Why BUY an ECOBOOST MUSTANG instead of a GT from a V8 Owner! (Full Review)

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2018 ECOBOOST Mustang REVIEWED by a V8 OWNER (2018 GT)
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[@magicianof1984]

Reasons to buy a Ecoboost over a GT Mustang. 1. you can’t afford a GT That’s it, there is no other reason

[@nolan738]

Better fuel economy tho.

[@TryNotToHate1]

Or, you’re secure about the size of your dick, unlike bandit king who Couldnt afford either, and probably lives with mom... a GT. Lol😂🤣💯 nope! OK crusader! Where do the fucks in this thread come from?!?! I’ll never buy a mustang now, seeing the demographic. Y’all ruined the whole thing. Fuck it.

[@kylehansenmusic5915]

@@TryNotToHate1 literally everything is better about the gt. The sound, power, speed, reliability. If you were rich, would you buy the ecoboost still? doubt it

[@TryNotToHate1]

I guess the root point was.. Gt aren’t fancy or for “rich” people.. also,. it’s a basic bitch vanilla sports car. Yes it’s better than the turd from the last 40 years but, still.. meh.

[@TheCapn23]

Yeah, $23000 for a 310hp RWD car that gets high 20s mpg is a pretty damn good deal. Especially if you drive a lot daily, it's a big difference in mpg.

[@alexsnider4322]

The thumbnail on this video aged well😂

[@Conner._.Anderson]

That's what I was thinking

[@manuelf.almeida]

Basically the same...until you turn both on. LMAO. Seriously...

[@ignatswilliams]

Living in So Cal. 500Hp in traffic. Good luck matey. Arghh. You can go faster on a surfboard!

[@ignatswilliams]

Okay. Once upon a time i owned a 1970 240Z with a 350 Chevrolet. After midnight you could go fast on the I 10 through Ontario. That place is nasty now.

[@ignatswilliams]

Sit in LA traffic Sonny Jim. No horse power rquired.

[@willtuanaki1854]

Agreed. In LA traffic, I'm thinking even an Ecoboost is too much car.

[@NeveranticStory]

You know that 99% of population, besides tiny fraction of petrol-snobs doesnt give a shit about sound your engine makes?

[@SugarSugarCreek]

Each Mustang is as unique as it's owner. I LOVE the sounds of the GT but I'm a grown a$$ woman so, the Ecoboost with performance package (convertible) is perfect for me. To each his own. Mustang owners are a breed of their own and personally, I celebrate EVERY Mustang out there because they are as unique as their owners ..... All years, all engines. I appreciate his open mindedness... He is like minded that all Mustangs 🎸 rock!

[@hyssean12]

No it's not. All Ecoboost and gt are the same. Millions out there own the same car. How is that unique? The bullitt, mach 1 gt350 and gt500 saleen roush are all unique

[@MrAnxious]

@@hyssean12 shut up sean

[@johnmcmullen456]

Now that's my kind of woman.

[@SugarSugarCreek]

@@hyssean12 apparently you don't read an entire comment before making a snarky reply. I guess snarky comments make you feel good about your know it all self

[@jthebeastnkbfk8868]

He said get a Ecoboost from a V8 owner but yet he still has the v8 😂

[@dannygillmusic]

He’s not saying it’s better, he’s just giving reasons for why you might want one.

[@Raider21xx]

Jthebeast nkbfk, right, pffff F dat!

[@chrischetwyn1539]

@@justincarrillo12626 he gave 0 reasons other than "it's cheaper" so basically if you can't afford

[@aarontimothybristol]

Hell you better off buying a v8 truck think about it. Trucks keep there value better than cars so buy a truck first and when you can afford or insurance goes down trade in truck for a newer model v8 mustang or buy older model GT

[@BreakinBeatz1625]

....lol you need anger management my boy

[@conjon6927]

I think the EcoBoost is great for people getting into the car community mostly because if you're not very experienced driver the power of a gt might be to much. But at the same time my ecoboost has more hp than 2008 and before gts

[@nickcontreras2455]

it may have more hp but it is a lot slower. my 06 gt pulls car lengths on my 10 speed eco

[@blingbling574]

I agree, the 2.3 is great for starters. A good tune, fuel is mostly all you need. You’ll need a least $250,000 for a proper setup including a truck, camper, trailer and spare parts. Some people ask why the spare parts? A proper fuel pump or short block doesn’t show up on your doorstep in two weeks, it arrives in four to six months. I recommend to most new enthusiasts not to commit. Your better off buying a house and starting a family first.

[@TheTakenKing999]

The v8 roar tho

[@IllNacs]

@@nickcontreras2455 either your 06 gt is modded, or your lying your ass off, because the 10speed eco gaps scatpacks.

[@scottjohnson3570]

I had a 2015 Eco and liked the balance as you stated, lighter up front. Shut off traction control and it would do donuts like crazy, take it easy and it would get 30mpg at 70mph

[@csolomon9920]

I was really feeling you on why the Eco Boost may be better than the GT... then💥💥 BOOM 💥💥 I heard the GT pipes 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️ and everything you said after that sound like Charlie Brown's teacher 🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@spencersabel6570]

Pipes can be change with a simple cat back system. What's that cost, 1200 to 2000. What's the price difference between the EcoBoost and the GT.. Alot more than 2 g's

[@1015BJJ]

LOL

[@atlurivibhaaschowdhary544]

Charlie brown teacher is miss othmar....that stupid bitch who keeps saying wash waah wah

[@scottwald2908]

The v8 sound makes it win 100%

[@ab0ve45-fb7bm]

Spencer Sabel who cares it’ll always sound like shit and never sound good so who the fuck cares about the price difference I hate idiots who get these cars and make them loud as fuck only make it loud if you have a v8 or higher or a badass inline 6 even

[@stun818]

Crazy how years ago you had the name of the new 2024 Mustang

[@follow0siris255]

Bro you had me going there until you fired up the 5.0 🤔😂

[@JohnDoe-fv3vs]

I love these 4 cylinders. Still, I am considering trading my 2018 accord on one next spring but choice is a no brainier! Buying GT because GT. The GT will be roughly $200 more month tops, that's not much in grand scheme of things. Sure I may pay $100 or more on insurance as well, and I may pay $200 extra more monthly in gas because I can't keep my foot away from the gas. When all said and done the $500 more per month for owning the GT isn't worth it.... fuck it I am a cheap bastard and now going to buy the 4 cylinder and save money.

[@pizzlesauce]

$500 more a month over 72 months is $36,000. Thats not worth it. Each car can do 100mph easy, any faster than that and youre a danger to society.

[@Bladers97]

Thats gas + insurance + payments lol not just payments.. cant count gas and insurance.. thats standard expense on a car

[@pizzlesauce]

@@Bladers97 Gas is higher on A GT because it has higher consumption of gas plus insurances more because it's a more powerful car in the cost more to insure so gas and insurance energy t's more expensive than gas and insurance on a regular 4 cylinder

[@Bladers97]

@@pizzlesauce Well yes, but that shouldnt be a factor when considering a car lol, more power more gas simple😂 Thats called maintanence expenses not comparing car prices. Obviously hands down GT is way more to maintain

[@pizzlesauce]

@@Bladers97 Please refrain from using emoticons when speaking. We're men, not teenage girls. And what do you mean insurance and fuel cost shouldn't be considered when buying a car? Says who? People buy electric cars to not have fuel cost, making it a major consideration

[@marcrobinson8223]

Probably the best product comparison I have seen. Called out the elephant in room issue and spoke directly to all the issues and prejudices people hold against each product. I really respect the Eco boost and think its the best option for me : older, and given the speed limits why deal with the extra weight etc of the Five 0 ? Great presentation.

[@hoosiernative9668]

I agree if you’re a guy that does drag racing or goes to the track than the 5.0 is the right choice. But if your gonna drive it for fun in city or county roads than the ecoboost is the right choice. Like you said speed limits.

[@dallasmed65]

You may be right with everything you said, but I couldn't imagine driving an american muscle car with a 4 cylinder.

[@JT-fw2kj]

my 2019 - 10 speed ecoboost tuned by ford with insurance is 400 hp to my car it was 800$ for my tune it sounds like shit but still a fun car and easy upgrades if u cant afford a v8

[@Jstk209]

JT / what tune u running ? I was thinking about the the ford tune on my 2018 premium Ecoboost

[@owenconnor9644]

Your standards are a little to high.

[@fb8700]

Dallasmed65 you’re that guy. Loll.

[@dallasmed65]

@@fb8700 Sadly I am, that's what most people buy a muscle car for though. Knowing what's under the hood adds a certain satisfaction to the driving experience.

[@Malick333]

Always really appreciate your humble and honest tone, lots of ego pricks on YT. Watching I feel like we are going for a drive and having a casual and encouraging convo between friends. “Hit the unlike button twice” ROFL

[@StangMode]

Thanks bro I appreciate it !!

