Used Ford Mustang

What to know before buying: Ford Mustang

From 4 video reviews and 1 press test · updated 26/09/2026

What the reviews say

• The S550's independent rear suspension makes it engaging in bends, with little body roll and sharp, communicative steering, though the ride is firm on rough roads.[5]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• Rear-seat space is very tight for adults, while the boot's usefulness is limited by a narrow, awkward opening; both 2018 and 2022 reviews note this.[3][5]S550 (sixth generation)
• The 2022 Mach 1 feels sporty but more like a muscular grand tourer than a precision sports car; its suspension handles rough surfaces well and the steering communicates front-end grip.[3]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• The 2018 V8 combines strong performance and an enjoyable manual gearbox with heavy fuel use, restricted visibility and dimensions that make narrow roads awkward.[5]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

Typical faults

• S550 2.3-litre EcoBoost turbo wear is reported after 100,000 km, with power loss and exhaust smoke among the symptoms.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  100 000+ km · 2.3 EcoBoost

• The EcoBoost timing chain can stretch, especially when oil changes were missed; the source cites cold-start rattling and increased fuel consumption.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  2.3 EcoBoost

• The 5.0-litre Coyote is reported to develop valve-cover oil leaks after 70,000 km, with potentially substantial oil consumption.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  70 000+ km · 5.0 Coyote V8

• The 10R80 ten-speed automatic, associated by the source with models from 2019, can jerk at low speeds and overheat in summer.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  2019+

• The six-speed MT-82 manual fitted to V8 models can suffer synchroniser wear around 50,000 km, causing gears to crunch during shifts.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  50 000+ km · 5.0 V8

• A US recall covered 2015–2017 Mustangs because rear-view camera wiring could loosen or become damaged, causing display problems.[2]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

  2015–2017

Which engine and version to take

• If authentic Mustang character is the priority, choose the naturally aspirated 5.0 V8: both carwow reviews favour it for its sound, performance and sense of occasion.[4][5]S550 (sixth generation)

What to avoid

• Avoid a 2.3-litre EcoBoost without verifiable oil-change history: missed servicing is linked to timing-chain stretch, and the source recommends particular scrutiny of EcoBoost cars.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

What to check at the inspection

• Above 100,000 km, insist on complete service history and have the engine and transmission professionally diagnosed, with particular attention to EcoBoost.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• Start an EcoBoost from cold, listen for timing-chain rattle, and check for power loss or exhaust smoke under acceleration.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• Test the 10R80 at low urban speeds and once fully warm, watching for jerky shifts and signs of overheating.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• On an MT-82 car, shift through every gear with the transmission cold and warm; crunching can indicate worn synchronisers.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• On a 2015–2017 car, test the rear-view camera image, inspect its wiring and confirm whether the recall work was completed.[2]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)
• Inspect the wheel arches and sills: the source reports that without rust protection, corrosion can appear after five years, especially where winter salt is used.[1]one sourceS550 (sixth generation)

Verdict

Sources

1. [1]ТопАвто — ТОП проблем Ford Mustang 6 (S550) 2015-2022 | Самые частые неисправности и недостатки · ▶ video
2. [2]tvnet.lv — "Ford" ASV atsauc 330 000 "Mustang" automobiļu · press
3. [3]carwow — Ford Mustang Mach 1 2022 Review · ▶ video
4. [4]carwow — Ford Mustang Convertible 2018 in-depth review | Mat Watson Reviews · ▶ video
5. [5]carwow — Ford Mustang V8 Sports Car 2018 review | Mat Watson Reviews · ▶ video

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