2010 Ford Mustang Convertible (photos)

A knuckle-dragger compared with its stablemates at Ford, the Mustang has a harsh ride and cheap-feeling interior, but does offer Sync and Sirius Travel Link as a couple of technology bright spots.

Wayne Cunningham

Feb. 8, 2010 2:07 p.m. PT

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Ford made minor changes to the exterior of the Mustang for the 2010 model year, but updated its interior extensively. The Mustang now comes with Sync and navigation is available. View Local Inventory

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The style of the Mustang is unmistakable, with an inset black grille underneath a hood overhang. That hood also bulges up dramatically, giving the car a muscular look. View Local Inventory

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This Mustang came with a 4-liter V-6 engine producing 210 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. In GT trim, the Mustang gets a V-8. View Local Inventory

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Many four-seater convertibles look like a bathtub on wheels with the top down, but the Mustang manages to keep its style. View Local Inventory

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The cloth top on the Mustang Convertible uses latches up front and is fairly slow to retract. View Local Inventory

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The Mustang's suspension is very harsh, communicating road imperfections into the cabin. However, it stays relatively composed in hard cornering turns. View Local Inventory

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The Mustang's trunk space is not compromised by the convertible top, but it isn't a very big trunk. View Local Inventory

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Rear seat room is tight in the Mustang, with little leg room. View Local Inventory

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For the 2010 model year, Ford adds Sync to the Mustang, and makes a navigation option available. View Local Inventory

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The steering feels responsive, but the handling is heavy. There is nothing nimble about the Mustang. View Local Inventory

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The voice command button on the steering wheel gives you access to Sync's MP3 player and phone integration, and it is the best in the business. View Local Inventory