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Ford Mustang S550

Headline trim: Mustang GT 5.0 V8 — 444 bhp, 0-62 in 4.3s.

Verdict
A
BHP
444 bhp
0–60
4.3 s
Top speed
155 mph
MPG
23.0 mpg
Used
£20,000-£40,000

Strengths

  • First officially right-hand-drive Mustang in UK
  • Coyote 5.0 V8 sounds magnificent
  • 2.3 EcoBoost variant cheap to run

Weaknesses

  • Independent rear suspension finally arrived (purists complained)
  • Cabin material quality below European competition
  • LHD-derived RHD conversion shows in places

Notable tech

  • First Mustang with independent rear suspension across range
  • First Mustang officially sold in RHD UK markets
  • MagneRide adaptive damping optional

Common issues

  • MagneRide damper unit failures
  • SYNC 3 infotainment glitches
  • Minor cabin trim rattles
  • Oil consumption on Coyote V8 in some cases