[@Craziemexican00]

you don't get the gt because you can't afford the gt. only reason I'm stuck in a v6 haha

[@SaucyChorizo]

@@fordmustang5856 is that so? I'm really undecided on what to get

[@daltonkirk7146]

It's not it's good but it's not

[@vexhhgaming56]

Gustavo Ortiz no it's not.that's what poor people say to make themselves feel better that they can't have the V8

[@phillipt6345]

Big C I’d rather buy a used GT than a brand new V6 or Ecoboost. Or at least wait a year or two to maybe catch an overstock GT. No point in settling for less if its not what you really wanted. Also, you say a modded V6 is just as fast but think if you had a modded GT like most do you still get smoked. And I mean smoked. They’re doing wonders with the yotes. A dealer installed blower with a 3 year warranty giving off 700 hp no problem and thats the dealer tune

[@streakskills544]

@@fordmustang5856 fucking bullshit v6 will never be better than a v8 and im talking about muscle cars.

[@asherkothapalli]

This Video made me change my mind to stick to EB instead of going to GT. Thanks StandMode.

[@ThePapaJ81]

The performance active exhaust will be available on the 2019 EcoBoost. Also thanks for your purchase. We work hard building those Mustangs.

[@GageTrue]

Waist of money though to get in on a 4 cylinder

[@Ready72000]

I own a 2010 GT convertible, but I rented an ecoboost convertible last week and damn! what a great car! 310hp, great gas mileage, cheaper insurance, etc. I even like the quieter stock ecoboost exhaust over the too loud exhaust on the GT in this video, and the ecoboost still has plenty of power. The ecoboost definitely should be considered. Dare to be different.

[@skullduggerysmiles8393]

A very well thought out and described analysis. I'm in the process of looking for a Mustang and this video was very helpful. Thank you.

[@dan7444]

Rented a 2019 mustang ecoboost and honestly I'm impressed. Decent speed and I had the convertible which was so cool.

[@Suzannaaram]

I love my Ecoboost, but it sounds like shit lol, well it sounds like nothing! however it is a manual so it helps. But hey I'm a chick, it's race red, sexy, 310HP, fast, premium all leather, decent insurance. It's a great daily and good in Canadian Snow! I'd be afraid to drive a GT in the winter. It's a hot seller for reason. 310 is plenty HP if youre not racing and a die hard enthusiast. Did I mention the GAS. that's another factor if youre racking up mileage every day commuting. It's a baby mustang as my brother says :)

[@Jacob-gv1yj]

How is your insurance premium? I'm 20 and my biggest concern is my insurance premium going way up with a mustang ecoboost

[@shahill5927]

Jacob Lloyd how much you paying a month?

[@Sara-md8nu]

How is RWD good in snow?

[@josem1596]

@@Jacob-gv1yj Lmao, if you're concerned about insurance don't get a muscle car or sports car. Especially a v8. It starts around 130 if you have a good record and not Young.

[@Ducatipete]

I've just bought a 2019 GT in the UK but completely understand why people choose the Ecoboost. You're 100% correct - 300+ BHP is more than enough on a public road and they look great. The GT does now have a snow / rain mode that softens the power, not that we get much snow in south east England.

[@Boxxboxx1974]

Awesome video man! Love your comparison of both car. I'm purchasing one in the next couple months and you definitely helped with my decision. In Canada to get the GT with the premium and performance package will cost close to $60gs. So yeah I'm getting the eco loaded. Thanks for making these vids man, love them, cheers bro!

[@StangMode]

Thanks and congratulations 🍾 on ur pending Stang

[@dontwannahaverealnamexddd6778]

I owned an ecoboost 2015 mustang, and under a year I traded it in for a 5.0. The eco was cool, but nothing beats the 5.0 sound. I did work to both cars. Pushing about 550 to the wheels on the GT and was around 350 to the wheels on the eco. Its quite the difference.

[@blingbling574]

My take on becoming a car enthusiast, it’s either all OK or none of its OK. I had a 5.0 and got bored so I put over $75,000 into a 2.3.

[@TriggeredWorkz]

@Bling Bling you put 75k into a 2.3???? Why??? If you put 73k into a GT, itd be a monster 💀

[@TriggeredWorkz]

@Gone Viral gas really wasnt that bad for my 5.0. I averaged 18mpg combined and upwards of 24-26 on the highway.

[@Perry....]

​@@blingbling574Well you're fucked on the head. You could have had a GTR for that money. I call bullshit

[@Snake_Snake_-pj2sd]

I did hella good getting my 2018 ecoboost I have no regrets just gotta get the spoiler and that be all for me the car is amazing just like he says gotta get that valve and muffler too he’s right about that really good review man!!

