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2024-2026 Ford Mustang MPG & Fuel Cost
3 model years · 12–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 7 of 10 small car configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2024-2026 Ford Mustang at a glance
The 2024-2026 Ford Mustang covers 3 model years in the EPA database (20 configurations in all), rated 12–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $2,510 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD (26 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2025 and 2026.
2024-2026 Ford Mustang by model year
What the 2026 Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs to drive
Per month
$209
$2,510 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.18
Per 100 miles
$16.73
Five years
$12,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$390less a year
Class median $2,900 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Ford Mustang MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,530 to $2,510, $20 less.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,510 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,410 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,620 |
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,880 |
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,940 |
| GTD | 5.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 10 | 17 | 12 | $6,700 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2025 Ford Mustang MPG
12–26 MPG · $2,530–$5,440/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,520 to $2,530, $10 more.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,530 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,410 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,610 |
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,870 |
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,940 |
| GTD | 5.2L 8-cyl supercharged | RWD | 10 | 17 | 12 | $5,440 |
2024 Ford Mustang MPG
17–26 MPG · $2,520–$3,950/yr
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 22 | 33 | 26 | $2,520 |
| Performance Package | 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | RWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $2,720 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,410 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 24 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $3,610 |
| Mustang 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 23 | 17 | $3,810 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Automatic (S10) | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,870 |
| Dark Horse 5.0L 8-cyl RWD Manual 6-spd | 5.0L 8-cyl | RWD | 14 | 22 | 17 | $3,950 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD: $3,420 in California and $2,190 in Texas, a $1,230 difference.
- California $3,420
- Washington $3,170
- New York $2,510
- Florida $2,370
- Texas $2,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 small car models.
Generations
- 2000-2004 (4th gen)
- 2005-2014 (5th gen)
- 2015-2023 (S550)
- 2024-2026 (S650)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang get?
EPA rates the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang at 12–26 MPG combined across 20 configurations and 3 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD, is rated 26 MPG (22 city, 33 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang?
Every model year of the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang tops out at 26 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2025 and 2026.
How does the 2024-2026 Ford Mustang compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2023 Ford Mustang) is rated 14–25 MPG combined and costs $2,570–$5,700 a year to fuel; the 2024-2026 model is rated 12–26 MPG and costs $2,510–$6,700 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Ford Mustang per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $2,510 a year. Across all 6 configurations the cost runs $2,510–$6,700 a year. That is a $4,190 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Ford Mustang 100 miles?
About $16.73 per 100 miles for the Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $16.73 and $44.67 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Ford Mustang more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD is rated 22 city and 33 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 11 MPG.
How does the 2026 Ford Mustang compare with other small car configurations?
The Mustang 2.3L 4-cyl turbo RWD costs about $2,510 a year to fuel, $390 less than the class median of $2,900, and less than 7 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 195 rated small car configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Ford Mustang different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $2,530 to $2,510, $20 less. EPA lists 6 configurations for 2026 against 6 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Ford Mustang for that year.