2025 Ford Mustang Review

2025 Ford Expedition Trims and Performance Features

The 2025 Ford Mustang lineup blends iconic performance with modern engineering, offering a range of trims that let drivers choose the exact mix of power, control, and efficiency they crave. The EcoBoost sets the tone for the lineup with a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 315 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, it delivers responsive acceleration and refined balance, making it ideal for daily driving or weekend cruising. Despite its punchy output, the EcoBoost manages impressive fuel economy for a performance coupe—earning up to 22 MPG city and 33 MPG highway—proving that power and practicality can coexist. The EcoBoost Premium builds on that momentum with the same turbocharged engine but refines the driving experience with selectable drive modes, enhanced suspension tuning, and performance brakes. This trim adds steering feel calibration and electronic stability improvements that make cornering tighter and more confident. Its combined fuel economy remains efficient—around 26 MPG overall—while offering a livelier throttle response thanks to optimized boost control. For drivers who want performance with comfort and control, the EcoBoost Premium offers an ideal midpoint in the lineup. Stepping up to V8 power, the GT introduces the legendary 5.0-liter Coyote V8, now tuned to 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. It’s available with either a 10-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission with rev-matching, giving enthusiasts the thrill of classic Mustang performance with modern precision. The GT accelerates from 0–60 MPH in just over 4 seconds and maintains a fuel-economy rating of approximately 15 MPG city and 24 MPG highway for automatic models. Its dual intake and dual throttle-body design enhance airflow and response, while available Brembo® brakes and a Performance Package add serious track-ready control. The GT Premium takes that same raw power and adds sophistication, featuring optional MagneRide® Damping System, upgraded brakes, and refined chassis tuning that enhance ride comfort without sacrificing handling. The 5.0L V8 remains standard and delivers identical output but can be optioned with active exhaust for customizable sound profiles—from quiet commutes to track-day roars. At the top of the lineup, the Dark Horse represents the most performance-oriented Mustang ever built for the street. Powered by a track-tuned version of the 5.0L Coyote V8 producing 500 horsepower and 418 lb-ft of torque, it’s paired with a 6-speed Tremec® manual or 10-speed automatic for those who demand precision control. Upgraded cooling systems, a strengthened rear axle, and aero-optimized bodywork enhance stability at high speed. Despite its focus on performance, the Dark Horse still returns a respectable 14–22 MPG depending on driving mode and transmission. This trim represents the pinnacle of Mustang engineering—built for drivers who demand power, precision, and presence in every mile.