“Be aware that the support system is not yet fully in place for an EV vs a gas vehicle - Gas is still where the money is, and there is not enough of a focus yet on EV maintenance, repair, support, etc.”
2023 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Ford Mustang is the departure of the Shelby GT500. The five remaining mainstream trims largely carry over for this final year of the sixth-generation Mustang.
About the 2023 Ford Mustang
6th gen (S550, 2015-2023), final model year before the 2024 seventh-generation redesign.
Ford positions the Mustang as the iconic rear-wheel-drive American sports car that can still work as an everyday coupe or convertible. The core appeal is choice: a turbo-four for lighter daily driving, a 5.0-liter V8 for sound and muscle, and Mach 1 for sharper track-focused hardware. Against rivals, Mustang stands out by mixing classic long-hood styling, usable cabin tech, and a wide spread of personalities within one model range.
The 2023 lineup runs from the simpler turbocharged EcoBoost to the V8-powered GT and more comfortable Premium versions with 8-inch touchscreens, smartphone integration, and heated and cooled front seats. Mach 1 is the serious-driver model, pairing a 470-hp V8 with stronger Brembo brakes, adaptive suspension, active exhaust, and a 12-inch digital instrument display.
What changed, by category
Styling
Fog lights became standard on the Mach 1 after being optional for 2022.
2023 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, High Performance, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, High Performance, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Manual, 6-Spd TREMEC w/Rev-Matching | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift / Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 19–22 mpg | 15 mpg | 19–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | 26–32 mpg | 24 mpg | 26–32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 450 hp | 470 hp | 310–330 hp | 450 hp | 310–330 hp |
| Torque | 410 lb-ft | 410 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft | 410 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29 in | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 29–29.2 in | 29–29.2 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
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| Rear Parking Sensors | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Headlights | |||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| USB Ports | |||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled Seats | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2023 Ford Mustang?
The biggest change is that the Shelby GT500 was dropped from the lineup. The EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT Premium, and Mach 1 otherwise returned with no significant lineup-wide update.
Was the 2023 Ford Mustang redesigned?
No. The 2023 Mustang is the final model year of the sixth-generation S550 design, before the seventh-generation Mustang arrived for 2024.
Did the 2023 Mustang Mach 1 change?
Yes, but only slightly. Fog lights became standard on the 2023 Mach 1 after being optional for 2022; its core performance-focused setup remained intact.
Did the 2023 Mustang get new engines or technology?
No. The mainstream EcoBoost, GT, and Mach 1 powertrains carried over, and there was no lineup-wide infotainment, display, or safety-suite upgrade.
How does the 2023 Mustang compare with the 2022 model?
The two years are very similar among the mainstream trims. The main differences are that the 2023 lineup no longer includes the Shelby GT500 and the Mach 1 has standard fog lights.
2023 Ford Mustang Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Ford Mustang.
4.4
2023 Ford Mustang
(513 reviews)
“This vehicle is very techy and not for everyone but it is gorgeous inside and out and very, VERY fast.”
“We have thoroughly enjoyed driving and owning the Mach-e! It has met or exceeded comparison to Tesla products”