We have 279 2015 ford mustang gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 116 1owner cars, and 321 personal use cars. Modern automatics have become so good at what they do from the standpoint of acceleration performance an. Credit ford for fanning the flames with the awesome 5r55s 20052010 mustang gt and 6r80 2011 5. The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In my opinion, its the best bang for your enthusiast buck in the 3040k range, or at least. I take a quick drive in an automatic 2016 mustang gt and compare it to my standardmanual transmission gt.
Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of ford mustang fastback 2. I like them both equally, but chose the automatic for a few reasons. I am pretty young, and although my family had a manual car when i was almost of driving age, my dad got a new car, so i never got to drive it. Basically the shifter is rigidly mounted to the underside of the trans tunnel and there is moveable linkage connecting it to the trans, when the engine and trans torque or rotate under load, it causes a misalignment of the linkage from the shifter. Sep 17, 2014 the 2015 ford mustang ecoboost is the answer to a question that was asked during the last oil crisis. How to decide between an automatic mustang gt or a manual. Its usually less expensive than an automatic vehicle.
As of 2011 only transmission manual or automatic available in ford super duty trucks. Automatic vs manual transmission fox body mustangs which is. May 03, 2017 unless they are willing to fix or replace the trans, walk away. Automatic vs manual page 2 ford mustang ecoboost forum. The difference in price doesnt matter to me as much as making sure whatever i get is going to be reliable and problemfree.
Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang. The 2015 ford mustang is offered in v6, ecoboost, ecoboost premium, gt, gt premium and coupeonly 50 year limited edition trims. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 1118 2015 mustang models nationwide. I have hip and leg problems and at times i am glad i do have the automatic. Bill compares the 2018 mustang gt transmission options and goes over the pros. Pack and both available with either a sixspeed manual or automatic. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time. Two incredibly powerful transmission options came from the factory on the 2015 mustang, the manual and selectshift automatic. The sixspeed manual transmission from getrag, a wellrespected transmission manufacturer in germany, is available in all models to provide mustang owners with the powerful feel that comes from manual shifting.
Newoem ford mustang shelby gt350 6 speed manual shift knob 2015 2019 fr3z72c. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker. Are automatic fox body transmissions better than manual. Climate control heating the interior quickly vehicle with manual climate control vehicle with automatic climate control adjust the fan speed to a high speed press the auto button. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. If you picked up a 2015 20 mustang with an automatic transmission, chances are, you are going to want to add a few mods to get it performing at its best. Used 2015 ford mustang for sale with photos cargurus. May 04, 2014 when it hits showrooms later this year, the redesigned 2015 ford mustang will have plenty of rivals. I drove a buddys 2015 auto, and i didnt feel anywhere near as good as i did when driving a 2015 with the performance pack.
Search over 35,100 listings to find the best local deals. If you drive a lot everyday and it is your only car i would recommend getting an automatic. More powerful mustang gt variants are powered by a 5. The last two years i have daily driven a 2015 mustang gt. Of course there are times when i wish it was a manual but the saving grace is that the ford automatic in my 2012 is 100% great all of the time. Automatic vs manual whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang.
I know they are on two different levels and the new vette hangs with super cars double the price but theres honestly nothing better than driving a mustang with a nice exhaust in a manual. Ive always preferred a manual transmission in a sports car, but for the first time im actually considering the automatic in the mustang ecoboost. Back in 2005 ford went to remote mounted shifter on the manual trans. From detroit pony cars like the chevrolet camaro to muscle cars like dodge challenger to more.
The first true direct boltin mustang replacement driveshaft over 1400 3. After testing two 2018 ford mustang gts with a mere 3pound difference in measured weight, we were taken aback by how much quicker the gt is with its new 10speed automatic 10a sixthan it is. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker than the manual testing and computing to determine a definitive dragrace winner. Should i buy a manual or automatic mustang for everyday. I was a bit shocked to see that the 6 speed automatic mustang. Ive had the good fortune to spent time with the automatic and manual 2015 mustang gt.
Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker than. Hello all, im getting a 2015 mustang gt within the next few months. My father, who turned 17 in 1964, once told me hed have given his left eye for a new mustang then. What is a hammer or ratchet shifter and how does it work.
The clutch is very light and easy to deal with, and the shifter is much better than what ive seen in any other factory mustang. I was able to test drive both types of mustangs last week and still cant make up my mind. I have all decisions made except for the transmission. At the moment i drive an automatic ford taurus but i have done a few lessons driving manual with my uncle ive heard that automatic transmission gets better gas mileage but manual gives you more of. My names alex, i previously owned an 2007 baby v6 in auto. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle. We have a 2015 corvette in auto and the mustang is 6 spd. Read the story and see photos of the new mustang at car and driver.
I like the way the manual felt, certainly seems like. Love the transmission in the corvette with the paddles but the auto mustangs just dont feel the same imo. Basically the shifter is rigidly mounted to the underside of the trans tunnel and there is moveable linkage connecting it to the trans, when the engine and trans torque or rotate under load, it causes. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. I do have the automatic in my 2012 v6 and like it a whole lot. At the moment i drive an automatic ford taurus but i have done a few lessons driving manual with my uncle ive heard that automatic transmission gets better gas mileage but manual gives you more of a driving experience.
The driver has full control over gears and when to shift. Debate automatic vs manual mustangs which is better. Are there more performance upgrades for manual or automatic fox body transmissions. I am looking into purchasing the 2015 model gt in manual, and problem is that i. All of our mustang driveshafts now have 50 series ujoints at both ends. Which, if you were born later than 1979, was blessedly over by the time you arrived. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 155 2015 mustang models nationwide. The 2015 ford mustang s fuel economy is lower than that of the outgoing model, according to figures just released by the epa.
The ford mustang is available as a fastback or as convertible, with one of four engines. At carid you will find the widest choice of premium 2015 ford mustang shift knobs from worldrenowned brands. View and download ford mustang 2015 owners manual online. If you dont have a great reason to have a manual besides preference or nostalgia automatic will. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. This video is about new manual 20 mustang gt vs auto 2015 mustang gt. Used 2015 ford mustang gt coupe rwd for sale with photos. Late model restoration has just what you need to get that sixspeed 6r80, or 10 speed 10r80, auto transmission shifting gears better than ever. For a limited time you can get a heavy duty shaft at the same price as our original shaft. What are the pros and cons of an automatic fox body. Note that the premium trims are only offered on the coupe, but the ecoboost and gt convertible models share the standard equipment of their premium counterparts. Today, however, its not unusual for the exact same car to be slightly quicker with an automatic or automatedmanual transmission. May 21, 2015 the ford mustang gt, with its brawny 5. A stock 20152017 gt with the mt82 manual transmission will run that same quarter mile in.
I want that perfomance package with the brembo, struts and such. Illustration for article titled we drove the 2015 ford mustang. Review 2015 ford mustang gt and ecoboost saddles optional. See, i just bought a 2014 mustang gt in march, on purpose. But im looking at getting a 2018 mustang ecoboost as my daily driver so am looking for opinionsfeedback on whether its best to get the manual or the new 10 speed automatic. Really it comes down to two factors driver involvement and convenience and to a lesser extent how driven by the performance numbers you are. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. Just today, i took a manual driving course with a professional instructor, and i got to drive a chevy cruze manual. The 2015 ford ecoboost mustang is the first 4 cylinder mustang from ford since the 1980s. We tried out both of them backtoback to discover which is better.