2001 Ford Mustang fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2001 Ford Mustang. Combined fuel economy ranges from 18 to 20 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 25 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 18 to 20 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 17 and 25 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,350 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang Automatic 4-spd | 6-cyl 3.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
| Mustang Manual 5-spd | 6-cyl 3.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG | $3,350 |
| Mustang Automatic 4-spd | 8-cyl 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG | $3,700 |
| Mustang Manual 5-spd | 8-cyl 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG | $3,700 |
| Mustang Manual 5-spd | 8-cyl 4.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 23 | 18 MPG | $4,550 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,350 per year in fuel, versus $4,550 for the least efficient.