Ford Mustang 2025 review - Australia:: S650 GT V8 Fastback

[@phithemopar]

I got my mustang in 2022 and I had never driven a mustang until I left the showroom in my mustang they are great to drive sound amazing fun on a mountain Road I need the manual is the most fun and engaging to drive

[@user-gk1nt6sm2z]

Nothing like a v8 smile

[@petercrawford3370]

Especially at 5.0L, that size and configuration seems to have quite a specific note to the rumble, for both Ford and Chevy.

[@mvnorsel6354]

You certainly pay for it.😅

[@petercrawford3370]

Gotta admit, that sounds so sweet. And the tech inside is very impressive. For many this is probably the only true ICE muscle car that you'd want, within the sub-A$100K range. Not for me though, I think if I was going after muscle, I'd go for the Hyundai Ioniq-5N. Sacrilege? ...maybe but I'm a techie geek and the 5N does it for me.

[@videowilliams]

WANT!! Because you remind me of the thrill and fun of fanging round the U.S.A. in an also metallic blue '85 GT.

[@therightcar]

Love that! 🙏

[@theboofin]

Am in the middle of a four day 2022 convertible hire and OMG what a fun drive. First convertible, first V8. Geez, a surprisingly easy drive and so much fun. BUT, quite terrifying in Sports + mode though. As fast as I ever could wish for... I must admit, I very much prefer the more classic twin dials in front of the driver compared to this continuous computer screen on the 2025. That does not feel very muscle car to me at all. Also the lack of chunky mode switches and the like on this 2025 version. My car felt a little like being in an aircraft cockpit - this current model looks more like a Hyundai Kona to me. Overall, a car that makes life better... Every trip.

[@soniagilbert4737]

You can get a spare tyre as an accessory. I looked at the other options but I wanted a rear wheel drive, manual car and the V8 sealed the deal. I am actually upgrading from an MX5 which I love.

[@jessicaphoenix1312]

Gotta love those Mustang V8 PETROL engines, right mate? How bout those vents in the BONNET and that space in the BOOT! I won't talk wings bc I don't want to confuse which part of the car we're talking about. Maybe I should get a right-hand drive model. That would really be something in The States.

[@wadeayoub9799]

@therightcar regarding the steering wheel, there is a button on the steering wheel with a steering wheel symbol on it, you press this & you can adjust your steering in 3 different types.

[@therightcar]

Yeah, I didn't like it.

[@MrJuninho11]

All the features on the new Mustang I already have on my 2020 model. I think I'll stick with the good ol s550 for few more years

[@rabidsminions2079]

Great review, looks like an awesome car.

[@jimbinder7472]

I l Just found your var review channel and you are very good at what you do. You are very thorough and you go through everything I would need to know about a car. My only suggestion is that you put USA figures on the screen also (mph,mpg ) other then that you are fantastic.

[@mytrisvr4]

Have one on order got built last week, serious keen to get it in my drive way. My wife has a new BRZ, I would agree its a wicked alternative also funny enough, I sold my modified abarth 124 (italian mx5) for my stang. My wife and myself hit all 3 of your recommendations.

[@operationgetthugs232]

Bogan couple.

[@mytrisvr4]

@@operationgetthugs232 hahah well if shoe fits..

[@rubyred8845]

Finally a Ford I like The V8 version only.

[@arno7303]

yaeh same. but if someone put earmuffs on and got you to do a backroad blast through some twisties then cruise home and put around suburbia you would choose the ecoboost. BUt yeah, def, still the V8 easy

[@theboofin]

@@arno7303 You can feel the eight in your butt. Not just sound.

[@arno7303]

@@theboofin yeah thats true. I had an ecoboost back in 2016 and threw everything at it. it was better than any GT i drove through windy roads, torque was insane. absolutely insane. I had a turbo, tune, E30, exhaust, intercooler, intake.. around 380hp at the wheels (safe tune due to the blocks grenading lol) and torque was around 460 ft-lb. but you didnt have that V8 feel under the but, the engine vibration the growl. I only ended up selling it because i became parandoid it was going to grendade itself each time i mashed the throttle haha

[@stewart-D]

Pain in the arse as a daily driver, fun at a track day

[@therightcar]

I don’t think it’s a track car. And not a pain in the arse either. I’d say it’s a perfect Sunday car.

[@theboofin]

Easy daily driver miss.

[@keithwalton]

Not a 2025, it's a MY2024 as production of 25's has not yet started, never mind the shipping time to down under.

