3 Reasons Why the 2016 Mustang v6 is a Good Car

The v6 mustang is probably the most hated variant of the mustang. It is a car common among non-petrol heads, the most commonly “riced” trim of the mustang, and worst of all lacks ford’s signature 5.0 coyote v8. However, if you push all these superficial beliefs aside and view the car without bias, the v6 mustang isn’t as bad as others would lead you to believe.

Reason 1: The motor
The 2015/16 v6 mustang is equipped with a 3.7 liter “Cyclone” v6 that produces 305 hp at 6,500 rpm’s and 280 lb/ft or torque at the 4,000 rpm mark. Now, these numbers aren’t staggering, but 305 hp is plenty to have some fun on the street and on twisty back roads. The engine likes to be revved out, and it doesn’t sound that bad for what it is. If you ever want more power, there are several performance modifications available in the aftermarket.

Reason 2: The handling
Now, you’ve probably already heard people making a big deal out of the independent rear suspension, but it does really change the handling characteristic of the car. The last generation of mustangs had the “straight line performance” suited solid rear axle, which hindered cornering and bump stability in turns. Now the new suspension is available on all trims of the mustang. This turns the v6 from being an okay sports car for the money to being a quite formidable one. The v6 also has access to the steering feel modes available on the v6 and GT. There is normal, sport and comfort. This allows the v6 to be a more well rounded car for the money.

Reason 3: It’s nicely equipped, and the interior has been greatly improved
For a base model Mustang, I have to say that the interior is a very nice place to be. There are various areas that have leather trim, including the wheel, shift knob, and center console. Now, there are plastics, but ford has done a great job at making them feel very solid. The fake carbon fiber dash trim feels and looks very premium, the center display buttons have a solid feel to them, then the volume and climate control dials feel very sturdy. The car has a reverse camera as a standard feature, with steering guidance on the display. The car is equipped with nicely bolstered cloth seats that do a great job of keeping you secure while pushing G’s. The interior is definitely better than the last gen’s base, and is miles ahead of the plastic steering wheels from the 2004-5 v6 mustangs. Now, onto the drivers display screen located in the gauge cluster. Along with the dynamic steering feel, the v6 is equipped with the track apps feature. This includes all the features on the GT, except for the line lock burnout assist and launch control. You also have all the various digital gauges for oil temp, tire pressure, and other engine stats, and there is the fuel economy bar. Then you also have blue tooth and wired connections for iPods and smart phones.

Reason 3 continued
This is also the first mustang to feature a flappy paddle gear box, but if I were you i’d stick with the manual. I tried out the auto in a rental car back when a rental car depot messed up our order on a camry, and it is a dull experience. Yes, you get to shift through the gears and the response is quick, but the manual adds a whole new layer of fun to the car.

The 2015 Mustang v6 is a practical, 305 hp, RWD, manual sports car that you can pick up for under $25,000. Of course there are the other v6 muscle cars that you can look at, but the mustang really won me over with its new platform and gorgeous styling. However, it is a simple matter of fact that the v6 is going out of style. The introduction of the inline 4 turbo Eco-Boost motor turned a majority of the non-GT mustang enthusiasts away from the 6 cylinder. The eco boost is much easier to modify, with plenty of options for power in the aftermarket. While it’s not a fact, 2016 may as well be the last year of the 3.7-liter Mustang, unless rental car fleets refuse to take in eco boosts.