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2020 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Ford Mustang is the arrival of the Shelby GT500 as the new performance flagship. The rest of the lineup receives targeted performance and equipment changes rather than a redesign.
About the 2020 Ford Mustang
6th generation Mustang (2015-2023), third year after the 2018 update.
Ford sells the Mustang as an everyday sports car with a wide personality range: turbo four or V8, coupe or convertible, comfortable cruiser or track-focused Shelby. The core appeal is classic rear-drive Mustang feel, strong straight-line performance, and a shape people instantly recognize, without giving up basic practicality like four seats, a usable trunk, and modern phone-friendly infotainment on the better-equipped trims.
The 2020 range stretches from the everyday-focused 310-hp EcoBoost to the core 460-hp GT V8. Bullitt offers a subtler, manual-only 480-hp V8 package, while the GT350 and GT350R put a sharper focus on track driving. At the top, the new GT500 combines a 760-hp supercharged V8 with a quick-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, adaptive suspension and large Brembo brakes.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The all-new Shelby GT500 joined the lineup with a 760-hp supercharged 5.2-liter V8 and seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. On EcoBoost models, the new 330-hp 2.3L High Performance Package replaced the previous EcoBoost Performance Package, and fastbacks gained a separate EcoBoost Handling Package.
Styling
The GT500 arrived with functional bodywork designed for airflow, cooling and stability, including large front openings, a front splitter and a rear spoiler. On the standard EcoBoost trim, the rear spoiler changed from standard to optional.
Tech
Smartphone integration changed from standard to optional on the EcoBoost and GT trims.
2020 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, High Performance, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.2 Liter | V8, 5.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter / 4-Cyl, High Performance, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift / Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual Clutch TREMEC | Manual, 6-Spd | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift / Manual, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 20–21 mpg | 15 mpg | 14 mpg | 12 mpg | 14 mpg | 20–21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 23 mpg | 27–32 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 27–32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 460 hp | 480 hp | 310–330 hp | 460 hp | 526 hp | 760 hp | 526 hp | 310–330 hp |
| Torque | 420 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 625 lb-ft | 429 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | |||
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 13.5 cu-ft | 11.4–13.5 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29 in | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 29–29.2 in | 30.6 in | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
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| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||
| Driver Attention Assist Monitor | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| HID Headlights | ||||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Ford Mustang?
The biggest change is the addition of the Shelby GT500. It became the top-performance 2020 Mustang with a 760-hp supercharged 5.2-liter V8, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and upgraded cooling, brakes and aerodynamic bodywork.
Was the 2020 Ford Mustang redesigned?
No, the 2020 Ford Mustang was not redesigned. It remained part of the sixth generation and received performance-focused lineup changes, led by the new Shelby GT500.
What changed on the 2020 Mustang EcoBoost?
The 2020 Mustang EcoBoost replaced its previous performance package with a new 2.3L High Performance Package producing 330 hp. Fastback models also gained a separate EcoBoost Handling Package for sharper cornering performance.
Does the 2020 Shelby GT500 have a manual transmission?
No, the 2020 Shelby GT500 uses a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Ford paired it with a 760-hp supercharged 5.2-liter V8; no manual gearbox is part of the 2020 GT500 setup.
How do the 2020 Shelby GT350 and GT500 differ?
The 2020 GT350 is the more driver-focused manual model, with a 526-hp high-revving 5.2-liter V8 and six-speed manual transmission. The GT500 emphasizes much greater power and quicker shifts, using a 760-hp supercharged V8 and seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.
2020 Ford Mustang Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Ford Mustang.
4.5
2020 Ford Mustang
(268 reviews)
“The 2020 Mustang GT is a quality vehicle. From the engine power, 10 speed transmission smoothness, down to the exhaust sound. A real head.”
“The tires and rims that come as an option are great! The color and the top comes down pretty fast. And the hood is beastly”
Sources
- media.ford.com — 2020 / Mustang / 2020 Mustang Whats New
- media.ford.com — 2020 / Mustang / 2020 Mustang Tech Specs
- media.ford.com — 2021 / Mustang / 2021 Mustang Whats New
- media.ford.com — 03 / 13 / 2020 Shelby GT500Fact Sheet
- media.ford.com — 01 / 14 / 50Th Anniversary Mustang Bullitt
- media.ford.com — 2019 / Mustang / 2019 Mustang Order Guide
- media.ford.com — 2020 / Mustang / GT350 GT350R Order Guide
- media.ford.com — 2021 / Mustang / 2021 Mustang Tech Specs
- media.ford.com — 2021 / Mustang / 2021 Shelby GT500 Order Guide