2017 Ford Mustang Speaker Sizes
The 2017 Ford Mustang factory audio system locations include the a-pillar which accepts a 1 inch speaker size, while the dashboard and front door panel accommodate 3.5 inch speakers. Furthermore, the front door panel and rear side panel support 6.5 inch units, and the cargo area accepts an 8 inch unit. Compatible replacement and upgrade speaker types consist of tweeters, full-range, midrange, midbass, and subwoofers.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 1 | Tweeter |
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| Cargo Area | 8 | Subwoofer |
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| Dashboard | 3.5 | Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 3.5 | Midrange |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2017 Ford Mustang Speaker Replacement Summary
6
total positions
3
easy to replace
3
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 3 Medium: 1 Low: 22017 Ford Mustang Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The factory audio configuration in the 2017 Ford Mustang indicates a multi-component speaker layout with dedicated tweeters positioned in the A-pillars for high-frequency reproduction, suggesting that upgrading the complete front soundstage may require attention to multiple speaker locations rather than door panels alone.
- Component speaker systems would likely integrate well with the existing architecture since the 1-inch A-pillar tweeters and 6.5-inch front door midbass drivers mirror the typical configuration of aftermarket component sets, potentially allowing for separate tweeter and woofer upgrades without structural modifications.
- The 3.5-inch dashboard and front door panel midrange speakers represent smaller diameter drivers that may contribute to mid-frequency response, though these locations could present challenges for aftermarket replacement due to limited availability of performance-oriented speakers in this size category.
- Rear audio reinforcement comes from 6.5-inch speakers in the side panels, which accept either midbass or full-range drivers depending on whether the focus is on dedicated bass support or broader frequency coverage to complement the front stage.
- The inclusion of an 8-inch subwoofer location in the cargo area provides a factory bass foundation, though aftermarket subwoofer upgrades in this position could enhance low-frequency extension and impact beyond what the stock driver typically delivers.
- Both single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility offers flexibility for head unit replacement, potentially enabling integration of modern source units with enhanced power output, digital signal processing, or connectivity features that could elevate overall system performance beyond speaker upgrades alone.