2010 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2010 Ford Mustang’s biggest change is a major exterior and interior refresh. It also gains standard stability control across the lineup, while the GT’s V8 rises to 315 horsepower.
About the 2010 Ford Mustang
5th generation Mustang (2005-2014), major 2010 refresh year.
Ford positioned the 2010 Mustang as a fast, fun, attainable American sports coupe or convertible with classic rear-drive character. The core appeal was emotional rather than purely practical: unmistakable styling, a choice of V6 or V8 power, and a much nicer cabin than before. Versus rivals, the Mustang leaned on heritage, simple controls, strong straight-line performance, and the ability to be either a daily driver or a weekend toy depending on trim.
The 2010 lineup ranges from a simpler V6 base model to leather-equipped Premium versions and V8-powered GT models. GT Premium adds Ford’s SYNC voice-controlled media system and upgraded audio, while the Shelby GT500 tops the range with a 540-horsepower supercharged V8, a six-speed manual transmission, Brembo front brakes, and a performance-tuned suspension.
What changed, by category
2010 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V6, 4.0 Liter | V8, 4.6 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.4L |
| Transmission | Manual, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 5-Spd w/Overdrive | Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 18 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | 14 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 315 hp | 210 hp | 210 hp | 315 hp | 540 hp |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft | 510 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 9.6–13.4 cu-ft | 9.6–13.4 cu-ft | 9.6–13.4 cu-ft | 9.6–13.4 cu-ft | 9.6–13.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.8 in | 29.8 in | 29.8 in | 29.8 in | 29.8 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Automatic Headlights | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| HID Headlights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2010 Ford Mustang fully redesigned?
No. The 2010 Mustang received a major mid-cycle refresh rather than an all-new generation. Ford substantially revised the exterior and cabin but retained the fifth-generation platform and rear-wheel-drive layout.
What safety features changed on the 2010 Ford Mustang?
Electronic stability control became standard on every 2010 Mustang, including the Shelby GT500. Ford also made its SOS Post-Crash Alert System standard across the range.
Did the 2010 Ford Mustang GT get more horsepower?
Yes. The 2010 Mustang GT’s 4.6-liter V8 makes 315 horsepower, up from 300 horsepower for 2009, thanks to a new cold-air induction system.
How did the Mustang trim lineup change for 2010?
The GT Deluxe was renamed GT for 2010, and a Base trim joined the lineup. The Deluxe and Shelby GT500KR trims were dropped.
What distinguishes the 2010 Shelby GT500 from other Mustangs?
The 2010 Shelby GT500 is the range-topping performance model, with a 540-horsepower supercharged 5.4-liter V8, a six-speed manual transmission, Brembo front brakes, and a performance-tuned suspension. It also received the refreshed body and upgraded cabin used across the 2010 Mustang range.