[@darksideemt]

Nice vid as always bro. One point of contention. You said several time how much better on gas it is but I have seen several videos of people that have driven or owned both gt and eco and say it is barely better on gas. Now for road trips i'm sure it is better but they all say for day to day driving it's only a few mpg better per tank. Just from what I've seen not from personal experience though. Stay safe

[@juzoli]

After driving both GT and Ecoboost (2016 both) for a few thousands of miles, it is pretty clear which to choose. The answer is, it depends:) Ecoboost is clearly better in daily driving. It is quicker in daily driving situations (meaning no high revs), quieter, and has better mpg. GT is clearly better for weekend fun, because of the better sound, and more power if you push it hard. I can’t really decide for long roadtrips, but I tend to go with the quieter one. My wife loves the horse badge on the back though, instead of the ugly “GT” badge.

[@MrZane-bl8qm]

replace the gt with a HelloKitty : )

[@steveanbozek3589]

This. With the reduced weight and the turbo its more akin to a nimble sports car than a big heavy muscle car

[@cmdrdredd]

Quieter is not a plus...

[@Lightskinlightning]

@@cmdrdredd to you

[@FlightX101]

@@steveanbozek3589 Agreed. I rented an eco boost convertible recently. For 90% of driving its preforms fine for everyday work. As a second car id get the 5.0 and get a custom exaust

[@ryanargenti]

Love your videos man. 👍😊 I like to gain insight on the mustangs, been a fan of them for a while now. Keep posting! 😊

[@rahulsaha1944]

Loved the review. Tonne of thanks for it. Planning to buy an eco boost later this year. But i would’ve loved it even more if you had given the price points.

[@lyndahammel9502]

Thanks for a good video. I could have bought the GT but didn't even test drive it. I have a heavy foot! 310 hp is more than enough for me. I love my EcoBoost. It's a great daily driver and hubby loves it on curvy roads. I appreciate the V8 sound but I'll take the better gas mileage over the sound. The great Mustang look is the same for both cars. It's so nice to have different choices.

[@Polk540]

Just wait for a little while longer, they'll put that Ecoboost v6 twin turbo that's in the Raptor in a Mustang soon. That'll be a mean car.

[@killawhale8726]

The 3.5 tt v6...now THAT would be quite the option. 450hp and 510lb-ft; that's not even a downgrade to the Coyote that's a sidegrade, maybe even an upgrade with all that torque. What if they put twin turbos on the Coyote?

[@phillipt6345]

Polk540 Theyre putting the Ecoboost raptor engine in the F150 next year I believe. Not the Eco it has now but upgraded to the same 450hp as the Raptors. They need to go back to V8 with the Raptors. Maybe share the 5.2 or design a Dohc 6.2 instead of the Sohc it had

[@ericwhitmore8026]

People have put twin turbo kits on the 5.0 and that can bring you to 1200HP but I'd bet it's nearly undriveable for most with that much power.

[@BryanHectic]

That would be cool. What would be even cooler would be a supercharged 5 cylinder. Can you imagine the exhaust notes/sounds that it would make?

[@coydog7902]

The Twin turbo V6 is already in the 2017 Ford GT

[@Glardok]

Thank you for this video as I am dealing with this issue right now and this was very informative!

[@StangMode]

Happy to help brother

[@danavalon8876]

bro you hit all the advantages nice vid, I drove a 2020 ecoboost from Budget and was also impressed

[@nickydrifts]

2:02 "Brembro bakes"

[@rik4raj]

Magnetic Ecoboost lmao

[@drizzylsd5885]

Brembro do be baking

[@quickdrive3488]

Ive driven two of the 2018 Ecoboost Mustangs. They are great cars with alot of potential.

[@peterpeters4111]

Quick Drive! I have a 2016 GT and pretty sure if you throw in a good 93 Octane tune with PMAS CAI it would probably match or better my GT!

[@letsroll2463]

ecoboost is way out the GT's leauge now, 460 at the crank also with a 10 speed automatic

[@davidb8831]

Quick Drive! The block will blow on it like the focus RS.

[@noahpierce4746]

theres so potential in that block, at 400 pound feet of tq youll see cracking behind cylinder 2 because the wall is paper thin

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Kids these days. Still learning that more cylinders means more power. Still learning that forced induction makes a smaller engine bigger. Get whatever noise you like. Your engine block isn't jewelry, it's actually very highly refined ancient technology.

[@JeffCrowell11]

Thanks Eco Beast. I enjoyed your review.

[@duck5336]

Mustangs have always throughout the years been about style. Gas used to be $0.39 a gallon, and the sound of the engine was mostly what the youth of those times were looking for. Being able to drive across the country with a mustang that gets 31mpg highway is what the youth of this day and age are looking for. It’s simply a change of time.

[@nikolai3620]

Is that you, DJ Khaled?

[@StangMode]

And another one ☝️ lmao 🤣

[@nikolai3620]

+EcoBeast I appreciate you.

