2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang
The 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is a compact car, rated at 25 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 25
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $32,000
- Recalls
- 6
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Affordable Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Model | Mustang |
| Model year | 2023 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.3 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic 10-spd |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 22 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 32 |
| Combined MPG | 25 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 350 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2500 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Mustang | 19 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Mustang | 24 MPG combined |
| Mustang | 25 MPG combined |
| Mustang | 24 MPG combined |
| Mustang | 18 MPG combined |
| Mustang Convertible | 18 MPG combined |
| Mustang Convertible | 23 MPG combined |
| Mustang Convertible | 23 MPG combined |
| Mustang Convertible | 23 MPG combined |
| Mustang HO Convertible | 22 MPG combined |
| Mustang HO Convertible | 21 MPG combined |
| Mustang HO Coupe | 23 MPG combined |
| Mustang HO Coupe | 22 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach 1 | 18 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach 1 | 17 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD | 93 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended | 92 MPG combined |
| MUSTANG MACH-E CAL RT 1 ER AWD | 98 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E GT | 84 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E GT Performance | 82 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD | 103 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended | 99 MPG combined |
| Mustang Mach-E RWD LFP | 101 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 22 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 32 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 21% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $28,800
- Total interest
- $5,010
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (6)
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION23V070000 · 2023-02-10
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM23V727000 · 2023-10-27
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Mustang vehicles. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C35.
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM24V493000 · 2024-06-28
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Remedy: Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 11, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S44.
- STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM25V096000 · 2025-02-14
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-493. The secondary steering torque sensor may not be calibrated properly, which can cause the steering wheel to turn side to side against the driver's intentions.
Remedy: Dealers will update the power steering control module (PSCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S11.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE25V442000 · 2025-06-27
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM25V689000 · 2025-10-10
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Mustang vehicles repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V727. The brake fluid level sensor may not activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 17, 2025.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?
The 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is EPA-rated at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway).
Is the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang reliable?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang costs roughly $1,608 per year to fuel, or about $8,040 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang?
The 2023 Affordable Aluminum Mustang is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC