Mustang History: 2017

The 2017 Mustang hasn't changed much since its introduction as a 2015 model. A revised Mustang is set to be introduced for the 2018 model year, with freshened styling, updated technology and improved performance.

The 2017 Mustang offers a choice of four engines. The EcoBoost 2.3-liter four-cylinder uses a twin-scroll turbo and direct injection, to make an entertaining 310 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque. That's more than the V8 of not long ago.

Even though the 3.7-liter V6 makes a solid 300 horsepower, it's not treated with any fanfare by Ford.

The 5.0-liter V8 has 435 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque, more than expected from a 5.0-liter. The Mustang GT can shoot to 60 miles per hour in 4.5 seconds and reach 155 miles per hour.

Then of course there's the Shelby GT350, with a 5.2-liter V8 that runs in rarified air. 

The four-cylinder EcoBoost gets the best mileage with an EPA-rated 21/30 mpg City/Highway, or 24 miles per gallon Combined, with a manual transmission. The convertible and automatic get 1 mpg less on the EPA Combined city and highway rating. The V6 gets 18/27/21 mpg City/Highway/Combined with either the automatic or manual. The V8 rates 15/25/18 mpg with either transmission. The Shelby GT350 scores 14/21/16 mpg. 

Engines

• 3.7L V6 300HP 280 lb-ft torque
• 2.3L I4 310HP 320 lb-ft torque
• 5.0L V8 435HP 400 lb-ft torque
• 5.2L V8 526HP 429 lb-ft torque

Pricing

• V6: $24,645
• V6 Convertible: $30,145
• EcoBoost: $25,645
• EcoBoost Convertible: $35,145
• GT: $32,645
• GT Premium: $36,645
• GT Premium Convertible: $42,145
• Shelby GT350: $54,295

Production

• Total: 120,800