With its rip-roaring powertrain and stealthy style, the 2022 Ford Mustang lives up to its reputation as an American icon. Let’s take a quick look at everything this famous sports coupe has to offer.
What can I expect from the 2022 Ford Mustang?
For 2022, Ford’s famous sports coupe provides a few new appearance packages: the Stealth, Ice White, and Costal Limited. You can add these to the EcoBoost Premium and GT Premium trim models.
The California Special package also returns, boosting the Mustang’s already sleek exterior style with design elements that pay homage to the original 1968 model year.
What’s under these hoods?
Your 2022 Ford Mustang powertrain varies according to trim level. The EcoBoost and EcoBoost Premium models utilize the base engine, a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that combines proficient speed with maximum efficiency, earning up to 25 mpg combined.(https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/PowerSearch.do?action=noform&path=1&year1=2022&year2=2022&make=Ford&baseModel=Mustang&srchtyp=ymm&pageno=1&rowLimit=50)
The GT and GT Premium feature the iconic 5.0-liter V8 engine. If you’re looking to hit a perfect exhaust note (not to mention get up to speed in a flash), this is the engine for you. The Mach 1 models come with a more powerful version of this engine, as well as a few performance upgrades, including Brembo performance brakes.
Every Mustang engine comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission that powers the rear wheels. For a smoother, more comfortable cruise (and a quicker start at the drag strip), you can option any Mustang with the 10-speed automatic transmission.
2022 Ford Mustang engine options:
- EcoBoost: Turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder engine (310 horsepower, 350 lb-ft of torque)
- GT: 5.0L V8 (450 hp, 410 lb-ft)
- Mach 1: 5.0L V8 (470 hp, 410 lb-ft)
- Six-speed manual transmission
- Optional 10-speed automatic transmission
- Launch control
- Independent rear suspension
- Electronic line-lock (for track use only)
Which 2022 Ford Mustang trim model should I choose?
When you’re shopping the Mustang trim models, making the right choice comes down to which features you want and what you’re willing to spend. There are five main options: EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT Premium, and Mach 1. Each Mustang has more to offer, but the extra features come at a slightly higher price.
Apart from their different powertrains, the EcoBoost and the GT are similarly equipped. Both deliver comfortable, cloth-clad seats and a long list of safety systems (including forward collision mitigation and blind-spot monitoring).
The EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium, and Mach 1 models improve cabin comfort and connectivity, adding to the standard lineup with luxuries like leather-trimmed front seats and the SYNC 3 infotainment system. The latter includes an 8-inch central touchscreen and all-encompassing smartphone integration, via Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Is there going to be a 2023 Ford Mustang?
There will indeed be a 2023 Mustang! Although Chevy has plans to shelve the Mustang’s infamous competitor, the Camaro, Ford’s iconic pony car isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.