2026 Ford Mustang
US · Subcompact Cars
The 2026 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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 & PFI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder supercharged
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual, Dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder supercharged | |
| Displacement | 2.3 L to 5.2 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 8 | |
| Aspiration | Varies by configuration: Turbocharged, Supercharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual, Dual-clutch | |
| Gears | 6 to 10 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) | |
| City | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) to 10 mpg (23.5 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
6 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked September 30, 2026.
26V547000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is…
Reported August 25, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V548000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy…
Reported August 25, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V418000: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32.…
Reported June 30, 2026. View on NHTSA
26V205000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.…
Reported March 31, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V828000: ENGINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…
Reported December 1, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 2026 · US Government public data
Last verified: September 30, 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.
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2026 Ford Mustang have?
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI & PFI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder supercharged. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Ford Mustang?
Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2026 Ford Mustang front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 2026 Ford Mustang?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked September 30, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.