2021 Ford Mustang vs. 2022 Ford Mustang
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Ford Mustang and 2022 Ford Mustang contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Ford Mustang and the 2022 Ford Mustang.
When we compare the 2021 Ford Mustang's and the 2022 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Mustang has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 Ford Mustang and 2022 Ford Mustang have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford Mustang's and the 2022 Ford Mustang's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Mustang is a better car than the 2022 Ford Mustang.
Pricing: A used 2021 Ford Mustang ranges from $23,343 to $83,255 while a used 2022 Ford Mustang is priced between $24,475 to $95,879.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2021 Ford Mustang and the 2022 Ford Mustang both lose 26.2 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Mustang is 8.5 out of 10. Ford Mustang is ranked 1 out of 15 Best Sports Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Ford Mustang is 8.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2021 Ford Mustang and the 2022 Ford Mustang makes 310 horsepower. Both the Mustang and the Mustang are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Ford Mustang has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,205
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,748
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$25,000 - $33,045
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$32,085 - $125,767
Starting MSRP:
$27,470
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,787
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$25,000 - $35,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$37,360
Price Range:
$23,343 - $83,255
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$30,700
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$25,191 - $37,360
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
840
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
34,350
# Good or Great Deals:
316
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$41,530
Price Range:
$24,475 - $95,879
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$33,152
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$28,302 - $41,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,387
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
41,206
# Good or Great Deals:
515
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Ford Mustang
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
8.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
5.9 - 12.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 Ford Mustang
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
10
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
6.9 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.8%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.6 - 4.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.2 - 6.6
Ford Mustang Rankings
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9 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
2022 Ford Mustang Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.089 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.088 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
82.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3491 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3515 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Antimatter Blue / Velocity Blue
Gray
Carbonized Grey
Orange
Twister Orange Tri-Coat
Red
Race Red / Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Yellow
Grabber Yellow
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Atlas Blue / Grabber Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray / Dark Matter Gray
Orange
Cyber Orange Metallic Tri-Coat
Red
Race Red / Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Yellow
Not available
Green
Eruption Green
Purple
Mischievous Purple
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Dark Ceramic
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Dark Ceramic
