2016 Ford Mustang

Change year or vehicle
$6,380 — $44,280 USED Shop local deals
(4.7) 164 reviews
SAVE
2016 Ford Mustang
Compare 5 Trims View Local Inventory
Key Specs
Our Take
Overview
Photos
Reviews
Safety & Recalls
Warranty & CPO
Compare
Back to top
Local Inventory
Compare 5 Trims View Local Inventory

Key Specs

of the 2016 Ford Mustang. Base trim shown.

Our Take

From the Cars.com Vehicle Test Team

The Good

  • Fastback styling
  • Interior quality
  • V-8 and turbo acceleration
  • Handling

The Bad

  • Optional Recaro seats not comfortable
  • Curb weight
  • Very tight backseat

Notable Features of the 2016 Ford Mustang

  • New Sync 3 multimedia system available
  • Choice of three engines, including turbo four-cylinder
  • Independent rear suspension
  • Manual or automatic transmission
  • Rear-wheel drive, limited-slip differential
  • High-performance Shelby GT350, GT350R versions offered

What Is the 2016 Ford Mustang?

The 2016 Ford Mustang is a four-seat sports car that competes with the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger. It's available in coupe and convertible body styles, as well as five trim levels: base, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT and GT Premium. High-performance Shelby GT350 and GT350R versions are also available, and are covered separately.

What's New on the 2016 Ford Mustang?

For 2016, the Ford Mustang can be had with an available black-painted roof and racing stripes, plus Black Accent, California Special and Pony packages. The Ford Sync 3 touchscreen multimedia system is also optional.

How Does the 2016 Ford Mustang Compare to Other Sports Cars?

Completely redesigned in 2015, the Ford Mustang's fresh look and technologies give it an edge over competitors. Additionally, its price range is wide. Compared with the Chevrolet Camaro, the Mustang offers greater visibility and a nicer interior. The Dodge Challenger presents more powerful engines and competitive fuel economy, but isn't available as a convertible. Some unorthodox competitors, such as the Subaru BRZ, Hyundai Genesis coupe and Honda Accord coupe, are comparably priced but don't match the Mustang's performance.

What Features in the 2016 Ford Mustang Are Most Important?

The 2016 Ford Mustang comes standard with a 300-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, six-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The Mustang rides on 17-inch wheels. Additional features include dual exhaust tips, a backup camera, remote keyless entry, a tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control and air conditioning. As required in all new vehicles in this model year, front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are also standard.

Available engines include a 310-hp, turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder and a 435-hp 5.0-liter V-8. A six-speed automatic transmission is optional, as is a spoiler. Interior add-ons include the Sync 3 multimedia system, a navigation system, and heated and ventilated front seats.

Should I buy the 2016 Ford Mustang?

The 2016 Ford Mustang is a stylish fastback coupe or convertible with powerful acceleration from its V-8 and turbo engines. Although interior quality is impressive, its tight backseat and optional Recaro seats do nothing to improve comfort.

Cars.com's Editorial department is your source for automotive news and reviews. In line with Cars.com's long-standing ethics policy, editors and reviewers don't accept gifts or free trips from automakers. The Editorial department is independent of Cars.com's advertising, sales and sponsored content departments.


2016 Ford Mustang Overview

by Cars.com Editors
Vehicle Overview

The 2016 Mustang features retro sheet metal and styling cues. Powertrain options include a 3.7-liter V-6, turbocharged 2.3-... Read More

Which Small-Engine Muscle Car Gets the Best Mileage?

by Brian Normile
Shoppers who choose small-engine muscle cars may have mpg on their minds, so we tested our three contenders to rate their real-world fuel... Read More

2016 Mustang Video

In the recent Cars.com V-8 Muscle Car Challenge, the winner was the Chevrolet Camaro SS. As one of the judges, I was disappointed in the court's decision - so I'm going to make a case for my winner, the 2016 Ford Mustang GT.

View 9 Photos

Latest 2016 Mustang Stories

See all 2016 Ford Mustang articles >

Consumer Reviews

4.7
164 reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.9)
Performance
(4.8)
Interior Design
(4.6)
Comfort
(4.5)
Reliability
(4.7)
Value For The Money
(4.6)

What Drivers Are Saying

(5.0)

Small car but great value

by Mayard Jean from Orlando, FL on October 18, 2018

This Mustang is a great car with many trimm levels. Exterior is updated recently and performanse wise is great as well. However, if your not comfortable with small cars, the interior is tiny and back ... Read full review

(5.0)

My McQueen

by degme2 from Oceanside,CA. on October 15, 2018

I have the V6 3.7 Tweaked with a K&N Typhoon intake and a Flowmaster Exhaust .. Sweet sound fast enough for My kind of driving fun.. Cons Paddle shifter could be more responsive When I click up and ... Read full review

Safety & Recalls

Recalls

The 2016 Ford Mustang currently has 2 recalls

IIHS Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

Based on 2016 Ford Mustang V6

IIHS rates vehicles good, acceptable, marginal, or poor.

Head Restraints and Seats

Dynamic Rating
good
Overall Rear
good
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry
good

Moderate overlap front

Chest
good
Head/Neck
good
Left Leg/Foot
good
Overall Front
good
Restraints
good
Right Leg/Foot
good
Structure/safety cage
good
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit research and communications organization funded by auto insurers.

Manufacturer Warranties

Backed by Ford
New Car Program Benefits

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    36 months / 36,000 miles

  • Powertrain

    60 months / 60,000 miles

  • Roadside Assistance

    60 months / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits

  • Maximum Age/Mileage

    Less than 6 years old/less than 80,000 miles

  • Basic Warranty Terms

    12 months/12,000 miles

  • Powertrain warranty

    7 years/100,000 miles

  • Dealer Certification Required

    172-point inspection

  • Roadside Assistance

    Yes

  • View All Program Details

Have questions about warranties or CPO programs?

See Warranty FAQs or visit the manufacturer's website .

Change Year or Vehicle

Please select a Make

Please select a Model

Please select a Year

Update

All Model Years for the Ford Mustang

0 / 0 0 Photos
0 / 0

Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The Mustang received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*

Third-row access

N/A

Infant seat

N/A

Booster

(second row)

C

Booster

(third row)

N/A

Latch or Latch system

B

Forward-facing convertible

(third row)

N/A

Forward-facing convertible

(second row)

C

Rear-facing convertible

B
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.
For complete details,
read the full report

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

See also the latest CPO incentives by automaker