As a typical American muscle car, a Ford Mustang should be heard approaching even from a distance. A loud exhaust makes commutes more emotional and makes an already exciting car even more fun to drive. What’s more, an aftermarket exhaust system also increases the power that the engine is able to generate, as it allows the exhaust gasses to flow more freely, without creating backpressure on the engine. If you’re a Mustang owner who wants that extra bit of loudness and power, look at some of the top loudest exhausts you can get for your ride below.
Borla ATAK Cat-Back
Visit any forum about American muscle cars such as a Dodge Challenger, Chevrolet Camaro, or the said Mustang, and you’re certain to come across recommendations for this exhaust system. Borla is a renowned brand worldwide and is a synonym for a high-quality build and finish, and most of all an aggressive deep sound. Therefore, if you want your V8 to be heard from far away, make sure to consider this one.
The Borla ATAK Cat-Back system has one of the highest decibel ratings of all aftermarket exhaust systems. There are variants for all Mustang engine options, including the 2.3L EcoBoost, 5.0 V8 GT, and also special models such as the GT350R. Additionally, it is available with and without an active exhaust valve, so you are sure to find the right option for yourself.
Armytrix Valvetronic
Armytrix is perhaps not as known as some other brands on this list but that should soon change, as it produces superb exhausts for sports cars. The high price tag might be the reason why it is not as widely popular but if you have the budget for it, it's a great option.
High-quality stainless steel, flush fit with the bumper, quad tips, and a remotely controlled valve switch with Bluetooth and smartphone app connectivity. In terms of technology, the Armytrix Valvetronic exhaust is the most advanced system on this list, and it is also one of the loudest ones overall. It is available for the Mustang GT and EcoBoost models and comes with a variety of exhaust tips - chrome silver, matte black, polished silver, carbon fiber, and blue-coated finish.
Corsa Performance Xtreme Cat-Back
If you look into the exhaust systems offered by Corsa Performance, you’ll quickly discover that one of their most used and widely talked about models is the Xtreme Cat-Back exhaust.
It is stainless steel and renowned for its high quality and precise fit. It offers a very loud sound and almost no drone at the same time, which is not seen often. They are on the higher end of the spectrum when it comes to price but given the features (including the active exhaust valves), it is certainly justified. Even this system is available for most engine options on the Mustang - here for the 5.0 V8 GT and GT350.
Roush Cat-Back
This is one of the most affordable options on this list, yet it is made by a renowned manufacturer whose name you’ve heard for sure, it is loud and fits well. Of course, given the price, don’t expect active valves or carbon fiber exhaust tips but there are still nice features that Roush has to offer.
For example, the Roush Cat-Back exhaust uses mandrel joints which improve the flow of gas and further reduce backpressure on the engine. The cat-back system is made up of mid-pipes, an x-pipe, two mufflers, and dual polished tips. It is available for the Mustang GT with a 5.0 V8.
Flowmaster Outlaw Cat-Back
Along with the previous exhaust, this is the cheapest option on this list but don’t expect a low quality or a flimsy sound. This is a list of the loudest exhaust systems and the Flowmaster Outlaw Cat-Back delivers in this aspect. Besides that, it has stylish black tips and small mufflers which don’t decrease the sound of the exhaust, nor create back pressure. Unfortunately for some, it is only compatible with the Mustang GT.
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If you are a Ford Mustang owner interested in an exhaust system upgrade, shop at AmericanMuscle. Our sales tech are more than happy to help you choose the right system and accommodate your specific needs, whether it concerns sound, price, or design.
When choosing, it can also be helpful to check out videos of the exhausts online and even if videos can’t give a true representation of the sound, it's a good benchmark for comparison. Last but not least, if you still don’t find the above options loud enough, you may try your luck with a straight-piped exhaust with removed resonators and cats - it can’t get louder than that.