[@IAmCruz100]

No spare wheel is deal-breaker, especially here in South Africa

[@crazymonkey60123]

You can’t just buy one yourself? 😂

[@arno7303]

should be driving a hilux ma bru 🤣

[@buncha5651]

The Bogan in me was reaching for the cheque book untill no spare.😊

[@thedon9670]

you can buy a spare wheel

[@wadeayoub9799]

you can buy a spare from My Mustang Mods for about $79

[@shivamchanna3510]

@@wadeayoub9799more like 749 bucks

[@arno7303]

obviously not bogan to not care about a spare wheel lol

[@theboofin]

Still a bogan...

[@Steve-jx3mh]

Matt, the best thing is that, unlike the Audi RS6 you tested recently, you may even be able to afford the Ford. I'd take the Audi as well, sadly, money does matter...

[@ianwilhelmsen7644]

Disappointed in the front end appearance and the dash layout compared to the previous model. I'm not a fan of the ugly screens.

[@arno7303]

disagree. front end and dash layout is great and a fan of the beautiful screens.

[@rabidsminions2079]

The Mustang is a direct injection engine that explains the good fuel usage the Australian V8s were not direct injection engines so they surely would have used more fuel.

[@351tgv]

The 302ci version was direct injection, when Ford changed it to 304ci the engine gained MPEFI (Sequential) for low rpm (up to 3,000rpm) and direct injection (anything above 3,000rpm to redline), the current one got twin throttle body for better air floe through the plenum intake

[@KBWarrioR2018]

Asking for a friend : Whats the difference between this engine sound vs my CVT groaning?

[@Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya]

Maybe if it’s a manual… fun on trackday… hate those screens…

[@PurplePandaGuy88]

Nothing beats a Mustang😂😁

[@351tgv]

my falcon XR8 is better vehicle.

[@PurplePandaGuy88]

@@351tgv does it have a V8?

[@351tgv]

@@PurplePandaGuy88 - Well the name is XR "8" 8 as in V8 so yes, it's got a Windsor 245kW / 475NM V8 with 5-speed manual and 3.27:1 final drive ratio. remember that is 2002 spec and the vehicle weight is 1,700kg with double wish bone IRS.

[@PurplePandaGuy88]

@@351tgv sweet

[@David-d4k9k]

The rear spoiler looks like an aftermarket addition.

[@therightcar]

I tend to agree.

[@CarStory]

In 2023 I was looking to buy a Mach1. The $65k price tag was a bit too much for me. Instead I found a 2022 Camaro SS 1LE with Tremec trans and only 3100 miles. I no longer want Mustang of any trim level. If the S650 had a Tremec manual I could have considered it but I’m really happy with my Camaro. If you are in the market for a new Mustang, cross shop a preowned Camaro SS and see how they match up for you.

[@buncha5651]

Matt, I hope that's not on a public road. Naughty.

[@aussielegend8576]

I'd rather a Mustang over a Kia SUV or Hyundai equivalent

[@Raturidesagain]

Think the EV9 does 0-100 in 5 seconds as well.

[@Steve-jx3mh]

I reckon most people would. But the kia and hyundai suv's buyer is totally different, and practicality and useability rule the roost over a pure driving experience.

[@KBWarrioR2018]

Sure. My 3 jids would fit in nicely at the back

[@xkimopye]

@@KBWarrioR2018 thank god I’m not having jids

[@prateek0406]

Good for a spare/weekend car, but not a daily driver. I test drove it. Love the car but the kids didn't like it they were claustrophobic

[@theboofin]

You don't buy this for the kids... jesus.

[@prateek0406]

I do. Hence my comment 😂😂

[@youssefkhaled9666]

There's only ONE way any enthusiast could enjoy a car without breaking any speed limits, or drive like a hoon, and that is to drive a V8. You could drive like grandma and just enjoy the rumble. Even if it only has 200hp it's still enough to extract a smile accompanied by that warm and fuzzy feeling. This car does that, but then mimics the soundtrack of a friggin nascar when you put your boot in it. As far as im concerned there simply is no competition to this anywhere less than double the price. Prove me wrong. (Trucks and 4WDs not included). Any enthusiast will agree. Anyone just looking for a fancy a looking car or caring about economy, will disagree. Going back to that V8 soundtrack for a moment. The Coyote is the most volumetrically efficient production engine on the planet. Prove me wrong Mk2. It lays the foundation for 3000+hp, so please don't embarrass yourselves by talking about economy as it just shows how little you know about the intent of this engine.

