2023 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8 GT Specs
Trims: GT, GT Premium · 6th gen (S550) · Updated Oct 2026
- Horsepower
- 460 hp
- 420 lb-ft
- Curb weight
- 3,730 lb
- Oil capacity
- 10.0 qt
- with filter
- Oil type
- SAE 5W-30
- Tire size
- 235/50R18
- MPG combined
- 19 mpg
Specs #specs
The 2023 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8 GT makes 460 hp at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb-ft of torque at 4,600 rpm. Its curb weight is 3,730 lb.
| Horsepower | 460 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 420 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual, 10-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Curb weight | 3,730 lb |
| Fuel tank | 16.0 gal |
Engine #engine
| Engine | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5.0 L |
| Cylinders | V8 |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Compression ratio | 12.0:1 |
| Firing order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
Oil capacity & fluids #oil-capacity
The 2023 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8 GT takes 10.0 quarts of SAE 5W-30 oil with a filter change.
| Engine oil (with filter) | 10.0 qt |
|---|---|
| Oil type | SAE 5W-30 |
| Coolant | 13.6 qt |
| Coolant with Track Pack | 15.2 qt |
| Manual transmission fluid (MT82) | 2.7 qt |
| Rear axle | 1.6 qt SAE 75W-85 |
| Brake fluid | DOT 4 LV |
Wheels & tires #tire-size
The 2023 Ford Mustang 5.0L V8 GT comes with 235/50R18 tires. The bolt pattern is 5x114.3.
| Tire size | 235/50R18 |
|---|---|
| Wheel size | 18 x 8 in |
| Bolt pattern | 5x114.3 |
| Thread size | M14x1.5 |
| Lug nut torque | 150 lb-ft |
Fuel economy #mpg
| City | Highway | Combined | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe, 10-speed automatic | 15 | 24 | 19 |
| Coupe, 6-speed manual | 15 | 24 | 18 |
| Convertible, 10-speed automatic | 15 | 23 | 18 |
Maintenance schedule #maintenance
| Engine oil & filter (Oil-Life Monitor, at most) | 10,000 mi / 12 mo |
|---|---|
| Cabin air filter | 20,000 mi |
| Engine air filter | 30,000 mi |
| Spark plugs | 100,000 mi |
| Automatic transmission fluid & filter | 150,000 mi |
| Engine coolant (first change) | 200,000 mi / 120 mo |
| Brake fluid | 36 mo |
6 recalls for the 2023 Ford Mustang →
FAQ
How much oil does a 2023 Mustang GT take?
The 5.0L V8 takes 10.0 quarts of SAE 5W-30 including the oil filter.
How much horsepower does the 2023 Mustang GT have?
460 hp at 7,000 rpm and 420 lb-ft at 4,600 rpm.
Sources: 2023 Ford Mustang Owner's Manual (version 1), Edmunds 2023 Ford Mustang features & specs (EcoBoost and GT horsepower, torque, curb weight, base tire sizes), EPA fueleconomy.gov, NHTSA recalls, Ford Performance Parts (bolt pattern). Updated Oct 2026.