2025 Chevrolet Corvette vs 2025 Ford Mustang
Too close to call: Ford Mustang 82.7 vs Chevrolet Corvette 82.4 with these weights. The Chevrolet Corvette is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and it flips.
2025 Chevrolet Corvette
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2025 Ford Mustang
The 2025 Ford Mustang is sold in the U.S. as a gas coupe with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Mustang, is EPA-rated at 26 mpg combin…
2025 Ford Mustang
Toss-upToo close to call: Ford Mustang 82.7 vs Chevrolet Corvette 82.4 with these weights. The Chevrolet Corvette is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2025 Ford Mustangoverall 82.7 | 2025 Chevrolet Corvetteoverall 82.4 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 64.2 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 61 | 87.3 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 82.7 | 82.4 | |||||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Chevrolet Corvette
Ford Mustang: base trim EcoBoost 100A RWD · Chevrolet Corvette: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Ford Mustang wins
- It costs $1,750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,600 against $4,350).
- It is rated 26 combined against 19 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 20 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 83 against 63).
What they share
- A 3-year basic warranty.
- 36,000-mile basic coverage.
- A 5-year powertrain warranty.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
39 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | — |
| Engine displacement | 2,300 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.3L EcoBoost turbocharged I-4 | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 315 hp | — |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.15:1 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | 55 in | — |
| Overall length | 189 in | — |
| Overall width | 75.4 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 107 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 13.3 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 82.8 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 4 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 37.6 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | 34.8 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 44.5 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | 29 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,588 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,588 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Double-ball-joint MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar and aluminum control arms | — |
| Rear suspension type | Integral-link independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Selectable-Effort Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Front brake type | vented disc, twin-piston 43mm floating aluminum calipers | — |
| Parking brake type | Electric Parking Brake | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 320 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | — |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | — |
| Wheel width | 8 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 235/50 ZR 18 BSW All-Season | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | FordPass Connect | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | 52.2 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
62 features · differences first, then sharedSafety20 differ · 20 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) (Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support) | std | — |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) – Forward Collision Warning | std | — |
| Driver/Passenger Side-impact Airbags | std | — |
| Dual Front Airbags | std | — |
| Lane-Keeping System (includes Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert, Road Departure Warning) | std | — |
| Rear View Camera – Digital | std | — |
| Side Curtain Airbags (Fastback only, 1st and 2nd rows) | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) | std | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | std | — |
| AdvanceTrac® with Electronic Stability Control | std | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlamps | std | — |
| BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking and Rear Traffic Indicator/Exit Warning | std | — |
| Driver Knee Airbag | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake | std | — |
| Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist+ (Adaptive Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go, Lane Centering Assist, Connected Navigation) | opt | — |
| Security Package (Active Anti-Theft System, Locking Center Console, Wheel Locking Kit) | opt | — |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | std | — |
| Vented Four-wheel Disc Power Brakes with ABS | std | — |
| Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
| Remote Keyless-Entry System | std | — |
Infotainment11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| 911 Assist® | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Remotely start (auto only), lock and unlock vehicle | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot connects up to 10 devices | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Check vehicle status | std | — |
| FordPass Connect™ – Locate parked vehicle | std | — |
| Active Noise Cancellation (Convertible Only) | std | — |
| Audio Control (Steering Wheel) | std | — |
| Electronic Sound Enhancement (Fastback Only) | std | — |
| Paddle Shifters | opt | — |
| SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition, 13.2" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability, SYNC® 4 AppLink®, Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Compatibility, Conversational Voice Command Recognition, Digital Owner's Manual, Smart-Charging USB Ports – two (2) | std | — |
| TrackApps™ | std | — |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Access with Push-button Start | std | — |
| Powerpoints – two (2) | std | — |
| Windows, Power – Front One-touch-Up/Down | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| 6-way Manual Driver | std | — |
| 4-way Manual Passenger | std | — |
| Front Seats – Cloth Buckets | std | — |
| Rear-Seat – Split-bench, folding (Fastback Only) | std | — |
Interior7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Flat-Bottom Steering Wheel – Vinyl | std | — |
| Manual Flip Framed Rearview Mirror | std | — |
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | std | — |
| 12.4" LCD Digital Cluster w/ IOD Message Center | std | — |
| Floor Mats – 1st Row Carpeted, Black | std | — |
| Sunglass Bin (Fastback Only) | std | — |
| Door-Trim | std | — |
Exterior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| LED Projector Headlamps with Configurable Daytime Running Lamps | std | — |
| LED Signature Lighting (Daytime Running Lamps) | std | — |
| LED Taillamps with Sequential Turn Signals | std | — |
| Matte Clear Film (47M) | opt | — |
| Mustang® Nite Pony Package (60G) – Black-painted Aluminum Wheels, Black Badges, Black Mirror Caps, Blade/Wedge Decklid Spoiler Painted Shadow Black, Painted Black Roof, Headlamps w/ Black Bezel | opt | — |
| Over-the-Top Racing Stripe | opt | — |
| Rain-Sensing Wipers | std | — |
| Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit | std | — |
| Wheel & Stripe Package (605) – 19" X 8.5" Machined-face Aluminum with Tarnished Dark-painted pockets Wheels, Hood Stripe, Side Stripe | opt | — |
| Rear-window Defroster | std | — |
| Mini Spare Wheel and Tire | opt | — |
Powertrain5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Active Valve Performance Exhaust | opt | — |
| Electronic Line-lock (Track Use Only) | std | — |
| Engine – 2.3L EcoBoost® with Stop/Start System | std | — |
| Engine Block Heater (41H) | opt | — |
| Selectable Drive Modes | std | — |
Chassis1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette |
|---|---|---|
| Independent Rear Suspension | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPFord Mustang
Top recalls
- critical Power Train 25V164000 · 269 vehicles
- high Electrical System 26V547000 · 148,663 vehicles · filed unfixed
- high Engine And Engine Cooling 26V122000 · 47,804 vehicles
- moderate Visibility 26V418000 · 67,994 vehicles
- moderate Exterior Lighting 25V546000 · 105,545 vehicles
- moderate Exterior Lighting 25V519000 · 3,270 vehicles
Chevrolet Corvette
Top recalls
- high Fuel System, Gasoline 25V536000 · 23,656 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 24V418000 · 13,464 vehicles
- minor Exterior Lighting 26V213000 · 32,988 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Ford MustangEcoBoost 100A RWD | Chevrolet Corvette | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | — 10 trims | — |
| Powertrains | GAS | HEV, GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Mustang | Corvette E-Ray |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 26 | 19 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2,600 | $4,350 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) | 3 yr / 36,000 mi (make terms) |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) | 5 yr / 60,000 mi (make terms) |
| Roadside assistance | 5 yr | 5 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Ford Mustang or the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette?
Too close to call: Ford Mustang 82.7 vs Chevrolet Corvette 82.4 with these weights. The Chevrolet Corvette is ahead on safety. Raise the safety weight from 4 to 4.1 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Ford Mustang scores 82.7 and the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette 82.4. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Ford Mustang or the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette?
2025 Ford Mustang: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls (1 filed with no repair available). 2025 Chevrolet Corvette: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Ford Mustang and the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette?
Where the 2025 Ford Mustang wins: it costs $1,750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($2,600 against $4,350) and is rated 26 combined against 19 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (11 against 20 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 83 against 63). What they share: a 3-year basic warranty, 36,000-mile basic coverage, and a 5-year powertrain warranty.