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Ford Mustang vs Volkswagen Eos

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

Vehicles

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2026 Ford Mustang

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2016 Volkswagen Eos

Overview

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
Selected trimEcoBoostKomfort
Body styleCoupeConvertible
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic6-speed automated manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262016

Pricing & market

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
MSRP$32,320$31,995 (best)
Lowest listing price$12,875 (best)
Median listing price$34,633 (best)
Highest listing price$153,275 (best)
For sale now178 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)25 MPG
City MPG22 MPG22 MPG
Highway MPG33 MPG (best)30 MPG
Fuel tank16 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
Horsepower315 hp (best)200 hp
Torque350 lb-ft (best)207 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L (best)2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
Seating4 seats4 seats
Doors22
Cargo volume13.5 cu ft (best)10.5 cu ft
Payload932 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,588 lbs3,508 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.6 in (best)
Wheelbase107 in (best)101.5 in
Length189.4 in (best)174.1 in
Width75.4 in (best)70.5 in
Height55 in56.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecFord MustangEcoBoostVolkswagen EosKomfort
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)32 (best)

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.

TrimFord MustangVolkswagen Eos
1

EcoBoost

$32,320 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Komfort

$31,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

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

Ford Mustang vs Volkswagen Eos FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Ford Mustang or 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Ford Mustang vs 2016 Volkswagen Eos on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Ford Mustang or 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Volkswagen Eos starts lower at $31,995. Live Ford Mustang listings start at $12,875.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Ford Mustang or 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
The 2016 Volkswagen Eos leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,995).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Ford Mustang or 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Ford Mustang or 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
The 2026 Ford Mustang leads on horsepower in this comparison (500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Ford Mustang vs 2016 Volkswagen Eos?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Mustang (5/5 NHTSA overall).