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2001 Ford Mustang MPG & fuel economy

The 2001 Ford Mustang is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG. That's down 1 MPG from the 2000 model. Among 32 subcompact cars rated for 2001, it ranks 17th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2001 #17 of 32 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2001 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2001 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Suzuki Swift34 MPG $1,368
  2. 2Volkswagen Beetle Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Saturn SC29 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Suzuki Esteem29 MPG $1,603
  5. 5Toyota Celica28 MPG $1,661
  6. 17Ford Mustang20 MPG $2,325
  7. 32Ferrari 456 MGT/MGA11 MPG $5,386
2001 MustangOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,270/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Mustang MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 17 MPG 26 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 16 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 15 MPG 23 MPG 18 MPG — $3,292

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Passenger volume
79 cu ft
Cargo volume
9 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2001 Ford Mustang vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Camaro 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Camaro saves $111/yr vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Firebird/Trans Am/Formula saves $111/yr vs Honda Prelude 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Mustang saves $368/yr vs Hyundai Tiburon 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Tiburon saves $387/yr vs Mitsubishi Eclipse 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Eclipse saves $303/yr vs Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Impreza/Outback Sport saves $303/yr vs Roush Performance Mustang 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Mustang saves $967/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2001 Ford Mustang?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2001 Ford Mustang use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2001 Ford Mustang?

The 2001 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2001 Ford Mustang per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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