Your thoughts on the v6 Mustang

[smav03]

How big of a difference does the gears make. In Canada it comes with the 3.15 and you can get the 3.55 for an additional $500.

Which would be better? whats the difference?

I felt the gears made a big difference. With the 3.73's, the engine will run higher revs for any given speed compared to 3.15's. if you look at the v6's torque curve, all the torque is above 3k. the car will stay in the torque-ier part of the curve while you're driving it around.
The other part of the equation is the tune- the computer program that determines shift points. the stock tune is programmed more for mileage than performance. you can overcome this with your driving style, i.e. use of the throttle, or a custom tune. I understand you're trying to keep costs down, so use the throttle method.

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[pumxee]

It seems most people have similar views as my own in terms of the v6 and its reliability.
There was a comment earlier that said "if I dont care about performance, get the v6".

The v6 still has 300 HP and 280 torque... If its anything like my 2012 v6 it should be a solid engine with some good pull. Thoughts?

 

[paul123]

v6s are rental cars. No but seriously, I would've possibly gotten it if they offered a premium option but outdated interiors are not my style. Plus EB is faster better mpg, etc..

V6 (autos) are rental cars. You aren't going to rent a V6 manual, at least in the States. Actually you can rent a V8 Auto, along with Charger V8, Benz, Corvette, etc. at airport rentals. Don't let this sway you.

EB is supposed to be more fun, but it cost more than the V6. And I am partial to a naturally aspirated engine, perceiving them to be more reliable. That may or may not be true but I am old school.

I skipped on the premium / leather. For me, that's cash better saved, or deployed into a supercharger. Ignore the contradiction from my previous paragraph. :headbonk:

 

[Waldorf]

If you've had a 2012 3.7, you know they really wake up at 3 grand. If your main use is in and around town, opt for the 3.55's. Won't take much of a hit (if at all) in mileage. On the highway, you will take a hit. Also, how long are you planning on keeping it? An N/A engine generally requires less maintenance and/or repairs over time. The 3.7 is like the Coyote... tried and true.

Oh... and BBB: 10... 9... 8... 7... :lol:

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[six_shooter]

The V6 is a very fun car. Either the ecoboost or V6 is a good choice. A lot of people on this forum will rag on both the V6 and ecoboost, which I do not understand. The GT and V6/Eco are totally different price brackets. Depending on where you live the difference between a base V6 and GT can be 8-10k. The more "base" models Ford sells the cheaper the car becomes to produce.

For the money both are great choices. I've had my V6 for 10 months and I still love driving it everyday. It still puts a smile on my face when I drop a few gears and floor it. It's quick, sounds good and is pretty economical on gas. It will get out of its own way and more than hold it's own in the sub 25k price bracket that it slots into.

The aftermarket is now coming around for the V6, but the Eco has far better aftermarket support. The gains on the Eco from just a tune and bolt-ons are pretty impressive. For me personally, I chose the V6 over the Eco because the price increase was a little too much. I preferred the V6 sound, and I also wanted the ability to retain full power on 87 gas. The last bit was important for me because I put 120 miles a day on my car. It has very reliable so far at 25k miles. No problems yet, but it is basically brand new still.

I guess it comes down to what is important to you. You haven't really said what your goal for the car is. Want to make the most out of a tune and bolt ons? Go Eco. Want a cheap, reliable Mustang that has a nice sound with a simple exhaust upgrade? Go V6.

 

[plc268]

The V6 is a solid choice, but got neutered by Ford to make the ecoboost more appealing. No premium trim and wimpy wheels/tires. Doesn't need 93 octane like the ecoboost to make its power, and if I recall has more power at 87 octane. It's a solid motor, and has a decent amount of grunt. Pulls just as hard as a GT from 5 years ago.

 

[pumxee]

Well I would intend to keep it for atleast 4-5 years. Calgary is a highway city so Id probably stick with the stock gears in an effort to get better MPG on the highway.

