Does the 2023 Ford Mustang need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$400extra a year
- Premium listed for the EcoBoost Fastback RWD.
- All 13 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 97% of 29 coupes (2023) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EcoBoost Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| EcoBoost RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| EcoBoost Premium Fastback RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| EcoBoost RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| EcoBoost Premium RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| EcoBoost Premium RWD | 2.3L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| GT Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| GT RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| GT Premium Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| GT Premium RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| GT Premium RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Mach 1 Fastback RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| Mach 1 RWD | 5.0L 8cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ford Mustang | EcoBoost Fastback RWD | Premium |
| 2023 Ford Bronco | 4WD | Regular |
| 2023 Toyota GR86 | RWD | Premium |
| 2023 Subaru BRZ | Premium RWD | Premium |
| 2023 Chevrolet Camaro | LS RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree