2022 Ford Mustang ConvertibleFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Subcompact CarsRear-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic 10-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
28
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Manual 6-spd
Regular
City
20
Hwy
27
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
20
Hwy
28
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
15
Hwy
23
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $3,750/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
386 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
5L 4-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.3L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Crash Test Scores

Rollover
Rollover Probability8.1%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
44
Owner Complaints
9
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History9

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems44 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 44 owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Mustang Convertible. Top reported issues include fuel system, electrical system and engine. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Fuel System
12
Electrical System
7
Engine
6
Steering
5
Power Train
4
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Structure
4
Speed Control
2

2022 Ford Mustang Convertible problems by category: Fuel System: 12 complaints, Electrical System: 7 complaints, Engine: 6 complaints, Steering: 5 complaints, Power Train: 4 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Structure: 4 complaints, Speed Control: 2 complaints.

5
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
4
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

EngineFiled: 04/09/2026ODI#11730267
The vehicle is a 2022 Ford Mustang EcoBoost. While driving in traffic, the engine suddenly stalled and shut off without warning. This created an immediate safety risk as the vehicle lost power in the …
Electrical SystemFiled: 12/14/2025ODI#11704989
While driving approximately 45 mph and entering a highway, my 2022 Ford Mustang GT California Special suddenly lost power and shut off completely. The engine stalled without warning, creating a danger…
EngineFiled: 04/17/2024ODI#11583644
Vehicle Purchased June 2023 at 1100 miles noticed a loud ticking noise , brought to dealer. Had to do repairs at top part of engine for timing chain guides not lubed correctly. brought back 1000 mile…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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