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2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2018 Ford Mustang Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2018 Ford Mustang Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,440

2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500   
Difference: $9,575

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,423

2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500   
Difference: $11,321

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122018
ModelMustangMustang
TrimShelby GT500Shelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $48,810 $55,845
Base Invoice $44,161 $52,773
Electronics Package 2,340  
Paint, special yellow 495 495
Hood stripes 0  
Convenience Package   3,000
Hood stripe   475
Electronics Package 2,036  
Paint, special yellow 431 470
Hood stripes 0  
Convenience Package   2,850
Hood stripe   451
Options (change) 2,835 3,970
Options (change) 2,467 3,771
Destination 795 900
Gas Tax 0 1,300
Total Price $52,440 $62,015
Total Invoice $47,423 $58,744

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2018 Ford Mustang

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,422
Model Year20122018
ModelMustangMustang
TrimShelby GT500Shelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine550hp V8526hp V8
TransmissionM6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/23 MPG14/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 8?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-19295/35-19
Total Price$52,440$62,015
Adjustments for Features0-3,060
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$52,440$58,955
Total Invoice$47,423$58,744
Adjustments for Features0-2,899
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,423$55,845

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Features Comparison: 2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2018 Ford Mustang

Model Year20122018
ModelMustangMustang
TrimShelby GT500Shelby GT350
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active glove box $100
Brake assist $50
High performance brake pads (optional) $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Line lock $50
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags $350
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Drivetrain 
Differential cooler $0
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Front splitter spoiler$200 
Larger rear spoiler $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Aux input$50 
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio$50 
Media drive$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Boost gauge$75 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Outside temperature display $50
Performance meter $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Heated front seats $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Wheels, dark finish $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$1,365$4,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,060
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,899

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Specifications Comparison: 2012 Ford Mustang vs. 2018 Ford Mustang

Model Year20122018
ModelMustangMustang
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase107.1 in107.1 in
Length188.1 in188.5 in
Width73.9 in75.4 in
Height55.6 in54.3 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.3,760 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.0 gal.15.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in37.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in54.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom34.7 in34.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.6 in52.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.8 in47.4 in
Row 2 Legroom29.8 in29.0 in
Cargo Volume13.4 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested100094%
Total Not Requested656%

Option Package Details
2018 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
No leather in second row-300Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
Total Requested192553%
Total Not Requested172547%

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