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 One-Year Test Verdict: 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible
| 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible | | Powertrian/Chassis | | Drivetrain layout | Front engine, rwd | | Engine type | V-8, supercharged, DOHC, 4 valves/cyl, iron block, alum heads | | Displacement, ci/cc | 280.0 / 4601 | | Max horsepower @ rpm | 390 @ 6000 | | Max torque @ rpm | 390 @ 3500 | | Transmission | 6-speed manual | | Suspension, front; rear | MacPherson struts, anti-roll bar; multilink, coil springs, anti-roll bar | | Brakes, f;r | 13.0-in vented disc; 11.7-in vented disc ABS | | Wheels | 17x9.0, cast alum | | Tires | 275/40ZR17 Goodyear Eagle F1 | | Traction/stability control | Yes/no | | Dimensions | | Wheelbase, in | 101.3 | | Length, in | 183.5 | | Width, in | 73.1 | | Height, in | 52.9 | | Curb weight, lb | 3780 | | Seating capacity | 4 | | Cargo capacity, cu ft | 7.7 | | Fuel capacity, gal | 15.7 | | Test Data | | 0-60 mph, sec | 4.9 | | 1/4 mile, sec @ mph | 13.12 @ 109.58 | | Braking, 60-0 mph, ft | 121 | | 600-ft slalom, mph | 64.1 | | 200-ft skidpad, lateral g | 0.85 | | Total mileage | 12,187 | | Avg test mpg | 14.3 | | Problem areas | Foglamp seal, convertible top guide pin, passenger seat squeak | | Non-warr cost | $51.64: oil/filter, tire rotation; $479.22: replace damaged wheel/tire | | Consumer Info | | Base price | $38,995 | | Price as tested | $39,690 | | Current value, wlsl/rtail* | $25,548 / $33,458 | | Airbags | Dual front | | EPA mpg, city/hwy | 16/22 | | Range, city/hwy, miles | 251/345 | | Basic warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Powertrain warranty | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Roadside assistance | 3 yrs/36,000 miles | | Recalls | None *According to IntelliChoice |
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