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2006 Ford Mustang GT

Since its dramatic 1964 introduction, Ford Mustang has been the icon of
American performance with its bold style, brawny engine and rear-wheel-drive
excitement, earning its place as the top-selling sports car for 19 years
straight. For 2006, Ford is building on the clean-sheet 2005 design by offering
a V-6 "Pony Package," 18-inch wheels on GT models, a pair of new colors and ,
later in the model year, a darker aluminum interior upgrade option.
2006 Mustang GT Photo Gallery |
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Ford Mustang - An Icon of American Performance
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Source: Ford Motor Company | Published: Mon Oct 24, 2005 |
Since its all-new 2005 redesign, Mustang has won dozens of accolades
including "Most Significant Vehicle" from Edmunds.com, "Official Car of Summer"
from Outside magazine as well as listing in AutoWeek's top 10 cars and Ward's
Auto World's 10 best engines.
Mustang is one of the greatest automotive sales success stories of all time.
Nearly one out of every two sports cars sold in America this year has been a
Mustang. The car garnered more than two times as many sales as its closest
competitor in the small specialty segment, which features sports coupes such as
the Pontiac GTO, Nissan 350Z, Chrysler Sebring and Hyundai Tiburon. It's also
America 's best-selling convertible.
For 2006, Ford Mustang will offer customers more customization potential with
the all-new "Pony Package," providing Mustang V-6 customers a GT-inspired
suspension with larger wheels and tires, custom grille with fog lamps and other
enhancements.
Mustang GT customers can now also choose between four different wheel and tire
packages, including two new 18-inch wheels and tires complemented by unique
suspension tuning. In addition, two new Mustang colors – Vista Blue Clearcoat
Metallic and Tungsten Grey Clearcoat Metallic – join the color palette for 2006.
Mustang comes in Standard, Deluxe and Premium packages (Deluxe and Premium only
for GT models) in a choice of coupe or convertible with a V-6 or V-8 engine
mated to a 5-speed manual or automatic transmission. It is built in Flat Rock,
Mich. ...Ford Mustang GT: Page 2
Specifications |
Legend: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission |
Powertrain |
Type |
V8 |
Displacement |
281 cu in (4606 cc) |
Power |
300 hp @
5750 RPM |
Torque |
320 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM |
Redline |
6250 |
Driveline |
Rear Wheel Drive |
Transmission |
5 Speed Manual (Std.) |
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5 Speed
Automatic (Opt.) |
Brakes & Tires |
Brakes Front - Rear |
Ventilated Disc - Ventilated Disc |
Tire Size Front - Rear |
235/55 ZR17
(Std.) |
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235/50 ZR18 (Opt.) |
Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
Length |
187.6 in |
Width |
73.9 in |
Height |
55.4 in |
Curb Weight |
MT: 3488 lbs |
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AT: 3525 lbs |
Performance |
0-60 |
5.2 s (source: Car&Driver) |
1/4 Mile |
n/a |
60-0 Braking |
n/a |
Top Speed |
149 mph (source: Car&Driver) |
Fuel Economy |
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway |
17/25 |
Origin & Price |
Origin |
United States of America |
Base Retail Price (MSRP) |
$25,140 (GT Deluxe Coupe model) |