2022 Ford Shelby GT500

What Is the 2022 Ford Mustang?

The Ford Mustang is a rear-wheel-drive, four-seat sports car that goes head-to-head with the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger. It’s available in coupe and convertible body styles and five main trims: EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT Premium and Mach 1. Besides the Mach 1, the other high-performance Mustang is the Shelby GT500.

The EcoBoost is powered by a 310-horsepower, turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission; a 10-speed automatic is available. The GT comes with a 460-hp, 5.0-liter V-8, and the Mach 1 has a 480-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. The Shelby GT500 is powered by a 760-hp, supercharged 5.2-liter V-8 that works with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

The Mustang coupe offers 17 cubic feet of trunk space, according to Cars.com’s cargo measurements.

What’s New on the 2022 Ford Mustang?

New Stealth, Ice White and Coastal Limited appearance packages are available, but there are no other significant changes this year.

What Features in the 2022 Ford Mustang Are Most Important?

Standard features include:

• 17-inch aluminum wheels
• Manual air conditioning
• Push-button start
• 4G LTE Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required after trial)
• Forward collision warning
• Automatic emergency braking
• Lane-keeping assist
• Blind spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert
• Automatic high-beam headlights

Available features include:

• Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
• Power-adjustable heated and ventilated front seats
• Leather-trimmed seats
• 8-inch touchscreen multimedia system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity
• Navigation
• Rear parking sensors
• Adaptive cruise control

Should I Buy the 2022 Ford Mustang?

The Mustang hits all the right retro buttons for muscle car enthusiasts, and with a wide range of performance options, the venerable pony car is stronger than ever. It delivers style and powerful acceleration — especially with the available V-8 engines. Granted, performance models’ ride is on the firmer side, and the rear seat is best for kids or extra luggage. But when it comes to bang-for-your-buck, the Mustang remains a thrilling choice.