[@kertaspaper94]

Nah man he's not fat enough

[@babyfaceaviator7862]

“We the best music”

[@giosueiglesias]

nah it’s keemstar😂

[@utoobia]

Nice, informative vid. There are still a few 2017 GTs out there on lots. The price difference from the 2018, plus my dislike of the new front end, tipped me to a new 2017. Got a base coupe for just under $29K. Now I've put $6K into it and it's over 510 HP. For $35K, that's a MUCH better perfomance option amd value than the 2018 Eco. If folks are into cooled seats, magnaride, big screens and bells and whistles, that might overcome it for some. To each, his own.

[@ariyankhan4337]

I just need a new daily that gets good mpg while being fast and the ecoboost fits right into the spot

[@JOSEF_GAMING45]

Yep I'm getting an EcoBoost next month

[@DSJVNdsjnvf4356]

same...gas prices a bitch rn

[@Ichigoat_Kurosaki15]

@@DSJVNdsjnvf4356 getting my 2020 next week

[@DSJVNdsjnvf4356]

@@Ichigoat_Kurosaki15 sweet, hope all goes well

[@Ichigoat_Kurosaki15]

@@DSJVNdsjnvf4356 appreciate it

[@VillanuevaD9]

Great vid g. You did it up with the exhaust for real

[@clints8731]

This is a great video. A good mix of talking and action.

[@dman8092]

Eco sounded like a lawnmower..

[@GlidingChiller]

It doesn't matter as much in the US but here in Europe, where gas is about twice as expensive, I'd get the 2.3 Ecoboost as a daily. It does about 30mpg which is nice for a 320hp car.

[@khalidmabrouk2237]

It’s very helpful video , thanx a lot 🙏🏽

[@whybutwhy4137]

My first love is the shelby but I got the EcoBoost and loved it!!

[@The_Bell_Bottom]

If you’re a student/young adult and can’t afford much but still want a mustang, this is the car for you. Just bought mine after owning a 2001 GT and I love it. The worst thing is the exhaust note but I’ve heard very good exhaust notes from the V4 so maybe it’s not so bad

[@nichola10901]

V4....no just no

[@al3x20_54]

It’s an I4….

[@max_rove]

@@nichola10901 lol this guy said V4...really shows you the lack of car knowledge of the little kids who hate on the4 cylinder ecoboost

[@spursnumberone2962]

A well explained unbiased view of the two models available.

[@yomamalisa]

❣️ absolutely amazing video! I am a car sales woman at Future Ford and Lincoln and Roseville! My very first sale was to my daughters husband he bought a eco-boost magnetic Mustang convertible! And they absolutely love it❣️

[@jordanjohnson5784]

I personally feel like if I got an Ecoboost over a 5.0, I would HAVE to get it in a manual transmission. That being said, I would also get the GT in a manual if it was my car as well. Even though the Auto is technically faster, I personally enjoy having the ability to row my own gears. The couple tenths of a second that it is faster is irrelevant to me. Just my own opinion. Both cars are beautiful. 👍

[@linchester8464]

My insurance is calculated based on my age group, driving experience and most importantly the car you drive. Sometimes i dont know why my Insurance company thinks getting even a puny car like the Ford Fiesta which has the 3 cylinder turbo engine = higher premium than a 4 banger 1.6/2.0 So their logic is turbo = sports car *faceplam*

[@silasv4989]

Lin Chester ya lol my insurance got my gt cheaper than my ecoboost both same year 17

[@JustACarGuyNamedTom]

Spool kicked in! They thing Turbo = 1000 hp Supra

[@ninja0wnzy0u]

I'm 21 with a 2016 Mustang Ecoboost Premium and my insurance is $235/month. I had 2014 Mustang Premium before that which was $225/month. I've been in 1 fender bender when I started out driving, and 1 tailgating ticket. Pretty high rate, about the same as my payment, but oh well I love the car. Really want a loaded 2018 now though lol

[@MultiKool13]

Detox Arazos you actually got a ticket for tailgating? I've never even heard of that before

[@ninja0wnzy0u]

MultiKool13 Yup, it was my first time getting pulled over and I figured she'd give me a warning, but no she gave me a ticket for driving too closely. I was only driving so close because the guy was going 10 under on a one lane road and started braking to go even slower. Turned out he was braking to turn right but never put his blinker on. I figured he was just trying to be a douche at that point so I got pretty close to him. The cop said she almost gave me a ticket for road rage which is ridiculous. And I've been driving the same route to work and back for like 4 years now, never saw a cop in the spot she was in before that day, and never saw a cop sitting there again. Was super bad luck.

[@kindafastharleyrider]

I got a 2018 6speed scat pack Challenger Shaker that gets around 11 miles to the gallon City. An EcoBoost doesn't sound bad

[@SugarSugarCreek]

"Floating but grounded" EXACTLY .... he found a description that is so true.

