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2017 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2017 Ford Mustang was a light-update year, and most of the lineup carried over. The main change was that every Shelby GT350 gained the former Track Package hardware as standard equipment.
About the 2017 Ford Mustang
6th generation (S550), third pre-refresh model year before the major 2018 update.
Ford positions the Mustang as an everyday sports car with a broad personality range: classic long-hood styling, rear-wheel drive, coupe or convertible body styles, and engines ranging from a simple V6 to turbo four, V8, and Shelby track hardware. What sets the model apart is that it mixes straight-line muscle-car appeal with a more modern independent rear suspension, usable cabin tech, and enough trim spread to serve relaxed cruising, open-top driving, or serious track-day use.
The 2017 range spans the straightforward V6, turbocharged EcoBoost, 5.0-liter V8 GT, and track-focused Shelby GT350 models. Premium trims pair leather-trimmed seats with an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, while the GT350 uses a high-revving 5.2-liter V8, a six-speed manual, powerful Brembo brakes, and adaptive suspension.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Shelby GT350 made its former Track Package hardware standard. Every GT350 received adaptive suspension, an aluminum strut-tower brace, and engine, transmission, and differential coolers.
Styling
Ford added exterior colors and revised the wheel design included with the Black Accent Package. There was no broader styling refresh.
Safety
The Shelby GT350R's rearview camera changed from standard equipment to optional.
2017 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V6, 3.7 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3T | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, 2.3T |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift | Manual, 6-Spd | Manual, 6-Spd | Auto, 6-Spd SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 14 mpg | 20–21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 27 mpg | 30 mpg | 23–24 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 28–30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 435 hp | 300 hp | 310 hp | 435 hp | 526 hp | 526 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft | 320 lb-ft | 400 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 320 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | ||
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 30.6 in | 29–29.2 in | |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||||
| Fog Lights | |||||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||
| AM/FM Radio | |||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled Seats | |||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2017 Ford Mustang a major update over the 2016 model?
No. The 2017 Mustang was mostly a carryover, with the Shelby GT350's added standard track hardware as the most meaningful change. Minor color and appearance-package revisions rounded out the updates.
What changed on the 2017 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350?
The 2017 Shelby GT350 gained the former Track Package hardware as standard equipment. That brought adaptive suspension, an aluminum strut-tower brace, and dedicated coolers for the engine, transmission, and differential to every GT350.
Did the 2017 Ford Mustang get new engines or transmissions?
No. The 2017 Mustang had no lineup-wide engine or transmission changes, so the V6, turbocharged four-cylinder, 5.0-liter V8, and Shelby 5.2-liter V8 powertrains carried over.
Did the 2017 Ford Mustang receive a styling refresh?
No. The 2017 Mustang kept the same basic exterior design, with changes limited to new colors and a revised wheel design for the Black Accent Package. The larger refresh arrived for 2018.
What changed on the 2017 Shelby GT350R?
The 2017 Shelby GT350R's rearview camera changed from standard equipment to optional. It remained the more track-focused Shelby, with two seats, aggressive aerodynamic parts, adaptive suspension, and dedicated powertrain coolers.
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