2017 Ford Mustang 2.3L Convertible Premium
Test Drive
Written by Marco Carvajal
Photographs by Marco Carvajal
The 2.3L GTDI I-4 Engine kicks out 310 hp and 320 lb.-ft. of torque and is one of four Mustang engines – all designed to transmit the senses with pulse-raising torque and a strong roar
2017 Mustang Premium Convertible4 seats Engine 2.3L GTDI I-4 EngineTransmission 6-speed manual transmission (Standard)6-Speed Select Shift Automatic transmission with paddle shifters (Optional)Horsepower 310 @ 5500 (93-octane fuel)Fuel Capacity 15.5 galTorque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) 320 @ 3000 (93-octane fuel)Fuel economy 20 city/28 hwy/23 combined Estimated MPG |
Introduction
For many drivers, this is the perfect companion of the American dream, if you own your house, have a great job, a family and a Ford Mustang, then you made it! For those who love sport look and a strong engine the mustang is a dream car. The price goes around $35,000 and up, very good price for such an iconic car. For some, especially those proud to be Americans, the mustang is more appealing and “cool” than a Ferrari, porche, or Lamborghini, with the advantage of such a low price for such a strong engine and sporty look.
The 2017 Mustang Premium Convertible was developed for adrenaline-pumping performance. Its 2.3L GTDI I-4 Engine kicks out 310 hp and 320 lb.-ft. of torque and is one of four Mustang engines. All designed to transmit the senses with pulse-raising torque and a strong roar. The 2017 Mustang Convertible top provides quick and quiet operation. It features a center latch to make opening and closing from the driver’s seat easier. Mustang singles out with its high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps with signature LED lighting and LED tri-bar taillamps with the famous Mustang sequential turn signals.
This model is equipped with Launch Control (advanced system that provides excellent torque balance, grip and acceleration, so one can drive like the pros), Electronic Line-Lock (keeps the front brakes locked while releasing the rear brakes, letting accelerate to spin and warm up the rear tires to enhance grip) and Selectable Drive Modes.
Engine
The 2.3L EcoBoost engine provides 310 hp and 320 lb.-ft. of torque. Perfectly sized twin-scroll turbocharger separates the exhaust runners in two chambers that run directly to the turbine. This gives high-pulse energy to the turbine wheel, providing immediate time-to-torque.
- 3L GTDI I-4 Engine
- Transmission 6-speed manual transmission (Standard)
- Horsepower 310 @ 5500 (93-octane fuel)
- Fuel Capacity 5 gal
- Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) 320 @ 3000 (93-octane fuel)
- Fuel economy 20 city/28 hwy/23 combined Estimated MPG
Prices and Versions
The 2017 Mustang is represented in 10 available models to fit any design whims and preferences. They are:
- 2017 MUSTANG V6 FASTBACK
- 2017 MUSTANG ECOBOOST FASTBACK
- 2017 MUSTANG V6 CONVERTIBLE
- 2017 MUSTANG ECOBOOST PREMIUM FASTBACK
- 2017 MUSTANG GT FASTBACK
- 2017 MUSTANG ECOBOOST PREMIUM CONVERTIBLE
- 2017 MUSTANG GT PREMIUM FASTBACK
- 2017 MUSTANG GT PREMIUM CONVERTIBLE
- 2017 MUSTANG SHELBY GT350
- 2017 MUSTANG SHELBY GT350R
| Model | Price |
| 2017 Mustang EcoBoost
Premium Convertible |
$35,695 |
Lease price starting at $381/per month
Exterior
It seems impossible to take one’s eyes off Mustang, as it has individual style with a sleek and sporty design. The 2017 Mustang has standard HID headlamps and signature LED tri-bar taillamps with sequential turn signals. To satisfy customer’s preferences, it has dual exhaust pipes standard on all models and air extractor hood vents on GT models. Mustang also offers 12 available wheel designs ranging from 17 inches to 20 inches.
Exterior features include:
- Automatic headlamps with wiper activation
- Blade decklid spoiler
- Dual bright exhaust with slashed cut tips
- HID headlamps with signature lighting
- LED fog lamps
- LED sequential taillamps
- Mirrors – body-color, heated with integrated blind spot mirrors and turn signal indicators
- Pony projection lights
- Rear diffuser
Optional
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Decklid spoiler delete
- Voice-activated Navigation System
Interior
The interior of 2017 Mustang Premium Convertible is the same sporty as its exterior look. It attracts with Shelby-exclusive aluminum trim, leather steering wheel and a six-way power-adjustable leather-trimmed driver and front passenger seats, which are heated and cooled. The driver’s seat includes power lumbar support and available driver memory.
Seating:
- 4-way adjustable front head restraints
- 6-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar control
- 6-way power front-passenger seat
- Heated and cooled front seats
- Leather-trimmed front bucket seats
- Memory driver’s seat, mirrors and ambient lighting (optional)
Climate:
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
Entertainment Systems:
- AM/FM stereo with single CD player and 9 speakers with amplifier
- SiriusXM Radio
- SYNC 3
- Two smart-charging USB ports
- HD Radio (Optional)
- Shaker Pro Audio System with 12 speakers including subwoofer and amplifier (Optional)
Comfort and Convenience:
- Active Noise Cancellation
- Aluminum finish instrument cluster
- Aluminum foot pedals
- Ambient Lighting
- Bright door speaker, cup holder, air vent and instrument cluster surrounds
- Cabin air filter
- Center console with full armrest
- Chrome-accent 4-gauge instrument cluster
- Easy Fuel capless fuel filler
- Electronic locking center console
- Illuminated sill plates, locking glove compartment
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Interior trunk release
- Leather-wrapped parking brake handle
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls
- Map pockets – backside of driver and front-passenger seats (N/A with optional RECARO seats)
- MyKey
- Power driver and passenger windows with global open
- Powerpoints – 2
- Premium door trim
- Dual Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors
- Track Apps
- Universal Garage Door Opener
Safety
- 3-point safety belt restraint system for all seating positions
- Glove Box Door Integrated Knee Airbag
- Belt-Minder front safety belt reminder
- Driver’s knee airbag
- Dual front airbags
- Front-seat side-impact airbags
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children)
- Personal Safety System for driver and front passenger
- Rear view camera
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System
Security
- Illuminated entry
- Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Perimeter alarm
- Remote keyless entry system
- Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
Conclusion
A mustang is an icon, it has a lot of history, and to make it even better Ford keeps reinventing the mustang and is able to impress and attract the new generations with this beautiful and cool car. If you like to own a car that can impress with its look and power, but don’t want to spend all your budget, then the Ford Mustang is a great car to buy.
The all new 2017 Mustang Premium Convertible first attracts with its sporty and bold design, provoking for a fast and exciting driving experience. It also inspires with its sporty interior design, giving maximum comfort with different driving modes and a raw of conveniences, designed for a driver. Sporty position of seats provides abundant travel for comfortable positioning.
It also includes different safety systems promising sport drive can be also safe. As Mustang presents 10 models available, it is easy to pick your perfect characteristics and enjoy this powerful, unique and legendary vehicle.
I loved the design, the sound of the engine and again I loved the price. Go Mustang!