[@asmuda]

As a firm believer in the old saying "to each their own", I have nothing against a ecoboost mustang. That being said, I just pulled the trigger on my GT prem pp with the 10 speed. Interestingly enough, in that beautiful Magnetic Metallic and with the magnaride lol. Wife can't understand my excitement.

[@ramivalencia]

A Smuda Congrats. Wife won't understand either when you spend most weekends working on and detailing it.

[@Sahadi420]

and she doesn't understand why you got the same transmission that her father has.......

[@robmickovic8343]

I'm old school....."ain't no substitute for cubic inches"👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@edhardn]

Yeah! The truth is, most people want to buy the GT Mustang, but they just can't afford it. As an example, College Students who want a mustang, can't afford the v8, but they only care about the looks. So, The 2018 Ecoboost Mustang starts at 25,085$, and for me it's a good deal. Almost anybody with a job can get a car loan these days and for that price the monthly payments are going to be low.

[@AStanton1966]

I just came home with a new leftover 2017 Mustang V-6 and the wife doesn't get it either.

[@fishsquishguy1833]

0-60 hampered by road conditions AND that big dude riding shotgun! Great comparison too.

[@imeaniguess1876]

Jim EC 😂😂😂

[@socalecos550]

Lmao...that's mean bro

[@thejakester2209]

Love the vid man

[@russseuffert803]

Nice comparison. Well done!

[@shafto.6648]

That eco sounds like a damn civic with a can muffler

[@SIRICKO]

Sounds nothing like A fucking civic this is A shitty mustang not honda

[@haydenbolton3335]

SI RICKO fan boy hashtag aids

[@SIRICKO]

Hayden bolton:3 why are you telling me you have aids come on keep that to yourself.

[@alexh89]

SI RICKO Well you drive a Honda so you would know! 😂

[@SIRICKO]

FLexxxtreme that don’t even make sense 🤦‍♂️

[@JoseGomez-ni1pz]

nice video. like the honesty on the comparison.

[@kevinmcknight507]

Just purchased a 2018 "Orange Fury" Ecoboost Mustang Convertible in July It's a really cool car! At 55yrs old, this is my 4th Mustang (my first car in 1983 was a '71 Mustang Conv. I also bought a new '99 Mustang GT before purchasing the 1970 in 2006) I presently own a 1970 Coupe with 450hp. But this turbo is nothing to laugh at. I do miss the exhaust rumbling. But a turbocharged convertible? NICE!!! Thanks for the video - I'm here in Pittsburgh, PA so I'm not looking forward to the snow either.

[@sbalak]

Cool review man, cheers.

[@kingmd1977]

I see Ford stole the name from you!!

[@pressendforspanish]

I prefer my v6 over the eco avoiding all the turbo related issues and extra wear and tear on the motor. A supercharger on the V6 delivers 440hp.

[@owenvaliente5583]

8 cylinders has power and sound. 4 cylinders has mpg advantage. The fact that you can pick what works best for you is awesome.

[@brysonbrown3075]

That camera at the top isn’t for adaptive cruise that’s for the lane keep assist. The adaptive cruise is a box hidden behind the bumper that uses radar

[@chrisvanscooter3055]

I got an Ecoboost for 27k with minimal options but i have a Friend who has the Ecoboost with all the options and he got his for 31k both in rural Ohio but it's not a bad car at all it will burn tires off and whip donuts all day. It's a really fun car. I wish I had it in highschool.

[@Anto215]

The EcoBoost isnt in the same class of the gt obviously, but that doesn't mean it's slow. Stock for stock, the ecoboost puts out more hp and torque stock than a stock evo or sti. It's not a bad car , I've had my ecoboost for 4 years now at 62k miles and it's running fine.

[@shahrozhussain4713]

For sure! The EcoBoost will outrun the new STI's and ppl drool over the Subaru. Most of haters are the 15 year old keyboard warriors who've never driven a fast car outside of Need for Speed lol

[@twoeightythreez]

IMHO if you want a V8 its hard to top the Camaro SS, I think the Eco is the best bang for buck out there rn

[@airborneinfantry23]

Oddly, I’ve seen 2 Eco Boosts that have modded exhausts this week at gas stations. They seem to try to show out with the exhausts when they see me in my 18 GT. I smile, depress the clutch, hit the start button and let my long tubes speak! I have driven one, and to their credit, I will say that they are pretty quick.

[@thegreenman2030]

Nice review actually great review as it's one of better ones I have seen. I love the new fastback body style and I am turning 41 in a few day's and think I need a sensible mid life crisis car and this fits that role. With a 177 mil round trip commute this would still get decent gas mileage and give me a day or two of relief a week of the Prius I usually drive.

