Ford Mustang vs Toyota GR86
Verdict
For Malaysian buyers, the Ford Mustang presents a powerful option with 313 hp and 432 Nm of torque, making it a thrilling choice for those prioritising performance. In contrast, the Toyota GR86, with its 234 hp and 250 Nm, offers a more engaging driving experience at a significantly lower price of RM 296,000 compared to the Mustang's RM 461,271. The Mustang's larger boot space and higher top speed of 233 km/h also add to its appeal, but the GR86's manual transmission and lighter weight may attract driving purists.
Pick the Mustang if you want superior power and performance.
Pick the GR86 if you prefer a more affordable, engaging driving experience.
Key differences
- Price: RM 461,271 (Mustang) vs RM 296,000 (GR86)
- Power: 313 hp (Mustang) vs 234 hp (GR86)
- Torque: 432 Nm (Mustang) vs 250 Nm (GR86)
- 0–100 km/h: — (Mustang) vs 6.3 s (GR86)
- Top speed: 233 km/h (Mustang) vs 226 km/h (GR86)
- Boot space: 408 L (Mustang) vs 226 L (GR86)
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 461,271 | RM 296,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 2,261 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Power | 313 hp✓ | 234 hp |
| Torque | 432 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Driven wheels | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | — | 6.3 s |
| Top speed | 233 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Fuel economy | 9.8 L/100km | — |
| CO₂ | 225 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,784 mm | 4,265 mm |
| Width | 1,916 mm | 1,775 mm |
| Height | 1,371 mm | 1,310 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 2,575 mm |
| Boot space | 408 L✓ | 226 L |
| Fuel tank | 59 L | 50 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8✓ | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking | — | — |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 | 5✓ |
| Road tax / year | RM 641✓ | RM 767 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Mustang
- Powerful engine with high torque
- Spacious boot for practicality
- Higher top speed for thrill seekers
- Higher price point
- Less engaging manual option
- Lower fuel economy at 9.8 L/100km
GR86
- More affordable price
- Engaging manual transmission
- Longer warranty period of 5 years
- Less power and torque
- Smaller boot space
- No automatic emergency braking feature
Mustang vs GR86 FAQ
Is the Mustang or GR86 better?
The choice depends on your priorities; the Mustang excels in power and performance, while the GR86 offers a more engaging drive at a lower price.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mustang is priced at RM 461,271, whereas the Toyota GR86 costs RM 296,000, making the GR86 RM 165,271 cheaper.
What are the fuel economy figures?
The Mustang has a fuel economy of 9.8 L/100km, while the GR86's figures are not specified.