While you will not mistake the Mustang GT's ride for that of a family sedan, it is not as choppy or rough as past models. Changes to the steering system result in excellent steering feel and a tighter turning circle. Despite occasional creaks and groans, the body structure of our test convertible felt more substantial than previous ragtops, thanks to full box-section reinforcements. By their very nature, convertibles are going to be louder than coupes, especially when it comes to road, tire and wind noise, but the use of sound-deadening material and better sealing of the floor pan makes the new car quieter than the old one. While styling, performance and handling received the bulk of the attention, the interior is essentially unchanged.
Gauges are analog, but their faces are fairly small, and that compromises readability.
The front seats are pretty comfortable, but not nearly as good as those in the high-performance SVT Cobra. The curve of the seat back provides little support for the upper shoulders, and the headrest is a long way back. Bottom cushions are good, as is side support. The seat track has been extended 1-inch for greater legroom. For diehard performance fans, Ford recently announced that the limited production SVT Mustang Cobra with 316 horsepower and independent rear suspension will begin arriving in SVT-certified dealerships as early as February.