[@BigFatBabyLegs]

the exhaust is literally the only reason i have to go with the GT over the ecoboost. i dont know why but the ecoboost sounds softer than my old FRS for some reason, like my FRS was louder than the Ecoboost.

[@JustACarGuyNamedTom]

The Gen 3 Coyote is one of the 10 best engines. You said it yourself why you should still get the Coyote haha. Great video, but I've got my 2018 GT PP on the way still 😉

[@strtngfrsh]

Shouldn't surprise you, horsepower has been trending up every year. You can make that comparison to a higher tear of just about every model of past years.

[@Craziemexican00]

Rodolfo Rojas only because of the turbo, and the older v8 is still gonna be faster :) no replacement for displacement!

[@VincentAnthonyE]

Generally, turbos are a sort of replacement for displacement. Rotary engines are another replacement. So to speak.

[@SirtubalotTX]

With the 2018 Mustangs giving the Camaro LT1s hell, I would say there is replacement for displacement. It's called Coyote! lol.

[@R1ch4rd74]

actually a 4 cylinder,bigblock, and a diesel all share 1 common trait no smallblock can do. that is all 3 have instant power off the line from 1100rpm to 2500 rpm. 70% power on demand under 2500 rpm. a basic ls,coyote, or hemi has their power at 3100 to 5900rpm.

[@joeyvotta4246]

I loved seeing the insert @ 7:40, with the blue Mustang (NJ tags from Holman Ford) I grew up around the corner from where "The Dump" is located, and bought several cars from Holman.

[@thronefitness252]

As a 5.0 owner I couldn’t ever make the change, it’s more expensive but if you can swing it it’s well worth the money

[@imbatman3620]

Any real racer knows "There's no replacement for Displacement!"💪😈

[@killawhale8726]

You gotta give ford some credit, They are doing some damn good work with turbos. The ecoboost is a sporty engine through and through, I'd say it's far better than the V6. It's the same 2.3 in the Focus RS, just with a little less power and gets way better gas mileage. I'd say the ecostang is a satisfactory option under the GT.

[@Matches-M]

This video is so perfect it helped me out SOOOOOO much!!!!!

[@mystologyllc1805]

People hate on what will soon be the most powerful mustang in production. Once the start crossing hybrid electric with turbo it's going to be a game changer.

[@SinCara151]

Problem with the ecoboost is It sounds like shit Other than that is a great car

[@joelknight4219]

Wrong, had 5 GT, 1993,1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, yes sound nice, but the Ecoboost sound is different strong but soft, I now have the ecoboost, it turns heads, it fast, Po-Po will follow you home. My GTs seem I little top heavy for fast turns, the handles road with class. After selling my 96, 5.O I went to get another 5.O, after driving the 2018 4cyc Tang I got it. It is Fun on wheels with class.

[@RotterStudios]

@@joelknight4219 hmmmm thanks

[@amvanquish5555]

Joel Knight Well in that case you are insinuating that it’s opinionated.

[@champion2550]

but it costs $6,000 less and has better interior features

[@SinCara151]

@@champion2550 Wife has a 2018 Ecoboost and I have a 2019 5.0 Same interior , both premium Eco can’t compare to the power of the 5.0 tho but it’s a good car Looks well , they look similar everywhere

[@garrettm7993]

I had a GT a few years ago and loved it. I’ve been looking into new mustangs and I would probably go into an ecoboost. The GT sounds amazing and pulls hard but insurance is way higher compared to the ecoboost. The engine sounds ok and pulls decently for a 4 cylinder in the ecoboost. I’m just trying to decide if I want the 10 speed auto or the 6 speed manual

[@pmscalisi]

Manual.

[@xsavage22]

10 speed is definitely faster

[@Sandmanssk]

Honestly if you are doing more city driving wanting a nice looking mustang but be a daily the auto would be a good choice. If you are wanting a mustang that's cheaper has that spots car feel the manual would be your best bet

[@ddm62571]

Nice review! Thumbs up!

[@brussell639]

I have to say I'm pretty excited for the performance potential the turbo 4 has.

[@ancientruinsofficial]

It was great to see you do a review again on the EcoBoost🍾🍾🍾🍾🔥🍻 As an EcoBoost owner (2016 model) its great to finally see a review done right on the 2.3T😀😀😀😀. Great video it seems like it was only 2 minutes long🖒🖒🖒🖒. Wish I could jump into an 18🤘🤘🤘

[@caseykerrigan3878]

I’m currently in the market for one of these two, but I’m young and I’m thinking about the eco boost, I gotta say it was very reassuring when you showed how good an eco boost can sound with an after market exhaust, especially the one you had. May I ask which one that was, the turbo sounded amazing!

