Ford Mustang vs Toyota Prado
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular cars compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Price Breakdown
The Ford Mustang starts from $72,990 before on-road costs, while the Toyota Prado opens at $73,200. That makes the Ford Mustang the more affordable entry point by $210.
Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $80,289 and $80,520 respectively.
Over 5 years, the running costs favour the Ford Mustang by roughly $1,710 in fuel alone.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Ford Mustang features a 13.2-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.4-inch digital dash, while the Toyota Prado gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Ford Mustang stands out with wireless charging, heated front seats, ventilated seats, Bang & Olufsen audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Toyota Prado. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Ford Mustang gets leather accented upholstery while the Toyota Prado offers fabric.
Drivetrain
The Ford Mustang uses a Petrol I4 Turbo producing 232kW and 475Nm of torque, sent through a 10-speed automatic to a RWD layout.
The Toyota Prado responds with a 2.8L 4-cyl Turbo-Diesel 48V V-Active making 150kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 9.6 seconds.
The Ford Mustang has the clear power advantage at 232kW vs 150kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Ford Mustang measures 4,811mm long on a 2,719mm wheelbase, 179mm shorter than the Toyota Prado at 4,990mm (2,850mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Toyota Prado generally means more rear legroom.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.5m to 11.8m
Based on 11.5m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,679/year for the Ford Mustang and $3,021/year for the Toyota Prado. That is a $342 annual difference in favour of the Ford Mustang.
Estimated annual total: $2,679 (Ford Mustang) vs $3,021 (Toyota Prado). The Ford Mustang saves you roughly $342 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.
Warranty: 5 years (Ford Mustang) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Toyota Prado). Both match on warranty length.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Ford Mustang if: You want the lower entry price, prioritise performance, want lower running costs, or prefer Ford's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Toyota Prado if: You or prefer Toyota's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Ford Mustang takes 3 of 3 key spec categories and comes in at a lower price. The Ford Mustang will save you roughly $342 a year in fuel. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Ford Mustang and Toyota Prado?
The Ford Mustang is the cheapest at $72,990 before on-road costs. That undercuts the Toyota Prado by $210.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Ford Mustang uses the least fuel at 9.4L/100km on the combined cycle.
Which is safest?
They are evenly matched — Toyota Prado all hold a 5-star ANCAP rating. Compare the active-safety features above to separate them.
Which can tow the most?
The Toyota Prado has the highest braked towing capacity at 3,500kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Ford Mustang makes the most power at 232kW.
Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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