Price Car Ford Mustang v6

Ford Mustang v6 Design

On a recent trip across the US-Canada border, I finally had the opportunity to drive the car I had fantasized about so many years ago.

We flew from Atlanta, Georgia to Buffalo, New York from where we would drive less than two hours to Toronto. Booking the cheapest rental possible, we were expecting a Hyundai, a Corolla, or a Ford Focus when we arrived at the rental place. To our excitement, especially mine, we learned that the rental cars had been overbooked, and instead of a boring compact car which they were out of, we now had to choose between a Ford F-150, a Hummer, or a Ford Mustang. A Hummer or F-150 would have been awesome, but we doubted the parking situation in Toronto would accommodate such a large vehicle. Overcome with a giddiness that only childhood memories could bring, I insisted on the 2010 Mustang V6.

With front and side airbags, an antilock brake system, seatbelt warning light, and traction control, the Ford Mustang boasts an above average or better rating in most crash tests. In fact, when it comes to frontal and side impact crashes for the driver and front passenger, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the 2010 Mustang Coupe five stars (out of five).

Ford Mustang v6 Interior

And starting at $21,395, I’d say it balances smart spending with sporty dreams. If you’re looking for that sports car look and not necessarily the sports car feel and speed, then the V6 Base model or V6 Premium might be for you. It certainly makes a cool rental for your out-of-town adventures. However, if you want the rush of your head to bumping the headrest upon mashing the gas, i.e., speed and acceleration, you will have to go with the GT or GT Premium.

Pros: an attractive, safe, sports car package at a great price; even the GT model (~$30,000) has an attractive price for a growling, V8 engine that goes from 0-60 mph in less than 6 seconds.