Few cars announce themselves quite like a Mustang. At Ray Skillman Auto Group, we help drivers shopping for a Ford Mustang near Carmel, Indiana, find the version that matches how they love to drive, from a turbocharged daily commuter to a track-ready V8 with serious attitude.
Matching Indiana drivers with the right vehicle has been our work since 1979, and Mustangs hold a special place in our team’s heart. As a Ford President’s Award winner, we take pride in knowing these cars well and answering your questions honestly, with zero pressure along the way.
Each Mustang trim builds on the one before it. The chart below lines up the most-asked-about features so you can see where the EcoBoost, GT, and Dark Horse versions differ before you visit.
| Feature | EcoBoost | EcoBoost Premium | GT | GT Premium | Dark Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 5.0L V8 | 5.0L V8 | Modified 5.0L V8 |
| Horsepower | 315 hp | 315 hp | 480 hp | 480 hp | 500 hp |
| Transmission | 10-Speed Automatic | 10-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual or 10-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual or 10-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Manual or 10-Speed Automatic |
| 13.2-Inch SYNC 4 Touchscreen | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ford Co-Pilot360 | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Heated Front Seats and Steering Wheel | Not Standard | Standard | Not Standard | Standard | Standard |
| B&O 12-Speaker Audio | Not Standard | Available | Not Standard | Available | Available |
| Brembo Brakes | Not Standard | Not Standard | Available | Available | Standard |
| Electronic Drift Brake | Not Standard | Not Standard | Available | Available | Standard |
| MagneRide Adaptive Suspension | Not Standard | Not Standard | Not Standard | Not Standard | Standard |
| Convertible Body Style | Available | Available | Available | Available | Not Included |
Some drivers want the EcoBoost for its everyday practicality, while others can’t resist the sound of a V8 at full song. If you’re shopping for a Ford Mustang near Carmel, Indiana, and feel torn, the best answer usually comes from a test drive or two. Browse our current Mustang selection online, then schedule some time behind the wheel to see which personality fits your routine.
The lineup starts with a 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 315 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque on 93-octane fuel. It pairs with a 10-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive, so you get quick launches out of a stoplight and enough efficiency to make the Mustang a sensible daily driver.
Move to a GT and the 5.0L Coyote V8 takes over with 480 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. You can row your own gears with the six-speed manual and its rev-matching feature or let the available 10-speed automatic do the work. The Dark Horse pushes a modified version of that V8 to 500 hp and adds Brembo brakes, MagneRide adaptive suspension, and an electronic drift brake as standard equipment. At the top sits the Dark Horse SC, with a 5.2L supercharged V8 producing 795 hp and 660 lb-ft of torque, mated to a seven-speed TREMEC dual-clutch transmission and a carbon-fiber driveshaft.
Every Mustang greets you with a 13.2-inch touchscreen running SYNC 4 alongside a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster. Ford also offers a curved display that places both screens beneath a single pane of glass. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, voice recognition, and built-in 4G LTE connectivity are part of the standard package, so your playlists and maps are ready before you pull out of the driveway.
Premium trims and the Dark Horse offer an available 12-speaker B&O audio system that does justice to both your music and that V8 soundtrack. The available Ford Connectivity Package adds a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 devices, Connected Navigation, and Amazon Alexa Built-in. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel come standard on the EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium, and Dark Horse, which makes January mornings in central Indiana a lot easier to face.
Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard across the entire Mustang family. That suite includes blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, and a driver alert system that watches for signs of fatigue on longer trips.
Practical touches round things out. 911 Assist can automatically call for help after an airbag deployment, rain-sensing wipers react to sudden showers, and rear LATCH anchors make it simple to bring a car seat along. The Mustang seats four, the rear seat folds flat for bigger loads, and a convertible body style is available on the EcoBoost and GT trims for anyone who wants open-air summer evenings.
Ray Skillman got his start in Indiana on US 31, and three generations of the Skillman family still guide our group today. We’ve earned recognition as the No. 1 Roush dealer in the world, so Mustang enthusiasts will feel right at home talking horsepower with our team. Drivers searching for a Ford Mustang near Carmel, Indiana, also get access to a financing department that works with national banks and local lenders to fit a wide range of budgets and credit histories. You can get pre-approved online before you arrive.
Thinking about trading in your current ride? Ask our team about your trade, and we’ll work to get you top dollar toward your new Mustang. Grab a fresh-baked cookie, take a seat, and stop by Ray Skillman Ford to see why so many drivers say it’s better at Ray Skillman.
The Ford Mustang offers four engines, starting with a 2.3L EcoBoost turbo four rated at 315 hp on 93-octane fuel. The GT uses a 480-hp 5.0L V8, the Dark Horse runs a modified 500-hp version of that V8, and the Dark Horse SC brings a 5.2L supercharged V8 making 795 hp.
Yes. The GT and Dark Horse are available with a six-speed manual that includes rev matching, along with an available 10-speed automatic. The EcoBoost trims come with the 10-speed automatic only.
Ray Skillman Auto Group welcomes anyone shopping for a Ford Mustang to schedule a test drive at Ray Skillman Ford. Our team can line up the EcoBoost, GT, or Dark Horse so you can feel the differences for yourself.
Yes. Ford Co-Pilot360 is standard on every Mustang trim and includes blind-spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, and a driver alert system.
The convertible body style is available on the EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, and GT Premium. The Dark Horse and Dark Horse SC are offered as fastbacks only.
Yes. Ray Skillman Auto Group works with national banks and local lenders to find financing that fits a wide range of budgets and credit histories. You can get pre-approved online before visiting to speed up the process.
