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2012 Ford Mustang
The 2012 Ford Mustang is a sedan. It has a 3.7-litre six-cylinder engine producing 305 hp (227 kW), with a 6-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph takes 5.0 seconds and top speed is 149 mph (240 km/h).
ABOUT THE 2012 FORD MUSTANG
Written by CarDetails.org. Last reviewed September 8, 2026.
SPECS
| Make | Ford | Model | Mustang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | 2012 | Version / Trim | Ford 2012 Mustang |
| Body Style | Sedan | Doors | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | Ext. Colour | Performance White, Black, Race Red, Red Candy, Ingot Silver, Sterling Gray, Kona Blue, Grabber Blue, Yellow Blaze, Deep Impact Blue, Gotta Have It Green |
| Steering | LHD / RHD | Manufactured In | United States |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) | Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Engine | 3.7L 6-cyl | Engine Size | 3,700 cc |
| Power | 305 hp / 227 kW | Torque | 280 Nm / 207 lb-ft |
| 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) | 5.0 sec | Top Speed | 149 mph (240 km/h) |
| Fuel Economy | 19 mpg city / 30 mpg hwy | ||
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | Kerb Weight | 1,750 kg (3,858 lb) |
HOW IT COMPARES WITH OTHER 2012 SEDANS
Compared with other 2012 sedans in our database, its 305 hp is 11% more than the average 2012 sedan (276 hp), and it reaches 60 mph 2.0 seconds quicker than average.
| 2012 Ford Mustang | Average 2012 sedans | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 305 hp | 276 hp (119 cars) | +11% |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 355 Nm (119 cars) | -21% |
| 0–60 mph | 5.0 s | 7.0 s (121 cars) | -28% |
| Top speed | 149 mph | 137 mph (121 cars) | +9% |
| Kerb weight | 1,750 kg | 1,623 kg (138 cars) | +8% |
| Engine size | 3,700 cc | 3,193 cc (135 cars) | +16% |
Averages are calculated from all cars of the same model year and body type in the CarDetails.org database that have the figure listed. For 0–60 mph, a negative difference means quicker.
CLOSEST RIVALS
Other 2012 sedans with similar power to the 2012 Ford Mustang.
| Car | Power | 0–60 mph | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford Mustang | 305 hp | 5.0 s | 1,750 kg |
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis | 306 hp | — | 1,697 kg |
| 2012 BMW 335i | 300 hp | 5.8 s | 1,620 kg |
| 2012 Volvo S80 AWD | 300 hp | 7.0 s | 1,685 kg |
| 2012 Nissan Maxima | 290 hp | 6.2 s | 1,540 kg |
OTHER YEARS OF THE FORD MUSTANG
FEATURES
Air Conditioning
Navigation System
ABS
Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Airbags (Multiple)
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Keyless Entry
Spare Tyre