Verdict
These are very different rear-wheel-drive coupes. The Ford Mustang brings 313 hp and 432 Nm against the Toyota GR86’s 234 hp and 250 Nm, plus a six-speed automatic, 408-litre boot and four rear parking sensors. But it is 399 kg heavier at 1,692 kg and 519 mm longer, so the GR86’s 1,291 kg, 4,265-mm footprint is the tidier fit for a focused manual sports car. The Toyota also carries lower annual road tax at RM767 versus RM641 for the Ford—wait, the Mustang is lower despite its turbo 2.3-litre engine.
Pick the Ford Mustang if you want 313 hp, 432 Nm, an automatic gearbox and a 408-litre boot for a more usable four-seat coupe.
Pick the Toyota GR86 if you want a 1,291-kg rear-drive manual coupe with a rear limited-slip differential, blind-spot monitoring and a five-year warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Ford Mustang RM461,271; Toyota GR86 RM296,000.
- Output: Ford Mustang 313 hp and 432 Nm; Toyota GR86 234 hp and 250 Nm.
- Kerb weight: Ford Mustang 1,692 kg; Toyota GR86 1,291 kg.
- Boot space: Ford Mustang 408 litres; Toyota GR86 226 litres.
- Warranty: Ford Mustang 3 years/100,000 km; Toyota GR86 5 years/150,000 km.
- Transmission: Ford Mustang six-speed conventional automatic; Toyota GR86 six-speed manual.
Mustang
- 313 hp and 432 Nm
- Six-speed automatic with paddle shifts
- 408-litre boot and rear parking sensors
- RM165,271 more expensive
- 399 kg heavier
- No blind-spot information system or rear cross traffic alert
GR86
- 1,291 kg kerb weight and rear limited-slip differential
- Blind-spot information system and rear cross traffic alert
- Five-year/150,000-km manufacturer warranty
- 79 hp and 182 Nm down on the Mustang
- 226-litre boot is 182 litres smaller
- Six-speed manual only against the Mustang's automatic
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM461,271 | RM296,000✓ |
| Body type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Segment | Sports Car | Sports Car |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM641✓ | RM767 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve, DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, naturally-aspirated with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,261 cc | 2,387 cc |
| Horsepower | 313 hp✓ | 234 hp |
| Torque | 432 Nm✓ | 250 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5 | 12.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | 6R80 | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Ford | Toyota |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 6.3 seconds |
| Rated Economy | 9.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 233 km/h✓ | 226 km/h |
| 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 |
| Weight | 1,692 kg | 1,291 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 50 litres |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 408 litres✓ | 226 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/40R19 | 215/40R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P Zero | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut with Stabiliser |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Double Wishbone with Stabiliser |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 18" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Rear Limited Slip Differential |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front Knee and Curtains | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seat Belts | 4 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available On Two Rear Passenger Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Safety Notes | — | Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS) |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-xenon projector | LED Headlamps |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | — |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Seats | Manual Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | 50:50 Split-folding | Foldable |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Power Sockets | 2 Front | 1 Front, 2 Front USB |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights with Ambient Lights | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front | 2 Front |
| Audio | 8.0" SYNC 2 Radio CD/MP3 Player with 9 Speakers | 8" Display Audio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down With Anti-pinch | Driver and Passenger One Touch Auto Windows |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button Start |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Entry |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Manual Operation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | — |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Electroluminescent Analogue | Digital/Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Handbrake | Handbrake |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | 100,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 3 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 2 years | — |
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.
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Mustang vs GR86 FAQ
Is the Ford Mustang or Toyota GR86 better?
The GR86 is the better pick for a lighter 1,291-kg manual rear-drive coupe with a limited-slip differential and stronger safety assistance. Choose the Mustang for its 313 hp, 432 Nm, automatic gearbox and much larger 408-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Ford Mustang costs RM461,271 and the Toyota GR86 costs RM296,000, putting the Mustang RM165,271 higher.
Which has the better warranty?
The Toyota GR86 has the longer manufacturer warranty at five years or 150,000 km. The Ford Mustang is covered for three years or 100,000 km, plus a two-year extended warranty with a 100,000-km limit.