 

[zackmd1]

For me the V6 made the most sense for what I needed. I needed a reliable car that was easy on gas but still made decent power. Now you might say that is the EB but lets look at the facts. The EB is better on gas on the highway but that only holds as long as you keep it out of boost. Once you go into boost that MPG advantage vanishes. Add to that the fact that the EB needs 93 in order to make full power you would end up paying about the same per month in gas as the 6. (for reference the EB ratings drop to 275hp and 300tq on 87, the 6 makes 300hp and 280 on 87)

Another issue with the EB in my book is that it is direct injected. DI engines always have carbon buildup issues at some point. The question is at what milage will EB owners start to feel the effects. That was something I was not going to take a chance on as I have already put 40k miles on my 6 after only a year.

So in the end... I feel that the V6 is a great ALL AROUND choice. Yea it will not respond as well as the EB to mods but it is a proven engine with solid reliability. For me it has decent power and MPG (I usually get 27 combined mpg on 87)

 

[zackmd1]

Get the EB, it's faster and gets better mileage

Mileage is only better as long as you stay out of boost. Lets not forget that. Add to that the fact that the EB needs 93 to make full power and your money savings from better MPG vanish.

 

[Waldorf]

Well I would intend to keep it for atleast 4-5 years. Calgary is a highway city so Id probably stick with the stock gears in an effort to get better MPG on the highway.

Just put your "needs" ahead of your "wants" in the list. Sounds like you're putting a plan together. The wants are important, but needs should come first. Prevents a lot of "Oh sh!t" down the road. AKA: "buyer's remorse". ;)

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[pumxee]

Just put your "needs" ahead of your "wants" in the list. Sounds like you're putting a plan together. The wants are important, but needs should come first. Prevents a lot of "Oh sh!t" down the road. AKA: "buyer's remorse". ;)

That is all...

Yeah man I am a practical person. So the price point plus to ongoing costs are a big deal for me. As for the bells and whistles I would've liked the MFT but as I understand it Zackmd has done a fantastic job on an MFT replacement for the base. So I think I will definitely go with the v6. It just makes more sense.

 

[MagneticA]

I daily drive my v6. Never had I more enjoyable commute for $24K. I expect the engine/car to serve me well for at least a decade. It has plenty of giddy-up that you can feel and hear. I personally like the upgraded look of the 51a fogs/wheels. I've owned this car for slightly over a year now. I still get thumbs up, compliments, and drools. Matter of fact, I just picked her up from the Ford dealership after an oil change and I got numerous compliments from the workers. At the price point, this car will give you many smiles per miles. Enjoy.

 

[Bay1Stang]

It seems most people have similar views as my own in terms of the v6 and its reliability.
There was a comment earlier that said "if I dont care about performance, get the v6".

The v6 still has 300 HP and 280 torque... If its anything like my 2012 v6 it should be a solid engine with some good pull. Thoughts?

If you're referring to me that's not what I meant. I said if performance isn't your top performance go for the V6. In my case reliability was more important.

I love mine. The power is more than enough for me, especially where I live. It looks, sounds, and feels great.

If performance is your top priority though you should go with the EB or GT. EB you can tune for a more power for cheap and the GT is in the performance class of its own.

 

[Brad]

Mileage is only better as long as you stay out of boost. Lets not forget that. Add to that the fact that the EB needs 93 to make full power and your money savings from better MPG vanish.

I averaged 25mpg on 26psi of boost, 91 octane, making over 400hp.

 

[smav03]

It seems most people have similar views as my own in terms of the v6 and its reliability.
There was a comment earlier that said "if I dont care about performance, get the v6".

The v6 still has 300 HP and 280 torque... If its anything like my 2012 v6 it should be a solid engine with some good pull. Thoughts?

it'll have plenty of pull. you'll see on the thorough test drive you give it. I know it's heresy on this website but check out the v6 Camaro. it's rated at 335 HP. exhaust note is getting rave reviews, too.

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