Probably an optional engine, not the base. 330 hp from 2.3L sounds expensive. I'll also eat my hat if they go the 200,000 miles you can typically expect from a "normal" engine without major problems.
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Originally Posted by DaBears
It makes sense. Im willing to bet that they could get 33-34 MPG out of a turbo 4 for the mustang, especially since the new stang is gonna weigh less.
I think they are aiming at this.
Base Mustang - Turbo 4 with 330 HP
"pony package" - V6 with 350 or more HP
GT- 5.0 V8 POSSIBLY bumped up to 450 HP?
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I'd say with a size/weight reduction, minor aerodynamic improvements, and direct injection, the current 3.7L V6 could get 33-34. They already get a 31 rating, and when driven gently, some guys are actually getting 35 or better on the highway.
450 horse from the 5.0 in the next gen sounds about right. They left a lot on the table with the current ones. The 2015 will almost certainly have direct injection. Make it smaller and lighter, and THAT engine may come close to cracking a 30 EPA highway rating. (Ok, maybe 28-29).