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BMW 135i vs Ford Mustang

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2013 BMW 135i

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2026 Ford Mustang

Overview

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
Selected trim135iEcoBoost
Body styleCoupeCoupe
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed manual10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20132026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
MSRP$39,600$32,320 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,875 (best)
Median listing price$34,844 (best)
Highest listing price$153,275 (best)
For sale now0180 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
Combined MPG23 MPG26 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG28 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank14 gal16 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
Horsepower300 hp315 hp (best)
Torque300 lb-ft350 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L (best)2.3 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
Seating4 seats4 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume10 cu ft13.5 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,373 lbs (best)3,588 lbs
Wheelbase104.7 in107 in (best)
Length172.2 in189.4 in (best)
Width68.8 in75.4 in (best)
Height56 in (best)55 in

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 135i135iFord MustangEcoBoost
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2 (best)3

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 135iFord Mustang
1

135i

$39,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

EcoBoost

$32,320 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

135i

$44,400 MSRP

EcoBoost

$40,120 MSRP

3

EcoBoost Premium

$36,345 MSRP

4

EcoBoost Premium

$41,845 MSRP

5

GT

$46,560 MSRP

6

GT Premium

$51,080 MSRP

7

GT Premium

$56,580 MSRP

8

Dark Horse

$63,080 MSRP

Live inventory

BMW 135i vs Ford Mustang FAQ

Which is better: 2013 BMW 135i or 2026 Ford Mustang?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2013 BMW 135i vs 2026 Ford Mustang on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2013 BMW 135i or 2026 Ford Mustang?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Ford Mustang starts lower at $32,320. Live Ford Mustang listings start at $12,875.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2013 BMW 135i or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,320).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2013 BMW 135i or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2013 BMW 135i or 2026 Ford Mustang?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2013 BMW 135i vs 2026 Ford Mustang?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Mustang (5/5 NHTSA overall).