[@mvnorsel6354]

How practical are the low profile tyres on NSW regional roads, they are so bad ?

[@therightcar]

Not that bad. Victorian country roads were fine. I winced a couple of times and hoped for no punctures

[@rickverheyen2515]

They are 40 series profile. They aren’t that bad

[@rockman2758]

Nice review, but. Don't be a wuss. Put it in Drag Mode and hammer it. You'll be laying rubber on the 1-2 and 2-3 shifts. Be careful because the rear end might break loose. I have a 24 GT Convertible. Speaking from experience.

[@therightcar]

Hahaha I have to act with some level of responsibility right?

[@rockman2758]

@@therightcar That's why I leave the traction control on. You don't have to exceed the speed limit for the acceleration thrill. Now, traction control off, you just smoke the tires till the rear end breaks loose or you lift the pedal.

[@mrz1281]

dont even need to watch the video to know its the right car :)

[@upsidedown5618]

Auto start/stop button on a V8, what are you thinking Ford

[@daweigo6851]

What's the point 😅

[@351tgv]

they have no choice as its a euro 6 compliant engine.

[@iansutcliffe-y4r]

As a biker who loves to lane-split , nothing better than getting up front at a red light and cages beside you have stop-start .

[@rimloch3919]

Na, my work colleague had one, his petrol bill$ too much, everything else is good though

[@351tgv]

Sorry Matt I would prefer the Turbo petrol over the V8.

[@Harrychambers1]

That’s because you have no soul.

[@therightcar]

Did you not see how stupid the grin was on my face? Hahah

[@351tgv]

@@therightcar I did however on my end I have 2 V8 Falcon cars and that is enough for me, also Turbo wooosh in the mid range is where its at for me these day.

[@mvnorsel6354]

How did you get to ' daycare ' in this ?😅

[@therightcar]

Hahahaha it wasn’t a daycare runner - just a day drive in Melbourne

[@Bman1878]

Looks better than the previous gen - would rather pay extra for an M2. I've had my time with V8s, I don't really give a crap about a V8 for the sake of a V8

[@darryl-007]

Can you turn off the auto start / stop button

[@therightcar]

Yep I don’t think it will stay off. But I may be wrong.

[@351tgv]

@@therightcar - no, its Euro 6 so its switches to default at every start up.

[@lassataest5604]

2025 production doesn't start until Nov 1.. So how is that a 2025?

[@therightcar]

It’s being sold as a MY25

[@TheRealEasy700]

MY25 they are deleting the wireless charging. It seems to be a MY24.5. No real differences though.

[@lassataest5604]

@@therightcar And that means what? That car you have is not a 25 so what are you talking about?

[@destinyangel5]

Yes anybody and even you can buy Dark Horse right now , there are half a dozen on car sales right now.Because all the dealers where allocated to them first and the story they told everybody " ALL 1000 reported examples to Australia are sold " is absolute BS nonsense. ACCC need to investigate the car dealers over this because now they are being sold by these scalpers dealers, deliberately for more than the RRP this was always going to happen, it similar to what's happened with the Corvette , "yes its coming to Australia you can order it", but then you could not order it , then you could, then you had to over pay to buy it , wait ages , then they were available but priced gouged almost double the reported RRP by the one person bringing it in to Australia , who was able to get exclusive rights to it. This means he can charge what ever the demand is. Its all very deliberate to make punters over pay . Yes any body can buy a Dark horse in Australia right now in 2024 , if you want to over pay the car dealers that are pretending to be private sellers on Car Sales .

[@Design_no]

Not bad, but not sure i could bring myself to buy a Ford. An m240i is probably quicker.

[@Mohammed-hh8tn]

2025?

[@therightcar]

It’s the car that will be available until 2025.

[@Design_no]

That shifter looks naff.

[@mindfreeze0838]

I like honest unapologetic cars like this. It is what it is, take it or loeave it, except that ecoboost engine, that needs to go, those things are terrible long term.

[@mrporsche4236]

No one needs more tech. Get rid of all of it

[@therightcar]

How good would a stripped out version be??!

[@xkimopye]

God the iPad dash is hideous

[@Pedroaghyu]

Those screens look so badly implemented

[@marshallwalker1442]

Your comparisons are a insult to the Mustang Bud.

[@therightcar]

I'm tough enough to take it.

[@Funfare454]

Toxic masculinity the car!

[@michaelscurr9046]

More tech more fat

[@tomskellern6128]

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