1987 Ford Mustang

The 1987 Ford Mustang is listed in 5 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.3 L 4-cyl and 5.0 L 8-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 24 MPG (best: 9.8 L/100 km).

Model year1987
Versions5
ClassSubcompact Cars
DriveRear-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
Mustang2.3 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular19 / 24 / 2111.2423Subcompact Cars
Mustang2.3 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular19 / 26 / 2210.7404Subcompact Cars
Mustang2.3 L 4-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular22 / 28 / 249.8370Subcompact Cars
Mustang5.0 L 8-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular16 / 24 / 1912.4468Subcompact Cars
Mustang5.0 L 8-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel DriveRegular15 / 22 / 1713.8523Subcompact Cars

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1987 Ford Mustang.

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