2021 Ford Mustang Convertible Review: Look Good, Feel Good
In the realm of high-performance sports cars, many people tend to base their evaluations on the black and white figures of their performance proficiencies, with aesthetics playing a supporting role in the decision. With its somewhat ordinary 310-horsepower 4-cylinder EcoBoost engine that accords a sub-five second 0 to 60 mph sprint time, the 2021 Ford Mustang Convertible may not seem like a thrilling or characterful muscle car, but oh boy is it. Yeah, it may not have the poignant and visceral blessings of a muscly V8, but the turbo-four offers all you need for effortless driving pleasure. And despite the added weight and lost chassis rigidity caused by the drop-top, the Mustang Convertible is still fairly quick and handles quite impressively. It's really compliant and comfortable on the road, too, and it offers a modicum of everyday practicality. The Chevrolet Camaro Convertible is the Mustang's nemesis - both are fun, pleasant, and badass cars, but which is better?
Mustang Convertible Exterior
Dimensions
Length | Wheelbase | Height | Max Width | Front Width | Rear Width | Curb Weight |
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188.3 in | 107.1 in | 54.9 in | 75.4 in | 62.3 in | 64.9 in | 3,642.0 lbs |
Mustang Convertible Performance
Engine and Transmission
Beneath the brawny hood of the 2021 Mustang Convertible is a strapping 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4 gas engine that churns out up to 310 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. Opt-in the available High-Performance Package and outputs are boosted to 330 hp. Managing these outputs is a sweet 6-speed manual gearbox or an optional 10-speed automatic transmission, both of which cedes it all to the sports car's rear-wheel drivetrain. Though the Mustang isn't blessed by the immense power and aural pleasure of a burly V8, acceleration responses are still brisk and quick throughout the rev range. Both transmissions are well-calibrated, quick, and smooth, but don't aid the EcoBoost engine in returning good fuel economy figures.
Mustang Convertible Interior
Mustang Convertible Trunk and Cargo Space
Warranty
Basic | Drivetrain | Corrosion | Roadside Assistance |
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3 Years / 36,000 Miles | 5 Years / 60,000 Miles | 5 Years / Unlimited Miles | 5 Years / 60,000 Miles |
Verdict: Is the 2021 Ford Mustang Convertible A Good convertible?
The 2021 Ford Mustang Convertible isn't just a fun and engaging vehicle, but also a really comfortable and somewhat pragmatic one, making it ideal for everyday use. It's a cool-looking 2-door muscle car that you'll want to flaunt and its cabin is modern, stylish, and cozy enough for regular use, albeit a little second-rate in quality. The 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder unit is powerful enough to be quite brisk and entertaining. But, of course, with the absence of a more potent V8 unit, you won't have the genuine muscle car experience in the feel and sound of the Mustang - something the higher-tier V8-equipped Camaro models may offer.
Though the 2021 Ford Mustang Convertible hasn't undergone review by any of the USA's official crashworthiness agencies for a safety rating, Ford has ensured that the sports car comes standard with a comprehensive suite of driver-assist and safety systems. Ford has also maintained a good reliability track record for the sixth-generation Mustang, so if you're looking for a car that's fun, comfortable, and somewhat pragmatic as a daily, you really can't go wrong with the Mustang Convertible.
What Ford Mustang Convertible Model Should I Buy?
Because the Mustang Convertible works so well as an everyday cruiser, we'd recommend going for the top-spec Premium model for the comfort and conveniences features it comes with. Ford presents this 2021 Mustang Convertible at a price of $37,725, which is very much worth paying. Firstly, the basic 4.2-inch infotainment touchscreen and SYNC system are upgraded to an eight-inch touchscreen with Ford's newer SYNC 3 system and both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The front seats are upgraded with heating and cooling, and the cabin is enhanced with aluminum foot pedals, illuminated door-sill scuff plates, ambient lighting, and it receives dual-zone automatic climate control.