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Shelby Mustang GT MPG
EPA fuel economy for 1 Shelby Mustang GT trims sold from 2008. Best ever: 17 MPG (2008 Mustang GT). Latest model year 2008: 17 MPG combined across 1 trim.
Shelby Mustang GT fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the 2008 Shelby Mustang GT costs about $4,550 a year to fuel (Mustang GT, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, 17 MPG).
| 2008 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang GT | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 17 | $4,550 | cheapest |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Shelby Mustang GT MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 17 | 15 | 22 | Mustang GT, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 1 |
Every Shelby Mustang GT trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Mustang GT | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 22 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2008 Two Seaters
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 smart fortwo convertible | 36 | 33 | 41 |
| 2008 Audi TT Roadster | 25 | 22 | 29 |
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 | 24 | 22 | 27 |
| 2008 Lotus Elise/Exige | 23 | 21 | 27 |
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 23 | 20 | 29 |
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 23 | 20 | 29 |
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Shelby Mustang GT?
The most efficient Shelby Mustang GT the EPA has rated is the 2008 Mustang GT at 17 MPG combined (15 city, 22 highway).
What MPG does the 2008 Shelby Mustang GT get?
Every 2008 Shelby Mustang GT trim is rated 17 MPG combined.
Which Shelby Mustang GT has the worst fuel economy?
The 2008 Mustang GT is the lowest rated at 17 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Shelby Mustang GT for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, the 2008 Shelby Mustang GT costs about $4,550 a year to fuel (Mustang GT, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, 17 MPG).
More from Shelby: every Shelby model. Fuel types on this model: Premium. EPA classes: Two Seaters.