I've looked online for Mustangs, & recently picked out a couple of then
They are both V6, they look really good. Anyways, is the 300 horsepower V6
worthy of the $22,000 plus price? I'm just looking to save $$, especially on gas which is why I'm keeping away from the 5 liter.

 

Having purchased a new 13 back in May I would say yes its worth it. Its no 420hp V8 don't get me wrong, but its more than enough power to put you back into your seat at WOT.

 

Welcome to TMS, Damon. As DRaider says, the late model Sixes, while not in the same league as the GT's either in power or price are VERY potent machines, and will readily leave most cars on the road today in their dust. Sure, they are quiet, well-mannered, and frugal IRT gas consumption and insurance premiums if you choose to keep a leash on them. However... the 3.7 hits its power band somewhere up around 4000 RPM; let that tach needle climb up to that mark and beyond, and meek little Dr. Jeckyll sprouts a fuzzy face and bitey chompers and turns into Mr. Hyde. Adding the Performance Package to the mix further enhances the oomph served up by the V6.

Rather than taking my word for it, you might want to amble down to the public library and peruse an article in the July, 2012 issue of "Motor Trend" magazine entitled "The Most Fun On Four Wheels Under $28,000". It might be enough to put you over the edge... and right into the driver's seat of one of those Sixes you've been ogling.

 

I purchased a 2014 V6 DIB , with auto trans. and "tec package" back in May.
It has no lack of power for highway use. It drives and handles better then
any car I have ever owned. The MPG on straight open hwy is over 30 mpg
unless I do too many stop and go's.....then the MPG's will average in the mid
20's. But if I drive a steady 65 mph on a flat interstate hwy I can average at
least 35 mpg.
Don't take our word for the 3.7's power.....test drive one and see for yourself.

 

Appreciate your feedback.

 

Thank u for the friendly greeting. Good to be here & appreciate ur response.

 

I'm eager to take 1 out for a drive.

 

Mine is a 2014 with automatic and no performance upgrades and I echo the above. There is more than enough power, it handles amazingly well, and I've gotten as high as 32 MPG on the highway.

 

I wish the 5.0 got that kind of mileage. It would be neat if they made a 3.7 litre V8 that got that kind of mileage with 300 horsepower. I just prefer the sound of a V8 over a V6.

 

i have owned both...i was pretty happy with 2 yrs i owned a V6.. sadly it got totaled n then when i was in the market car hunting i took a test drive of GT...signed contract within 2hrs due to adrenaline rush after the ride...so dont test drive GT or GT500s you will be happy for life with V6... just my opinion.

 

[QUOTE=Mickstang;6695601]Welcome to TMS, Damon. As DRaider says, the late model Sixes, while not in the same league as the GT's either in power or price are VERY potent machines, and will readily leave most cars on the road today in their dust. Sure, they are quiet, well-mannered, and frugal IRT gas consumption and insurance premiums if you choose to keep a leash on them. However... the 3.7 hits its power band somewhere up around 4000 RPM; let that tach needle climb up to that mark and beyond, and meek little Dr. Jeckyll sprouts a fuzzy face and bitey chompers and turns into Mr. Hyde. Adding the Performance Package to the mix further enhances the oomph served up by the V6.

Rather than taking my word for it, you might want to amble down to the public library and peruse an article in the July, 2012 issue of "Motor Trend" magazine entitled "The Most Fun On Four Wheels Under $28,000". It might be enough to put you over the edge... and right into the driver's seat of one of those Sixes you've been ogling.[/QUOTE


Thanks for your advice. I'll look into that mag

 

[QUOTE=Damondogg;6695887]Beautiful convertible!

 

I bought the V6 for $ saving both purchase price and fuel economy. I am 50 and this is my first vehicle that is not V8. I miss the low speed driving torque feel of the V8 but the V6 will get up and go as long as the revs are up a little.