With its world-class muscle car performance and friendly price tag, the 2022 Mustang GT Fastback is a very popular trim model. This sports coupe combines the Mustang’s iconic exterior style with its thrilling V8 powertrain. Want to know more? Our buying guide is here to help you consider all of the GT Fastback’s features.
Why choose the 2022 Mustang GT Fastback?
Compared to the Mustang EcoBoost models, the GT Fastback provides a stronger performance with the 450-horsepower V8 engine. Compared to the GT Premium trim, the Mustang GT Fastback helps you save money on the price of a speedy new sports coupe. The Mustang GT doesn’t come standard with the Premium model’s upscale features, but you can add many of them as options, including leather-trimmed front seats.
How much horsepower does the 2022 Mustang GT Fastback have?
With its classic V8 performance, the Mustang GT is a coveted trim model. Thanks to its 450 horsepower, the GT powertrain is big on speed. But you’ll also love this trim model’s outstanding handling and sharp steering, which are thanks in part to its limited-slip rear differential and independent rear suspension. This Mustang also includes launch control, helping you get off to a very quick start, whether you’re at the drag strip or stopped at a red light. At the track, the standard line lock makes it easy to facilitate burnouts.
2022 Ford Mustang GT Fastback performance features:
- 5.0L V8 engine (450 horsepower, 410 lb-ft of torque)
- Six-speed manual transmission with rev matching
- Optional 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
- Vented four-wheel disc power brakes
- Limited-slip rear differential
- Line lock
- Independent rear suspension
- Launch control
Optional GT Performance package:
- 19-inch Ebony Black-painted aluminum wheels
- Summer performance tires
- Brembo six-piston front brakes
- Sport-tuned suspension
- TORSEN limited-slip differential
- Larger radiator
Which features come with the 2022 Mustang GT Fastback?
The GT Fastback not only supplies iconic speed, but it also aims to please, with comfortable front seats and modern infotainment features. The GT includes a Wi-Fi modem and dual USB ports, helping you stay connected from anywhere. The Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of driver aids is also standard. It includes features like automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping assist, which are specially designed to maximize on-road safety.
2022 Ford Mustang GT Fastback features:
- 18-inch machined-face aluminum wheels with high-gloss Ebony Black-painted pockets
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Six-speaker audio system
- FordPass smartphone app remote controls
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Dual Smart-Charging USB ports
- Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety aids (forward collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, automatic high beams)
- Optional dual-zone automatic climate control
- Optional leather-trimmed front seats
- Optional Recaro leather-trimmed front sport seats
- Optional nine-speaker stereo
How much does the 2022 Mustang GT Fastback cost?
The Mustang GT Fastback starts at $36,285, a price that includes all of the trim model’s standard features. If you decide you can’t live without options — like the Recaro front sport seats or nine-speaker audio system — you’re going to be looking at a slightly higher price tag.
Sources:
https://www.edmunds.com/ford/mustang/
https://www.ford.com/cars/mustang/models/gt-fastback/?gnav=vhpnav-specs