Generation Caring about v8s
Did he really just say the Mt 82 is better than the 10 speed automatic ... If it was the tremec then yeah but no the mt82 sucks bad
Opps the put the steering wheel on the wrong side!
*read title*
Me: IM TRYINGGGG!!!!
Doesnt have a tremec trans
70k in America we can get a Shelby gt500 or 350r
Not a Tremec.
Love it but guys for the love of god buy used and put the rest to retirement. You need to save more than 30% per cheques that extra 20k would compound immensely in 20-30 years.
Ford has done such a lazy job converting to RHD. That centre console is all wrong. The hand brake and cup holders were not converted from LHD cars. Imagine attempting to use the console with the cup holders at your left elbow. A manual work be even worse! None of the switch gear has been converted. I would not buy one for the reason.
Big and heavy? In the US, it's a mid-size car.
Us Yanks don't get a Tremec shifter dude
Damn cool car for sure... but the 5.0 badge and windows were really dirty! Might be worth washing a car before reviewing it. 😅