2016 Ford Mustang

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$24,145 – $41,895 MSRP across 8 builds, plus $900 destination

The five-trim 2016 Ford Mustang lineup starts with the V6 at $24,145 and tops out with the GT Premium at $36,395, with EcoBoost and GT choices in between. Compared with 2015, the GT 50 Years Limited Edition is gone and the starting price is $345 higher. Engine output ranges from 300 to 435 hp.

2016 Ford Mustang

Key Specifications

Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
280 lb-ft
Combined MPG
21 mpg
Max towing
1,000 lb
Seating
4
Cargo volume (seats up)
13.5 cu ft
Curb weight
3,526 lb
Displacement
3.7 L

Base build: V6 2dr Fastback V6. Figures vary by build — see each trim.

2016 Ford Mustang trims

Trims (5)MSRP fromCompare
V6

3.7L Regular Unleaded V-6, RWD, 300 hp, 21 mpg · 2 builds

EcoBoost

2.3L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, RWD, 310 hp, 25 mpg

EcoBoost Premium

2.3L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4, RWD, 310 hp, 25 mpg · 2 builds

GT

5.0L Premium Unleaded V-8, RWD, 435 hp, 19 mpg

GT Premium

5.0L Premium Unleaded V-8, RWD, 435 hp, 19 mpg · 2 builds

Each trim comes in one or more builds — drivetrain, cab and bed choices with their own price and weight. Compare ticks the trim's base build; every build is listed below.

Across all 8 builds

Horsepower
300–435 hp
Torque
280–400 lb-ft
Combined MPG
19–26 mpg
Max towing
1,000 lb
Curb weight
3,469–3,825 lb
Seating
4
Cargo volume (seats up)
11.4–13.5 cu ft

Buying a used 2016 Ford Mustang

Price when new
$24,145 – $41,895
MSRP, plus $900 destination
NHTSA recalls
5 campaigns
See the list below
The 2017 that replaced it
+$1,040 to start
2017 vs 2016: what changed

Figures are as published when the 2016 Ford Mustang was new; a used car's price depends on its mileage, condition and history. Before you buy, check the car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether its recall repairs were done.

2016 Ford Mustang Specifications & Features

Specifications of the V6 2dr Fastback V6 build. Figures for other trims are on their individual pages.

Engine
Regular Unleaded V-6
Engine order code
99M
Displacement
3.7 L
Displacement (cu in)
227 cu in
Cylinders
6
Fuel system
Sequential MPI
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Horsepower
300 hp
Horsepower RPM
6,500 rpm
Torque
280 lb-ft
Torque RPM
4,000 rpm
Recommended fuel
Regular
Transmission
Manual
Transmission detail
Manual w/OD
Speeds
6
Transmission order code
44X
Drivetrain
RWD
1st gear ratio
4.24:1
2nd gear ratio
2.54:1
3rd gear ratio
1.67:1
4th gear ratio
1.24:1
5th gear ratio
1:1
6th gear ratio
0.7:1
Reverse ratio
3.84:1
Final drive ratio
3.15:1
Limited-slip differential
Yes
City MPG
17 mpg
Highway MPG
28 mpg
Combined MPG
21 mpg
Range (city)
272 mi
Range (highway)
448 mi
Fuel tank
16 gal
CO₂ emissions
8.4 tons/yr
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars
Wheelbase
107.1 in
Length
188.3 in
Width (without mirrors)
75.4 in
Height
54.4 in
Front track
62.3 in
Rear track
64.9 in
Turning diameter (curb to curb)
36.5 ft
Seating
4
Passenger volume
84.5 cu ft
Front headroom
37.6 in
Front legroom
44.5 in
Front shoulder room
56.3 in
Front hip room
54.9 in
2nd-row headroom
34.8 in
2nd-row legroom
30.6 in
2nd-row shoulder room
52.2 in
2nd-row hip room
47.4 in
Cargo volume (seats up)
13.5 cu ft
Total interior volume
98 cu ft
Curb weight
3,526 lb
Max towing
1,000 lb
Front suspension
Strut
Rear suspension
Multi-Link
Steering
Rack-Pinion
Brakes
4-Wheel Disc
ABS
4-Wheel
Front disc brakes
Yes
Rear disc brakes
Yes
Front rotor diameter
12.6 in
Rear rotor diameter
12.6 in
Hill descent control
No
Hill start assist
Yes
Front wheel diameter
17 in
Front wheel width
7.5 in
Rear wheel diameter
17 in
Rear wheel width
7.5 in
Front wheel material
Aluminum
Rear wheel material
Aluminum
Front tire size
P235/55HR17
Rear tire size
P235/55HR17
Basic warranty (years)
3 yr
Basic warranty (miles)
36,000 mi
Basic warranty unlimited miles
No
Powertrain warranty (years)
5 yr
Powertrain warranty (miles)
60,000 mi
Powertrain warranty unlimited miles
No
Corrosion warranty (years)
5 yr
Corrosion warranty unlimited miles
Yes
Roadside assistance (years)
5 yr
Roadside assistance (miles)
60,000 mi
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5
NHTSA frontal crash
5 / 5
NHTSA frontal (driver)
5 / 5
NHTSA frontal (passenger)
5 / 5
NHTSA side crash
5 / 5
NHTSA side barrier
5 / 5
NHTSA side pole
5 / 5
NHTSA rollover
5 / 5
NHTSA rollover risk
8.1%

