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1997 Ford Mustang MPG & fuel economy

The 1997 Ford Mustang is a subcompact car offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 1996 model. Among 41 subcompact cars rated for 1997, it ranks 22nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,214 a year to fuel.

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Combined 21 MPG 18 MPG city · 27 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,214 15,000 mi/yr · $14.76 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1997 #22 of 41 Subcompact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1997 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City187.713.1
Highway2711.58.7
Combined218.911.2

How it ranks among 1997 Subcompact Cars

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  1. 1Geo Metro40 MPG $1,162
  2. 2Suzuki Swift35 MPG $1,329
  3. 3Honda Civic34 MPG $1,368
  4. 4Ford Aspire33 MPG $1,409
  5. 5Toyota Tercel31 MPG $1,500
  6. 22Ford Mustang21 MPG $2,214
  7. 41Ferrari Ferrari 45611 MPG $5,386
1997 MustangOther subcompact carsClass median: $2,022/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 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
RWD · 3.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Mustang		 Gas 15 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 15 MPG 24 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583
RWD · 4.6L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual
Mustang		 Gas 16 MPG 24 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

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

1997 Ford Mustang vs. rivals

vs Chevrolet Camaro 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Mustang saves $111/yr vs Pontiac Firebird/Trans Am/Formula 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Mustang saves $111/yr vs Mitsubishi 3000 GT 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Mustang saves $233/yr vs Mitsubishi 3000 GT Spyder 19 MPG · $2,447/yr Mustang saves $233/yr vs Hyundai Tiburon 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Tiburon saves $193/yr vs Subaru Impreza/Outback Sport 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Impreza/Outback Sport saves $277/yr vs Subaru SVX 18 MPG · $3,292/yr Mustang saves $1,077/yr vs Nissan 240SX 22 MPG · $2,693/yr Mustang saves $479/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1997 Ford Mustang?

Up to 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway); ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1997 Ford Mustang use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1997 Ford Mustang?

The 1997 Ford Mustang's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 7.7 km/L in the city and 11.5 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1997 Ford Mustang per year?

About $2,214 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $14.76 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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