2018 Ford Mustang
US · Subcompact Cars
The 2018 Ford Mustang is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.3 L to 5.2 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 8 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 6 to 10 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 2.3L · RWD · 10-speed automatic
- 2.3L · RWD · 6-speed manual
- 5.0L · RWD · 10-speed automatic
- 5.0L · RWD · 6-speed manual
- Mustang Convertible · 2.3L · RWD · 10-speed automatic
- Mustang Convertible · 2.3L · RWD · 6-speed manual
- Mustang Convertible · 5.0L · RWD · 10-speed automatic
- Mustang Performance Package · 2.3L · RWD · 10-speed automatic
- Mustang Performance Package · 2.3L · RWD · 6-speed manual
- Shelby GT350 Mustang · 5.2L · RWD · 6-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
25V572000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may…
Reported September 4, 2025. View on NHTSA
18E035000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Roush Performance Products, Inc. (Roush) is recalling certain aftermarket supercharger kits, part number R1318-6006P1-AA, sold for installation on 2018 Ford Mustangs. The hose barb fittings on the supercharger kits may be manufactured incorrectly, possibly causing damage to the fuel lines and resulting in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Roush will notify the known owners and replace the defective fuel rail subassemblies, free of charge. The recall began on May 31, 2018. Owners may contact Roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874. Roush's number for this recall is…
Reported May 24, 2018. View on NHTSA
18V213000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…
Reported April 4, 2018. View on NHTSA
17V814000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018 Ford Mustang vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and a 12.4" digital instrument cluster. If the ignition is turned off when the transmission is not in PARK, the instrument cluster may not illuminate the PRNDL gear position display and the operator may not receive the "Key in Ignition" chime when the driver's door is opened. As such,…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number…
Reported December 18, 2017. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 12, 2026
Data verified: October 13, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2017 Ford Mustang
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 5.2L 8-cylinder, 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder · RWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) - 2019 Ford Mustang
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder · RWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2018 Ford Mustang have?
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2018 Ford Mustang?
Combined fuel economy is 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2018 Ford Mustang front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 2018 Ford Mustang?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.