1999 Ford Mustang Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

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Fuel tank capacity

15.7gal · 59 L

The 1999 Ford Mustang has a fuel tank capacity of 15.7 gallons (59 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 345–424 highway miles or 236–267 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

15.7 gal · Smaller than 81% of 1999 models we list.

Listed separately: 1999 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra (15.7 gal).

Highway range
345–424 mi
City range
236–267 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
17–21 MPG
EPA size class
Subcompact Cars

1999 Ford Mustang fuel tank capacity by trim

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Engine
no difference

All 4 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
2dr Convertible 3.8L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 17 / 27Range 267 / 424 mi 3.8L 6cyl 5M RWD 15.7 gal59 L 17 / 27 267 / 424 mi
2dr Coupe 3.8L 6cyl 5M · RWD MPG 17 / 27Range 267 / 424 mi 3.8L 6cyl 5M RWD 15.7 gal59 L 17 / 27 267 / 424 mi
GT 2dr Convertible 4.6L 8cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 236 / 345 mi 4.6L 8cyl 5M RWD 15.7 gal59 L 15 / 22 236 / 345 mi
GT 2dr Coupe 4.6L 8cyl 5M · RWD MPG 15 / 22Range 236 / 345 mi 4.6L 8cyl 5M RWD 15.7 gal59 L 15 / 22 236 / 345 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 1999 Ford Mustang goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 21 MPG, a full 15.7-gallon tank covers about 330 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full15.7424267
3/411.8318200
1/27.9212133
1/43.910667
1/82.05333

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 714 gallons, roughly 45 full tanks.

In real driving: owners who log fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 20.8 MPG in the Mustang (8 drivers), about 327 miles on a full 15.7-gallon tank.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
17–21 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
423–523 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 1999 Ford Mustang

$67.04 to fill the 15.7-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
15.7 galRegular$4.27$67.04$50.28

By region, 15.7-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$63.11
Midwest$4.27$67.04
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$58.09
Rocky Mountain$4.46$70.02
West Coast$5.42$85.09
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$92.47

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 15.7-gallon tank$67.04
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,050

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Mustang tank size in other years

The 1999 Mustang uses the same 15.7 gal tank as the 1998 model.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2004 Mustang 15.7 gal 424 mi
2003 Mustang 15.7 gal 424 mi
2002 Mustang 15.5 gal 419 mi
2001 Mustang 15.7 gal 408 mi
2000 Mustang 15.7 gal 408 mi
1999 Mustang 15.7 gal 424 mi
1998 Mustang 15.7 gal 424 mi
1997 Mustang 15.4 gal 416 mi
1996 Mustang 15.4 gal 416 mi
1995 Mustang 15.4 gal 416 mi
1994 Mustang 15.4 gal 416 mi
Ford Mustang fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options

1999 Ford Mustang vs similar 1999 coupes

The Mustang has the smallest tank of the two 1999 coupes compared here: 15.7 gallons, against 15.9 for the Toyota Celica.

1999 modelTankLongest highway range
Toyota Celica 15.9 gal 413 mi
Ford Mustang 15.7 gal 424 mi

Other 1999 coupes of a similar size, one model per brand.

1999 Ford Mustang fuel system recalls

None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1999 Ford Mustang involve the fuel system.

All Ford fuel recalls Look up your tank by VIN

1999 Ford Mustang fuel pump and gauge parts

NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 1999 Ford Mustang, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 1999 Ford Mustang?

The 1999 Ford Mustang holds 15.7 gallons (59 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 1999 Ford Mustang gas tank hold?

The 1999 Ford Mustang tank holds 59 liters, or 15.7 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 1999 Ford Mustang go on a full tank?

About 345–424 miles on the highway and 236–267 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 1999 Ford Mustang go on a quarter tank?

About 106 highway miles or 67 in town from the 15.7-gallon tank, which has roughly 3.9 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

How many miles does a 1999 Ford Mustang really get on a tank?

Drivers who log their fill-ups at fueleconomy.gov average 20.8 MPG in the 1999 Ford Mustang (8 drivers), which works out to about 327 miles on a full 15.7-gallon tank.

What gas does the 1999 Ford Mustang take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 1999 Ford Mustang?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 15.7-gallon tank from empty costs $67.04. It ranges from $58.09 in the Gulf Coast to $92.47 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 1999 Ford Mustang?

About 97 pounds for the 15.7-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 1999 Ford Mustang have a bigger gas tank than the Toyota Celica?

No. The 1999 Toyota Celica holds up to 15.9 gallons; the 1999 Ford Mustang holds up to 15.7.

Has the 1999 Ford Mustang had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

No. None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 1999 Ford Mustang involve the fuel system.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Ford fuel system recalls).
  • Real-world MPG: driver-reported fill-ups shared at fueleconomy.gov (My MPG).

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