Any V8 fans seriously considering the turbo I4, and why?

[Patio208]

I'm curious if any one who would normally prefer a GT is considering the 4 cylinder turbo model? I'm a life long believer in Mustangs having V8's but my curiosity in the turbo model is growing for several reasons. Concern over a price increase among them. I'll be honest theses thoughts are bothering me a bit. Just wondering how others feel.

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[Free Agent]

Hey a fellow G8 GT owner, cool.

I would not although I can see where some could. It seems you can turn up the boost and get roughly V8 power and torque at a lower weight. Interesting but I want the V8 sound, reliability and greater power potential.

Wonder what others think?

 

[TearTheHorizon]

I am, the turbo four will produce the exact output of my Marauder come release date. With exactly half the cylinders, and half the displacement.

With a lighter car, better suspension, and the same power as I had pre-tune (but the 2.3 would get tuned as well, I'm sure with higher rewards too) that's all I need.

 

[Ericc B]

I am 100% sure I will buy the I4.

The reason is simple: I refuse to pay the $65,000 environmental taxes that come with buying a V8 over here.

 

[zerot]

While there are many that will only buy a V8, I bet the fact that there's not a lot of visual differences and they left off the ecoboost badging will help nudge people to jump ship from the V8 camp.

The tunability of the 4 will be huge. Interested to see how it handles if there is a significant difference with the 8 given the better weight and distribution.

Sound is a big unknown and could be a problem. There's only so much you can do with 4 cylinders.

 

[Patio208]

@free agent, I would miss the sound more than I can explain in words.

PS. I love my G8 but it is pretty silent for a 6 liter V8

 

[nametoshowothers]

i have a long commute, i think the I4 would be a perfect compromise and can keep the shelby for weekends and track days - save a little on fuel,

 

[likeaboss]

I am 100% sure I will buy the I4.

The reason is simple: I refuse to pay the $65,000 environmental taxes that come with buying a V8 over here.

Got to love socialism! :(

 

[Ziganrev]

i have a long commute, i think the I4 would be a perfect compromise and can keep the shelby for weekends and track days - save a little on fuel,

Almost exactly my thought. I want a daily driver Mustang. I drive 80+ miles a day. I already have one that I can only afford to drive 1-2 times a month.

 

[Twin Turbo]

Has to be a V8 for me.............it'd be a weekend plaything, anyway

 

[NitroMustang65]

It's a definite maybe LOL Why, in no particular order:

1. Price - it would most likely sticker at about the same price my premium '05 GT did, around $28500 or so. At my age I cannot justify a GT at nearly $40K with the options I'd want. I'm 48 and the payment for a GT would be stupid even with my trade, and that money can be much better used in a Roth IRA.
2. Roughly the same stock hp as my car, but 200lb lighter - hold on to your butts
3. And a distant 3rd - fuel economy

 

[Ziganrev]

Im honestly looking forward to the fuel numbers. If the V6 and EB4 have similar performance numbers and the EB4 only gets 2-3 more MPG, then its not worth it. But if the EB4 has 6-7 MPG more then the extra cost would be more palatable for me.

 

[HGFireHazard]

I can't justify it. Not yet.

There may be a point here down the road where most V8's become so expensive due to CAFE and other regulations and/or manufacturers stop offering them.

I think when those days arrive that Ford will offer a turbo 6 that is comparable to the 8 just as now we are getting the turbo 4 with power of the 6. This first step will warm up the Mustang folk to a lower displacement and cylinder motor to prep us for the blow of the V8 becoming out of reach for most people in the not too distant future.

BUT, until that day arrives, it has to be a V8 for me.

 

[Patio208]

@nitromustang65, yeah those are the 3 reasons I'm considering a change. With the exception being my age ;). You nailed it on the 2005 price being similar. It's hard to justify the money for a GT with about a $10k increase over the last GT I personally owned. I understand the tech and standard features are far superior but it's just worth considering in my opinion. But I wouldn't be shocked if a GT finds itself in my garage in the end :shrug:

 

[NitroMustang65]

@nitromustang65, yeah those are the 3 reasons I'm considering a change. With the exception being my age ;). You nailed it on the 2005 price being similar. It's hard to justify the money for a GT with about a $10k increase over the last GT I personally owned. I understand the tech and standard features are far superior but it's just worth considering in my opinion. But I wouldn't be shocked if a GT finds itself in my garage in the end :shrug:

Exactly - that $10K difference is a deal killer pure and simple. However, the heart can over rule the mind. One test drive in a GT and I could be done for LOL:headbonk:

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