What is the Shelby Mustang?
The Shelby Mustang is a performance-focused take on Ford’s pony car, developed with Shelby American. Its long bonnet and coupe shape give it a purposeful look, while the rear seats make room for passengers or luggage on shorter trips.
Shelby’s history is closely linked to Ford performance cars. Carroll Shelby’s racing and car-building work inspired the original Shelby Mustangs. The name returned to modern Mustangs in the 2000s, when Shelby American and Ford worked together again.
Generations and engines
The listed car is from the 2008 model year, part of the fifth-generation Ford Mustang era. The modern Shelby Mustang programme grew out of Ford’s redesigned Mustang, bringing Shelby’s name back to the car.
The US version has a 4.6 L petrol engine. Shelby Mustangs are known for distinctive styling as well as performance-focused development, though the official entry for this version gives no power output.
How economical is the Shelby Mustang?
The EPA rates the Shelby Mustang at 17 MPG combined, equivalent to 13.8 L/100 km. These US figures use the EPA test procedure and may differ from results in everyday driving.
Test procedures differ by market: Europe uses WLTP or NEDC, the USA uses EPA, and Canada uses the 5-cycle test.
Where was it sold?
The listed version is for the US market. It is a petrol-powered Shelby Mustang with a 4.6 L engine.
Questions and answers
What engine does the 2008 Shelby Mustang have?
The US version has a 4.6 L petrol engine.
What is its official fuel economy?
The EPA rates it at 17 MPG combined, equivalent to 13.8 L/100 km.
Was the Shelby Mustang sold outside the United States?
The listed version is for the US market.