2009 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main 2009 change is the six-trim lineup: Deluxe, Premium, GT Deluxe, GT Premium, Shelby GT500 and Shelby GT500KR. Mechanically, it is a light-update year, with carryover engines and chassis plus richer Premium-trim cabins and 45th-anniversary badging.
About the 2009 Ford Mustang
Fifth generation (S197), final year of the original 2005-2009 styling before the 2010 facelift.
Ford positions the 2009 Mustang as a classic American rear-drive sporty coupe or convertible with a wide spread of personalities. The brochure’s “There’s a steed for every need” line fits the lineup well: a V6 for style-first buyers, a GT for traditional V8 muscle, and Shelby models for serious straight-line and track-minded performance. What sets this Mustang apart is its old-school look, simple controls, strong identity, and the way one basic model family stretches from everyday cruiser to supercharged halo car.
The 2009 Mustang ranges from the straightforward V6 Deluxe to the V8-powered GT models, while Premium versions emphasize a more polished cabin with ambient lighting, custom-color gauges and upgraded audio. The supercharged Shelby GT500 adds Brembo front brakes and sport-tuned suspension, while the coupe-only GT500KR uses more specialized suspension parts, a carbon-composite hood and a short-throw shifter.
What changed, by category
2009 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.4L | V8, Supercharged, 5.4L |
| Transmission | Auto, 5-Spd Overdrive | Auto, 5-Spd Overdrive | Manual, 5-Spd Overdrive | Manual, 5-Spd Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 23 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 210 hp | 210 hp | 300 hp | 300 hp | 500 hp | 500 hp |
| Torque | 240 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft | 320 lb-ft | 320 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft | 480 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | ||
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft | 12.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in | 31 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Anti-Lock Brakes | ||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||
| Traction Control | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| HID Headlights | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Bluetooth | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Power Locks | ||||||
| Power Steering | ||||||
| Power Windows | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2009 Ford Mustang a redesigned model?
No. The 2009 Mustang keeps the original 2005-2009 body shape and is the final model year before the 2010 facelift.
Did the 2009 Mustang get different engines from the 2008 model?
No. The 4.0-liter V6, 4.6-liter GT V8 and supercharged Shelby V8 setups carry over without a significant lineup-wide mechanical change.
What changed inside the 2009 Mustang Premium trims?
The Premium trims gain ambient cabin lighting, MyColor custom-color gauge lighting and upgraded interior trim. These are the most noticeable equipment updates for 2009.
Does every 2009 Mustang have 45th-anniversary details?
The 2009 Mustang receives model-year-specific 45th-anniversary badging across the familiar body design. It does not mark a full exterior redesign.
What trims make up the 2009 Ford Mustang lineup?
The 2009 lineup consists of Deluxe, Premium, GT Deluxe, GT Premium, Shelby GT500 and Shelby GT500KR. The first two use the V6, the GT models use a V8, and the Shelby models use a supercharged V8.