2016 Ford Mustang

US · Coupe · Subcompact Cars

Generation: S550 (6th Gen) (2015 – 2023) →

The 2016 Ford Mustang is listed in the US market as a coupe 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder
Power: 500 hp (373 kW)
Torque: 418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: 6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual
Drivetrain: RWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined
Seating: 4 seats

Exterior (Front)

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder

Power Output

500 hp (373 kW)

Peak Torque

418 lb-ft (567 Nm)

Combined Economy

16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

RWD

Transmission

6-speed automatic, 6-speed manual

Capacity

4 seats · 2 doors

Exterior Dimensions

189.4″ L × 75.4″ W × 55.0″ H

Curb Weight

3,858 lbs (1,750 kg)

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder
Displacement	2.3 L to 5.2 L
Cylinders	4 to 8
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Power	500 hp (373 kW)
Torque	418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Fuel type	Gasoline	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Performance

Performance
Specification	Value	Source
0–100 km/h	4.1 s
Top speed	167 mph (268 km/h)

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears	6
Drivetrain	RWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Dimensions

Dimensions
Specification	Value	Source
Length	189.4 in (4,811 mm)
Width	75.4 in (1,915 mm)
Height	55.0 in (1,397 mm)
Wheelbase	107.0 in (2,718 mm)

Weight

Weight
Specification	Value	Source
Curb weight	3,858 lb (1,750 kg)

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
Highway	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km)

Capacity

Capacity
Specification	Value	Source
Seats	4
Doors	2

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

9 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 November 3, 2026.

25V614000: SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar…
Reported September 12, 2025. View on NHTSA
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
22V082000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become…
Reported February 16, 2022. View on NHTSA
16V779000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is…
Reported October 26, 2016. View on NHTSA
15V707000: SEAT BELTS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 26, 2015, to October 1, 2015. The front and rear seat belts and child seat tether anchors may have been damaged in shipping from the supplier to the vehicle assembly plant and may not adequately restrain the occupant in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear seat belt assemblies and the child seat tether anchors, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…
Reported October 26, 2015. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 6, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 6, 2026

Data verified: November 6, 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.

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Varies by configuration: 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder, 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · 500 hp (373 kW) · RWD
25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
2017 Ford Mustang
Coupe, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 5.2L 8-cylinder, 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder · 500 hp (373 kW) · RWD
24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 Ford Mustang have?

Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.7L 6-cylinder, 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

How much horsepower does the 2016 Ford Mustang have?

500 hp (373 kW), as listed by our sources.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Ford Mustang?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 Ford Mustang front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

How many seats does the 2016 Ford Mustang have?

4 seats.

How long is the 2016 Ford Mustang?

189.4 in (4,811 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2016 Ford Mustang?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 3, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.