Photo: Ford Mustang by Rennett Stowe from USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. It shows the model, not always this exact version.
Ford · model year 2017
2017 Ford Mustang
Subcompact · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
Where it places
The CarCody take
The 2017 Ford Mustang is a rear-wheel-drive car with a 2.3 L turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine and a 6-speed manual transmission. EPA fuel economy is 21 MPG city, 30 MPG highway and 24 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is $2,800, and tailpipe CO2 emissions are 370 grams per mile. This Mustang is classified as a subcompact car and belongs to the Mustang family. Its drivetrain, engine and transmission identify the configuration covered by these figures. Buyers comparing fuel use can note the 30 MPG highway rating alongside the 21 MPG city figure; the combined rating is 24 MPG. The annual estimate offers a further reference point for running costs.
Good to know
- 30 MPG highway
- Annual fuel cost is $2,800
- 6-speed manual transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
Watch for
- 21 MPG city
- 24 MPG combined
- 370 g CO2 per mile
Who it suits. It may suit drivers seeking a rear-wheel-drive car with a manual gearbox and turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Its 30 MPG highway rating and $2,800 annual fuel-cost estimate may help with fuel-cost planning.
The Mustang pairs a turbocharged 2.3 L four-cylinder engine with rear-wheel drive and a manual transmission. Its 24 MPG combined rating and $2,800 EPA annual fuel cost are useful figures for evaluating fuel use.
Overview
The 2017 Ford Mustang is a gasoline-powered car in the EPA’s Subcompact Cars class. Its listed configuration pairs a 2.3 L four-cylinder turbo engine with rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission. EPA figures are 21 MPG city, 30 MPG highway and 24 MPG combined. The reported tailpipe emissions are 370 grams of CO2 per mile.
Those figures provide a clear baseline for comparing fuel use, but they describe this listed configuration rather than every Mustang setup. The EPA-estimated annual fuel cost is USD 2,800. Actual fuel spending depends on driving and fuel prices.
Key features
Powertrain and drivetrain
The listed Mustang combines a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine with a manual six-speed gearbox. Power is sent to the rear wheels. The supplied specifications do not describe output, acceleration, passenger capacity, cargo space, or equipment, so those details cannot be assessed here.
Fuel economy and emissions
The EPA rates this configuration at 21 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway, for 24 MPG combined. The highway figure is higher than the city figure, while the combined rating gives a single reference point for mixed use. Its stated tailpipe CO2 is 370 grams per mile.
Pricing
No purchase price, trim pricing, or financing terms are provided for the 2017 Mustang. The available cost figure is the EPA annual fuel-cost estimate: USD 2,800. It is a fuel-cost estimate, not a complete ownership-cost figure; maintenance, insurance, taxes, and other expenses are not specified.
Platforms
The available specifications identify a gasoline engine, rear-wheel drive, and a six-speed manual transmission. They do not provide information about infotainment, connected services, driver-assistance systems, or compatibility with dealer, fleet, or garage software.
Who it's for
This configuration may suit buyers considering a rear-wheel-drive gasoline car with a manual transmission who want EPA fuel-economy figures to factor into a comparison. Its 24 MPG combined rating and USD 2,800 annual fuel-cost estimate offer useful reference points for budgeting, but buyers should weigh them against their own driving patterns and fuel costs. The supplied facts do not establish comfort, practicality, performance, or suitability for any particular use.
For shoppers browsing the wider Ford cars list, the Mustang’s stated body and powertrain details provide a starting point for comparing Ford models. The listed specifications alone do not establish how it stacks up against vehicles with different body styles or configurations.
Pros and cons
Pros
- EPA city, highway, and combined fuel-economy ratings are available for this configuration.
- The engine, transmission, and drive layout are clearly identified.
- The annual fuel-cost estimate and tailpipe CO2 figure give buyers additional comparison points.
Cons
- The listed combined rating is 24 MPG, and the EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is USD 2,800.
- Purchase price and broader ownership costs are not provided.
- Information about cabin space, features, performance, and technology is not provided.
Alternatives
For buyers comparing other Ford vehicles, the supplied directory entries include the 2027 Ford Expedition 2WD, 2027 Ford Expedition 4WD, and 2027 Ford Explorer AWD. These links identify other models to consider, but the available facts here do not support a direct comparison of their specifications or costs with the Mustang.
Verdict
The 2017 Ford Mustang’s listed configuration is defined by its 2.3 L turbocharged four-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, and rear-wheel drive. EPA fuel economy is 21 MPG city, 30 MPG highway, and 24 MPG combined, with estimated annual fuel costs of USD 2,800. That is enough to frame a fuel-use comparison, but not to judge purchase value or overall ownership without pricing and further vehicle details.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 24 MPG
- City MPG
- 21 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 30 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 370 g per mile
- Model year
- 2017
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline