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Ford Mustang MPG: 2026 EPA Ratings by Engine
Mustang fuel economy depends mostly on the engine, then on the transmission and the model you choose. This guide lists the 2026 and 2025 Ford Mustang ratings on fueleconomy.gov, the U.S. Department of Energy and EPA fuel economy site, read November 3, 2026, and explains what can change the mileage you actually see.
What MPG does a Ford Mustang get?
Fueleconomy.gov rates the 2026 Ford Mustang with the 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder at 22 city, 33 highway and 26 combined mpg. The 5.0-liter 8-cylinder Mustang is rated 19 combined with the Automatic (S10) and 18 with the 6-speed manual, the Mustang Dark Horse 17 combined and the Mustang GTD 12 combined. EPA ratings are for comparison; your mileage will vary.
2026 Ford Mustang MPG by listing
These are all of the 2026 Mustang, Mustang Dark Horse and Mustang GTD listings on fueleconomy.gov, with the model names, engines and transmissions as fueleconomy.gov shows them. *MPG is city / highway / combined.
| fueleconomy.gov listing | Engine and transmission | MPG* |
|---|---|---|
| Mustang | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic 10-speed | 22 / 33 / 26 |
| Mustang | 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| Mustang | 5.0L 8-cyl, Manual 6-speed | 15 / 23 / 18 |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 14 / 22 / 17 |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5.0L 8-cyl, Manual 6-speed | 14 / 22 / 17 |
| Mustang GTD | 5.2L supercharged 8-cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) | 10 / 17 / 12 |
From the 2026 Ford Mustang records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 49792 to 49796 and 50279, read November 3, 2026. All 2026 listings show regular gasoline except the Mustang GTD (premium).
2025 Ford Mustang MPG by listing
Shopping a 2025 Mustang? Fueleconomy.gov has the same six listings for 2025, with the same ratings. *MPG is city / highway / combined.
| fueleconomy.gov listing | Engine and transmission | MPG* |
|---|---|---|
| Mustang | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic 10-speed | 22 / 33 / 26 |
| Mustang | 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 16 / 24 / 19 |
| Mustang | 5.0L 8-cyl, Manual 6-speed | 15 / 23 / 18 |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5.0L 8-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 14 / 22 / 17 |
| Mustang Dark Horse | 5.0L 8-cyl, Manual 6-speed | 14 / 22 / 17 |
| Mustang GTD | 5.2L supercharged 8-cyl, Automatic (AM-S8) | 10 / 17 / 12 |
From the 2025 Ford Mustang records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 48823 to 48828, read November 3, 2026.
You can see the current Mustang lineup in our new Mustang inventory.
How to read the Mustang ratings
The 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder Mustang, with the Automatic 10-speed, has the best 2026 ratings: 22 city, 33 highway and 26 combined mpg.
With the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder, the Mustang is rated 16 city, 24 highway and 19 combined mpg with the Automatic (S10) and 15 city, 23 highway and 18 combined with the 6-speed manual. The Mustang Dark Horse, also with the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder, is rated 14 city, 22 highway and 17 combined with either transmission, and the Mustang GTD, with a 5.2-liter supercharged 8-cylinder, 10 city, 17 highway and 12 combined.
Every Mustang, Mustang Dark Horse and Mustang GTD listing above is rear-wheel drive. Fueleconomy.gov does not list 2027 Mustang ratings yet; as of November 3, 2026, its 2027 Ford listings cover the Explorer and Expedition, so the 2026 figures above are the latest Mustang ratings.
From the 2025, 2026 and 2027 Ford model listings and the 2025 and 2026 Mustang records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026.
What lowers real-world Mustang MPG
EPA ratings come from standardized tests designed to reflect typical driving conditions and driver behavior. Fueleconomy.gov says the ratings are a useful tool for comparing vehicles but may not accurately predict the average MPG you will get. It lists factors including:
How you drive
Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) can lower gas mileage by roughly 15% to 30% at highway speeds and 10% to 40% in stop-and-go traffic. Excessive idling also lowers MPG.
Cold weather and short trips
Your engine does not operate efficiently until it is warmed up, and in colder weather it takes longer to warm. Letting the car idle to warm up does not help fuel economy.
Roof cargo, towing and weight
Cargo boxes and other roof cargo add aerodynamic drag, and towing or carrying excessive weight lowers fuel economy. Test vehicles are assumed to carry only 300 pounds of passengers and cargo.
