Test drive: 2005 Ford Mustang V6

High points: Muscle-car demeanor, bargain price
Low points: Some cheap interior bits, optional traction control is a must-have

Detailed specs:

Body styles: 2-dr coupe, convertible
Trim levels: Premium, Deluxe, GT
Availble engines: 4.0 V6, 4.6 V8
Available transmissions: 5-speed manual, 5-speed automatic
Price range: $19,570 - $35,270

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Note: The following specs refer to our test car. Click here for details and pricing information for all Mustang models, courtesy of Edmunds.com.

Test car: 2005 Mustang Deluxe V6 Coupe
Price as tested (including options): $22,055
Engine: 4.0 SOHC liter V6
Output: 210 hp @ 5300 rpm, 240 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Regular fuel: Regular
Transmission: 5-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel-drive

Curb weight: 3300 lbs
Trunk room: 12.3 cu. ft.
EPA fuel economy: 19 MPG city/25 mpg highway
About Cars observed fuel economy: 21.6 MPG

Major standard equipment:
Power windows, locks and mirrors, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, AM/FM stereo w/ CD, tilt-adjustable steering wheel, 16" alloy wheels, delay wipers, 4-wheel disc brakes, split/fold rear seat, cruise control, floor mats

Standard safety equipment:
Weight-sensing passenger airbag, front seat belt pretensioners

Optional safety equipment:
Side airbags, antilock brakes, traction control

IIHS crash test rating: N/A

Warranty:
3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper
3 years/36,000 miles roadside assistance
5 year/unlimited mi. outer body rust-through