[@nycopperwarrior9734]

thank you! because I've been debating on which one I should get! I'm 45 but I still want the roar, now I know what to do! thanks!

[@flfun1684]

StangMode back in the day! Looking kool bro

[@Siege956]

I love the new GT models and the ecoboost but I would still go for a 2013-14 5.0 they have a mean look and for less than 20k why not!

[@Aiiwolf]

I just bought a 2019 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium Edition. I love it. It is one fast car for price and quality put into the version I bought. Also; if you get Ford Premium maintenance Package for the car for 6 yr/60,000 they treat you like VIP and you get free OIL CHANGE every 5,000 miles...and replacement on any engine parts. It cost about $100 more for it but think about the wear and tear if you're using that as a daily driver. Anyways... to anyone that is looking at this car just test drive it....and you'll see what I mean. :D PS - Thumbs up to your video. Loved it!

[@williamcharles9480]

Being the owner of a 67 Mustang Fastback, I'm in a different world in comparison to the new Mustangs. While I love the V8 engine in the vintage car and in the new GT, I can see where there's a lot to be said for the Eco-Boost four banger. The guys that are into the rice scene may now take notice of its ability to handle and the availability of go-fast options. Ford has made this four cylinder engine into a world class piece of dynamite, it's being exported all over the world and is gaining an enormous following. To find 320 factory HP in the 67 model year, it would have required a big block 390 cubic inch engine that had a huge amount of nose heavy weight. I'm curious about your 0-60 run with the Eco-Boost. Wouldn't it have made a difference if the turbos were allowed to spool up?

[@robertbennett5192]

Great stuff here !!!! Pro or Conn I’ll take tech over bulk! I’m getting an older one for practically nothing so I’m in !

[@odethious5639]

I found that putting it in drag strip mode with a 2000 rpm launch, after warming up the tires, is best for 0-60. I got 5.7 seconds on another EcoBoost so far, and I'm gonna try it on mine once it's broken in.

[@CazzEdits]

How do you put it in drag Strip mode?

[@Noah-cm2yf]

@@CazzEditsBruh your switches on the bottom to switch your drive modes 😂 my 0-60 in mine is 4.9

[@CazzEdits]

@@Noah-cm2yf I’ve got a 16 base so I don’t have the feature

[@bartkremers6233]

Well in the Netherlands the Eco boost costs around 50k € and the gt costs 115k €simply because of the emission regulations here

[@StangMode]

Wow that’s very interesting then Ecoboost all the way - thanks for checking in from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

[@4RealHero]

In the UK the Ecoboost is 30K and the GT is 47K but the tax on the GT is so expensive and Fuel here is extremely expensive. Why I picked the EcoBoost!

[@heilker7807]

Rip

[@robertwilson7498]

Very informative and interesting video. Nothing fake about the Eco Boost.

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

I have the 3.5L EcoBoost in my 2016 F150. Makes 365 hp and 420 lb ft Torque. When it hits 4500 rpm, the power really kicks in. And you can jump it up to 4500 really quick if you just give it a little bit of gas from 1st gear.

[@SHADOWBLACKs650]

V-8's for life 👍

[@boostedlyfe4089]

Wanna do some runs? Im in the 860too

[@radepetrovic9182]

Imagine yourself paying 20,000$ for registration every year for your V8, this is the situation in Serbia, our average salary is 300$ and registration for V8 is 2000$ so this 2.3 engine is pure gold.

[@ggjatz2435]

100th like

[@aarontimothybristol]

All you have to do is buy a older V8 instead of a newer model

[@dawg4769]

Maytals facts

[@velardechelo]

The ecoboost is like buying an electric harley davidson...

[@fiveowaf454]

No oil leaks?

[@drummerd3339]

At least it's still a Harley and not a Honda 🤔

[@bartleymollohan1090]

I own a 2016 GT Premium 6 speed manual and a 2018 EcoBoost 10 speed. On a road racetrack, the EcoBoost is a much better balanced car that can be pushed hard. However, the GT puts a big ass grin on my face every minute I am in it!

[@SuperMaxCarp]

For the JDM crowd out there...just hear me out. Let's take a look at the layout here for the ecoboost. Front engin rear wheel drive, Long front end short back end, turbo 4 cylinder engine....where have we seen this successful layout before?....the ecoboost mustang is basically the USDM S15....let that thought sink in

[@killerkett]

be honest with you, 3:37 sounds like my 2017 nissan sentra

[@BUILTDIESELMAFIA]

Whats up!!!! Another sweet video buddy!

[@johndrake2729]

Those first few seconds .... DOPE!

[@Jaye-kp4sw]

WOW.......AWESOME review