2018 Ford Mustang

US · Coupe · Subcompact Cars

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

The 2018 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder
Power: 500 hp (373 kW)
Torque: 418 lb-ft (567 Nm)
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, 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), 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

Automatic, 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), 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 to 10
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 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
Highway	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 32 mpg (7.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Towing capacity, Payload, Ground clearance, Gross vehicle weight rating, Electric range, Battery capacity, Fuel tank, Cargo volume.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

10 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 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 November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 5, 2026

Data verified: November 5, 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
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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)
2019 Ford Mustang
Coupe, Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.3L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 5.0L 8-cylinder, 5.2L 8-cylinder · 500 hp (373 kW) · 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.

How much horsepower does the 2018 Ford Mustang have?

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

What is the fuel economy of the 2018 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 2018 Ford Mustang front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: RWD.

How many seats does the 2018 Ford Mustang have?

4 seats.

How long is the 2018 Ford Mustang?

189.4 in (4,811 mm).

Are there recalls for the 2018 Ford Mustang?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.