Summary

• With 319 currently listed for sale near Durham, NC and an average price of $45,178.00, 37.6% of 2025 Ford Mustangs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2025 Ford Mustang 5 / 5 stars.

• 100.0% of 2025 Mustang models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2025 Ford Mustang stands out because it keeps the classic Mustang formula intact while offering a wide spread of performance choices. It remains a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe or convertible, and it is built at Ford’s Flat Rock production facility in Michigan. For shoppers, that means the car still delivers the familiar Mustang character, but with enough variety to suit both everyday driving and more serious performance ambitions.

In 2025, the Mustang is available with Ford’s EcoBoost turbocharged 2.3-liter inline four-cylinder engine in base and mainstream trims, while upper trims use 5.0-liter V8 engines producing 480 hp or 500 hp, depending on trim. A 10-speed automatic is the most common transmission, though some trims are available with six-speed manuals. Ford also offered a 60th Anniversary special-edition package in 2025, with only 1,965 produced in a special Brittany Blue color. That mix of engines, transmissions, and special packaging helps explain why the Mustang remains appealing to buyers who want a sports car with broad appeal and strong heritage.

There are also a few cautions to keep in mind. The 2024 and 2025 Ford Mustangs have been reported to suffer from powertrain vibrations, inconsistent interior build quality, issues with the limited-slip differential, and problems with the electronic stability control system. The EcoBoost engine may get good mpg ratings, but it requires premium fuel. Even so, the 2025 Mustang’s combination of recognizable styling, rear-drive dynamics, and multiple performance levels keeps it distinctive in a market where few rivals still offer this kind of traditional muscle-car formula.

Other model years to consider

• 2023 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $29,845.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 37.0%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 341

• 2020 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $25,075.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 30.5%
  • User rating: 4.73 / 5
  • Total listings: 305

• 2021 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $29,985.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.8%
  • User rating: 4.71 / 5
  • Total listings: 276

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.