Remember the days when the V-6 model of various performance vehicles –the Mustang and Camaro, for example – were often seen as sub-standard models with laughable performance numbers? Well, these days these base-level V-6 models push well over 30 horsepower, allowing them to perform rather effectively.

Roush Performance has just announced its tuning program for the 2014 Mustang lineup->ke428 V6, dubbed the “RS V6.” Unfortunately, two of the stages do not offer any performance upgrades, but the top levels do push the V-6 engine to its limits.

The entry-level kit, dubbed the Stage 1, includes an aero body kit, a set of wheels and interior upgrades, but no engine mods. Stage 2 upgrades the Stage 1 and adds a new racetrack-inspired suspension that improves the car's behavior in the twist.

The good stuff arrives with the Stage 3 kit, which offers a supercharger that increases the engine's power up to 575 horsepower and 505 pound-feet of torque.

The most powerful upgrade it the "Aluminator" engine, which is offered in two different phases. In Phase 2, the engine's output is listed at 625 horsepower and Phase 3 hits a monstrous 675 horsepower.

2014 Ford Mustang RS V6 by Roush

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