What Changed

The 2013 Mustang wears updated front-end styling. Highlights of the new styling include a larger grille opening and functional heat extractors on the hood. HID headlamps are now standard on the Mustang. LED lighting accents have been added to both the headlamps and taillamps. Power on GT models increases to 420-bhp. The ultimate Mustang, the Shelby GT500 now includes a new supercharged 5.8l V8 engine rated at 650-bhp and 600 lb-ft. of torque. Ford claims a top speed in excess of 200 mph.

Comparison to Prior Model

2013 Ford Mustang 2012 Ford Mustang
2013 Ford Mustang 2012 Ford Mustang
Price Range ($) $22,200 - $54,200 $22,310 - $48,810
Length (in) 188.5 188.1
Wheelbase (in) 107.1 107.1
Width (in) 73.9 73.9
Height (in) 55.8 55.8
Track (in) 62.3 62.0
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 379.2 376.6
Curb Weight (lbs.) 3501-3850 3631-4000
Legroom Total (in.) 72.2 72.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 80.8 83.1
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 13.4 13.4
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • RWD
Engines
  • 3.7l V6 (305-bhp)
  • 5.0l V8 (420-bhp)
  • 5.0l V8 (444-bhp)
  • 5.8l V8 S (650-bhp)
  • 3.7l V6 (305-bhp)
  • 5.0l V8 (412-bhp)
  • 5.0l V8 (444-bhp)
  • 5.4l V8 S (550-bhp)
Transmissions A6, M6 A6, M6
City MPG 15-19 15-19
Highway MPG 24-31 23-31
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