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2021 Ford GT

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 GT.

Transmission Automatic (AM7)

The 2021 Ford GT requires 6.2 qt of 5W‑30 oil and is mated to an Automatic (AM7) transmission, delivering EPA‑rated fuel economy of 12 mpg city, 18 mpg highway and 14 mpg combined. While these lubrication and drivetrain details define the vehicle’s powertrain specifications, the model’s reliability track record is only logged for the 2004‑2018 period, during which the 2006 model year accumulated the highest number of complaints (five) and the 2004 model year the lowest (one). As a result, the 2021 model year lies outside that historical complaint window, meaning its reliability standing relative to those earlier years is not reflected in the supplied data.

Model year20222021202020192018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.2 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/18/14 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Non BCI Group Size Battery · Li-ion battery only. CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI Non BCI Group Size Battery · Li-ion battery only. CCAOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length188.2 in
Overall width75.6 in
Overall height54.7 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3891 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 18 / 14 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the GT of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.0–3.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.00 sec — 2017 Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Coupe 3.5L Twin-Turbo V63.00 sec10.80 sec647 hpRWD
2017Coupe 3.5L Twin-Turbo V63.00 sec10.80 sec647 hpRWD
2017Coupe 3.5L Twin-Turbo V63.20 sec11.10 sec647 hpRWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.2 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, Dot 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity12.8 qt
Brake FluidDot 4
Engine Coolant Capacity11.6 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity6.2 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsOnly use new bolts.

Chassis torques

Automatic Transmission Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in
Spark Plug Torque11.08 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.030 in
Spark Plug Torque11.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.50 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeYN-35
Oil Capacity2.71 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberNon BCI Group Size Battery
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceLi-ion battery only. cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure MinimumLow Pressure Side: 51.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure MaximumLow Pressure Side: 87.0 psi
RPM51.0-87.0 rpm
Engine Oil Pressure39.9 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM1

Brakes

Minimum Pad Thickness0.118 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
189.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen 360°, Step 3: 37.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 150°89 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
17.4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°7.4 ft. lbs

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
11
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 11 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
25N172026-03-25Unknown Or OtherAdvance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year…
25L022025-12-02Unknown Or OtherSpecial Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified…
SSM 523142024-03-01Power TrainDuring service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or…
SAN-Vol1 I12023-06-08EquipmentThe Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information…
SSM 515362023-04-04StructureFor 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2021 GT take?

6.2 qt of Motorcraft 5W-30 Synthetic; Motorcraft 5W-30 Synthetic can be used for temperatures below -22° F., per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 GT have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the GT get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 18 highway / 14 combined mpg.