I take a quick drive in an automatic 2016 mustang gt and compare it to my standardmanual transmission gt. Late model restoration has just what you need to get that sixspeed 6r80, or 10 speed 10r80, auto transmission shifting gears better than ever. Used 2015 ford mustang for sale with photos cargurus. Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great.
It certainly fulfills its ponycar mission, delivering big horsepower in a practical package. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Credit ford for fanning the flames with the awesome 5r55s 20052010 mustang gt and 6r80 2011 5. Ford mustang with an automatic so much quicker than the manual. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker. 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. While i do like the ecoboost turbo four cylinder mustang, if i bought a 2015 mustang for myself, id choose. If the gt 350 is to come out with an automatic transmission, it will most likely be special transmission made for shelby just like the manual. How to decide between an automatic mustang gt or a manual. A stock 20152017 gt with the mt82 manual transmission will run that same quarter mile in 12. The gear changes are quick when compared to manual transmissions. Be sure to doublecheck what rear axle you have before picking up your new rear gears. Modern automatics have become so good at what they do from the standpoint of acceleration performance an.
I have all decisions made except for the transmission. Thats roughly a ten car length difference at the end of the track. Sep 17, 2014 a look at the similarities in styling across the 2015 ford mustang trimlines the 2015 ford mustang in triple yellow. Ive had the good fortune to spent time with the automatic and manual 2015 mustang gt.
Since 1964, the mustang has been the place to find a large v8, a manual transmission and a solid rear axle. We tried out both of them backtoback to discover which is better. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. Oct 14, 2018 really it comes down to two factors driver involvement and convenience and to a lesser extent how driven by the performance numbers you are. 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.
It is available for manual or automatic equipped mustang gts. Hello all, im getting a 2015 mustang gt within the next few months. 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. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 ford mustang and 2016 ford mustang. This package was modeled after our very successful m8a power pack 2 for 2015 2017 mustang gts. I like them both equally, but chose the automatic for a few reasons. This beefy v8 engine delivers a seemingly endless reservoir of power, making the 2015 ford mustang gt a sports car that will push you back in your seat and put a smile on your face. For comparisons sake, take a bone stock 2018 gt which runs roughly an 11. A look at the similarities in styling across the 2015 ford mustang trimlines the 2015 ford mustang in triple yellow. The 2015 roush stage 3 mustang is ford fanboys answer to their mopar buddies with challenger hellcats in their garages. Mustang gets new ford performance calibration, gets even faster. Illustration for article titled we drove the 2015 ford mustang. Why is the 2018 ford mustang with an automatic so much quicker than the manual.
First, on the skidpad, mts 2015 mustang gt pulled 0. A v6 with an automatic is 3,530 pounds up just 12 pounds, followed by the ecoboost with a manual 3,532 pounds. I live in sea, where there are only 2 available trim levels for the mustang, the base ecoboost and the top of the line performance pack and everything gt. Being able to press a pedal to the floor and going fast doesnt equate to being a good road course driver. And now it might be time to part ways with it, because the 2015 mustang gt is pretty special. New manual 20 mustang gt vs auto 2015 mustang gt youtube. How to decide between an automatic mustang gt or a manual quora. Few cars have garnered more attention than the new american performance trifecta. Much more so than owners of other models, mustang drivers like to take control and shift for themselves.
Search from 763 ford mustangs for sale, including a certified 2015 ford mustang 50 years coupe, a used 2015 ford mustang 50 years, and a used 2015 ford mustang 50 years coupe. Also, its not everyday that a bentley continental gt driver cranes his. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2015 ford mustang coupe 2d gt v8. Automatic 2015 mustang gt vs manual 2015 mustang gt. If someone offered you a mercedes gt or a ford mustang but stipulated you. Auto 15 mustang gt vs manual 15 mustang gt youtube. The last and only mustang i have owned was a candy apple red 1968 289 automatic coupe.
So the energy impact score is still below average at 17. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker than. A competent driver will leave you and your auto behind. Fortunately, the allnew 2015 mustang delivers improvements to both the manual and automatic transmissions of the iconic pony car, delivering a shifting experience that will be better than in any previous pony, according to ford.
Manual vs automatic on a 2018 gt so i just woke up to really startling news. A performance package gt with a beefed up suspension, brembos, and 3. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Sold 1998 svt mustang cobra 120k miles t56 magnum 6speed. Government fuel economy ratings for a manual gt come in at 15city, 25highway, and 19combined. This is due to the debut of the 10r80 10speed automatic transmission, new to the mustang for the 2018 model year. Hello everyone, my names alex, i previously owned an 2007 baby v6 in auto. The 2015 ford mustang gt comes equipped with a 435 hp 5. If someone offered you a mercedes gt or a ford mustang but stipulated you must. Do manual cars hold their value better than an automatic transmission. I am looking into purchasing the 2015 model gt in manual, and problem is that i.
Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 7 2015 mustang models nationwide. A stock 20152017 gt with the mt82 manual transmission will run that same quarter mile in. A gt with the performance pack and a manual transmission ran the sprint in just 4. Aug 24, 2015 fords mustang is as american as the hot dog and kfc double down, but for 2015 it received an internationallyfocused makeover. We have 221 2015 ford mustang gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 85 1owner cars, and 250 personal use cars.
Used 2015 ford mustang gt coupe rwd for sale with photos. Bill compares the 2018 mustang gt transmission options and goes over the pros and cons of each. Really it comes down to two factors driver involvement and convenience and to a lesser extent how driven by the performance numbers you are. Pack and both available with either a sixspeed manual or automatic.
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