Terrain and speed
Hilly or mountainous terrain and unpaved roads can reduce fuel economy; the EPA test assumes flat ground. The tests account for aerodynamic drag up to highway speeds of 80 mph.
Maintenance
A poorly tuned engine burns more fuel, improperly aligned or inflated tires increase rolling resistance, and brake drag can make the engine work harder.
Fuel and break-in
Gasoline with 10% ethanol decreases fuel economy by 3% to 4%, and new vehicles will not reach their optimal fuel economy until the engine has broken in, which may take 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
From fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, read November 3, 2026.
Keep your Mustang efficient at Ford of Peoria
The Works® at Ford of Peoria includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Fueleconomy.gov notes that improperly aligned or inflated tires and brake drag can cost fuel economy. For more ways to save fuel, read our guide on how to get better gas mileage.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Ford of Peoria is at 2211 W. Pioneer Pkwy. in Peoria. Get directions.
Ford of Peoria service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-noon |
| Sun | closed |
From Ford of Peoria's website, November 3, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Ford Mustang MPG FAQ
What gas mileage does a 2026 Ford Mustang get?
Fueleconomy.gov lists the 2026 Mustang with the 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder and Automatic 10-speed at 22 city, 33 highway and 26 combined mpg. With the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder, the Mustang is rated 19 combined with the Automatic (S10) and 18 combined with the 6-speed manual.
Which Mustang gets the best gas mileage?
The 2026 Mustang with the 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder has the best ratings: 22 city, 33 highway and 26 combined mpg.
Does the manual Mustang get better mileage?
Not in the 2026 ratings. With the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder, the Mustang is rated 19 combined mpg with the Automatic (S10) and 18 with the 6-speed manual. The Mustang Dark Horse is rated 14 city, 22 highway and 17 combined either way.
What MPG does the Mustang Dark Horse get?
Fueleconomy.gov lists the 2026 Mustang Dark Horse, with the 5.0-liter 8-cylinder, at 14 city, 22 highway and 17 combined mpg with either the Automatic (S10) or the 6-speed manual.
What MPG does the Mustang GTD get?
Fueleconomy.gov lists the 2026 Mustang GTD, with a 5.2-liter supercharged 8-cylinder and Automatic (AM-S8) transmission, at 10 city, 17 highway and 12 combined mpg.
Did the Mustang MPG change from 2025 to 2026?
No. Fueleconomy.gov has the same six Mustang, Mustang Dark Horse and Mustang GTD listings for 2025 and 2026, with the same city, highway and combined ratings.
Is there a 2027 Mustang MPG rating yet?
As of November 3, 2026, fueleconomy.gov lists 2027 Ford ratings for the Explorer and Expedition, but not yet for the Mustang, so the 2026 figures are the latest.
What fuel does the Mustang use?
Fueleconomy.gov shows regular gasoline for every 2026 Mustang and Mustang Dark Horse listing and premium gasoline for the 2026 Mustang GTD.
What does The Works at Ford of Peoria include?
The Works® at Ford of Peoria includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check.
Want to see a Mustang in person?
See the current Mustang lineup in our new Mustang inventory, or schedule service with the Ford of Peoria team.
Sources
Mustang fuel economy ratings, engines, transmissions, drive and fuel type are from the 2026 and 2025 Ford Mustang records on fueleconomy.gov, administered for the U.S. Department of Energy and the EPA, read November 3, 2026. Factors that affect mileage are from fueleconomy.gov's Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and Your Mileage Will Vary pages, read the same day. Service details, address, hours and the photo are from Ford of Peoria's own website.
- 2026 Ford Mustang, Mustang Dark Horse and Mustang GTD: EPA city, highway and combined mpg, engine, transmission, drive and fuel type (records 49792 to 49796, 50279; link opens record 49794), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- 2025 Ford Mustang, Mustang Dark Horse and Mustang GTD (records 48823 to 48828; link opens record 48826), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- 2025, 2026 and 2027 Ford model listings (no 2027 Mustang listed), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- How to get better gas mileage, Ford of Peoria, November 3, 2026
- New-inventory search filtered to Mustang, and the hero photo listing, Ford of Peoria, November 3, 2026
- General service: The Works, Ford of Peoria, November 3, 2026
- Address and hours (structured data), Ford of Peoria, November 3, 2026