2016 Ford Mustang builds & prices (8)

Tick up to 4 builds — from this or any other vehicle — to compare them spec by spec.

  • $24,145
  • $25,645
  • $29,645
  • $29,645
  • $32,395
  • $35,145
  • $36,395
  • $41,895

2016 Ford Mustang recalls (5)

NHTSA safety recall campaigns issued for the 2016 Ford Mustang. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether a specific car has had the remedy applied.

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONERSep 11, 2025 NHTSA 25V614000 · 332,778 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. Water and road salt may corrode the front seat belt anchor pretensioner cables.

Risk: A corroded cable can break, preventing the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant, and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both front seat belt anchor pretensioner assemblies, as necessary. In addition, dealers will remove sections of the carpet and underlayment that contact the cables. Dealers will also inspect the A-pillar sealing patches, and as necessary, install A-pillar body plugs, and/or inspect and replace the front outboard seat bolts. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 20, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S92. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov September 17, 2025.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERASep 2, 2025 NHTSA 25V572000 · 1,456,417 vehicles

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.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 May 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAFeb 15, 2022 NHTSA 22V082000 · 330,784 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles. The rearview camera wiring may be loose or damaged, which can result in a blank or distorted image.

Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the decklid wiring harness and/or replace the rearview camera, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2022 and June 26, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available in the 4th Quarter of 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S06.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGSOct 25, 2016 NHTSA 16V779000 · 6,582 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Mustang vehicles manufactured February 24, 2015, to August 30, 2016. A hose may separate from the engine oil cooler tube assembly causing an oil leak.

Risk: A sudden loss of engine oil may cause engine failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, an oil leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil cooler tube assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 23, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S40.

SEAT BELTSOct 25, 2015 NHTSA 15V707000 · 1,900 vehicles

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 26, 2015, to October 1, 2015. The front and rear seat belts and child seat tether anchors may have been damaged in shipping from the supplier to the vehicle assembly plant and may not adequately restrain the occupant in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," and 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems."

Risk: If the restraint components do not function as intended, the occupants may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front and rear seat belt assemblies and the child seat tether anchors, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C13.

2016 Ford Mustang FAQ

How much did the 2016 Ford Mustang cost new?
The 2016 Ford Mustang started at $24,145 MSRP for the V6 2dr Fastback V6 and went up to $41,895 for the GT Premium 2dr Conv GT Premium. A $900 destination charge was added to every build.
What trims does the 2016 Ford Mustang come in?
The 2016 Ford Mustang comes in 5 trims: V6, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT and GT Premium, across 8 builds.
How much horsepower does the 2016 Ford Mustang have?
The 2016 Ford Mustang makes 300–435 hp, depending on the build. Engines offered: 3.7L Regular Unleaded V-6, 2.3L Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 and 5.0L Premium Unleaded V-8.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Ford Mustang get?
The 2016 Ford Mustang is rated at 19–26 mpg combined, depending on the build.
Does the 2016 Ford Mustang come with all-wheel drive?
No. The 2016 Ford Mustang is RWD only.
How much can the 2016 Ford Mustang tow?
The 2016 Ford Mustang is rated to tow 1,000 lb.
How many people does the 2016 Ford Mustang seat?
The 2016 Ford Mustang seats 4.
Does the 2016 Ford Mustang have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Ford Mustang. Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the remedy has been applied.

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Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.