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Ford Mustang road tax (2026/27)

How much is Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) on a Ford Mustang? 100% of the 2 in stock pay the flat £200/yr standard rate.

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How much is road tax on a Ford Mustang?

Most used Ford Mustang in stock pay the flat standard rate of £200 a year — 100% were first registered on or after 1 April 2017, when road tax became a single annual rate regardless of CO₂. Figures are for the 2026/27 UK tax year.

Standard rate
£200/yr
Most common
£200/yr (100%)
From April 2017
100% of stock
Median CO₂
215 g/km

There are currently 3 used Ford Mustang models available on Motoring Today, spanning model years from 2018 to 2023. Understanding Vehicle Excise Duty (VED), commonly known as road tax, for a used car like the Mustang involves considering its first-registration date and specific emissions data. The UK road tax system for used cars varies significantly based on when the vehicle was initially registered, and this is crucial for budgeting. For all used cars in the UK, the VED amount is determined by the car's first-registration date, its CO2 emissions, and its fuel type. Cars registered before April 2017 are taxed purely on their CO2 emissions bands. However, Mustangs registered from April 2017 onwards fall under a different system: they incur a first-year rate based on CO2, followed by a standard flat rate for subsequent years. Additionally, cars with a list price exceeding £40,000 when new also face an extra surcharge for five years from the second year of registration. It is also important to note that while fully-electric cars have historically been exempt from VED, this exemption is scheduled to change. Due to the various factors involved, including specific CO2 figures and the car’s original list price, the exact VED figure will differ for each individual Ford Mustang. We recommend checking the precise VED cost for any specific Mustang listing you are interested in, as this information will be provided within its full details.

Standard rate (year 2+)
£200/yr

Cars registered from 1 Apr 2017 (2026/27)

Most common in stock
£200/yr

100% of Ford Mustang

Expensive-car supplement
440/yr

If over £40k new · years 2–6

How Ford Mustang road tax is worked out

First-year rate by CO₂ (cars registered from 1 April 2026)
CO₂Petrol / EV / RDE2 dieselNon-RDE2 diesel
0 g/km£10£10
1–50 g/km£115£135
51–75 g/km£135£280
76–90 g/km£280£365
91–100 g/km£365£405
101–110 g/km£405£455
111–130 g/km£455£560
131–150 g/km£560£1,410
151–170 g/km£1,410£2,270
171–190 g/km£2,270£3,420
191–225 g/km£3,420£4,850
226–255 g/km£4,850£5,690
Over 255 g/km£5,690£5,690

After the first year

2026/27
  • £200/yr standard rate — every car registered on or after 1 April 2017, petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric.
  • 440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6 if the list price was over £40,000 new (£50,000 for electric cars registered from April 2025).
  • Electric cars pay £10 in the first year, then the £200 standard rate — the zero-emission exemption ended on 1 April 2025.
  • Cars registered 2001–2017 stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M), from £20 to £790 a year.

Rates shown are for the 2026/27 UK tax year (source: DVLA / GOV.UK). Check the exact figure for a specific car by its registration on the GOV.UK vehicle-tax service.

Ford Mustang in stock now — from £22,889

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ElectricAutomatic54,000 mi2023
£200/yr
£401/mo
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Trim-by-trim specifications & road tax

Trim-level specifications for the Ford Mustang (Petrol), across 106 recorded variants.

Performance
266–453 bhp
Power
4.3s
0–60 mph (fastest)
166 mph
Top speed
2,263–5,038 cc
Engine
Economy & running costs
13.4–35 mpg
Fuel economy
179–306 g/km
CO₂
£600
Road tax (VED)
39–48 of 50
Insurance group
Dimensions & practicality
4,784 mm
Length
2,080 mm
Width
1,394 mm
Height
2,720 mm
Wheelbase
1,818 kg
Weight
4
Seats
2
Doors
Euro NCAP safety
3-star · tested 2017
61%
Safety assist

The Ford Mustang Convertible was tested by Euro NCAP in 2017 and was awarded a 3 star overall rating. This overall rating is calculated from the following individual ratings:

Manual · Automatic 4 seats New from £32,845
TrimFuelPowerMPGCO₂Ins.
5.0 V8 Dark Horse 2drManualPetrol446 bhp13.8 - 27.2 mpg24146
5.0 V8 Dark Horse 2dr AutoAutomaticPetrol446 bhp13.6 - 27.4 mpg23546
5.0 V8 GT 2drManualPetrol439 bhp13.6 - 28 mpg23044
5.0 V8 GT 2dr AutoAutomaticPetrol439 bhp13.6 - 28 mpg23045
5.0 V8 Mach 1 2drManualPetrol453 bhp22.8 mpg28444
5.0 V8 Mach 1 2dr AutoAutomaticPetrol453 bhp24.1 mpg27045
5.0 V8 GT (Custom Pack 3) 2dManualPetrol443 bhp23.2 - 23.3 mpg30547
5.0 V8 GT (Custom Pack 4) 440 auto 2dAutomaticPetrol433 bhp25 - 25.7 mpg29045
5.0 V8 55 Edition auto 2dAutomaticPetrol433 bhp29948
2.3 EcoBoost (Custom Pack 2) 291 2dManualPetrol286 bhp31 mpg20742
2.3 EcoBoost 270 2dManualPetrol266 bhp31 mpg20742
Bullitt 5.0 V8 GT 2dManualPetrol452 bhp23.9 mpg27045

Manufacturer specifications aggregated across recorded trims; individual cars vary by options and age. Figures are a guide — confirm exact spec with the seller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is road tax on a Ford Mustang?
A Ford Mustang registered on or after 1 April 2017 pays the flat standard rate of £200 a year for 2026/27. Cars registered between March 2001 and March 2017 pay a CO₂-based band instead. If the car cost over £40,000 new, add the £440/yr expensive-car supplement in years 2–6.
Do electric Ford Mustangs pay road tax?
Yes — since 1 April 2025 zero-emission cars pay VED. A new electric car pays £10 in its first year, then the £200 standard rate; electric cars registered before April 2025 also pay £200. Electric cars registered before March 2017 pay £20.
What is the expensive-car (£40,000) supplement?
Cars with a list price over £40,000 when new pay an extra £440 a year on top of the standard rate for five years, starting from the second licence (years 2–6). For zero-emission cars registered from 1 April 2025 the threshold is £50,000. It is based on the list price when new, not the price you pay used.
How is road tax calculated for the Ford Mustang?
For cars registered from April 2017, VED is a first-year "showroom" rate based on CO₂ emissions, then the flat £200 standard rate every year after. Older cars (2001–2017) stay on the CO₂ band system (bands A–M). You can check the exact rate for any specific car by its registration on the DVLA vehicle-tax service.
How does used-car road tax work in the UK?
For cars first registered from April 2017, VED involves a first-year rate based on CO2, then a standard flat rate. Cars with an original list price over £40,000 also incur a yearly surcharge for five years. Older cars, registered before April 2017, are taxed purely on their CO2 emissions bands.
How many Ford Mustangs are currently for sale?
We currently have 3 Ford Mustangs available for sale, spanning model years from 2018 to 2023. This information was last updated on 15 August 2026.