2026 Ford Mustang: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2026 Ford Mustang is the new Dark Horse SC, a track-focused coupe with a 795-hp supercharged V8. The rest of the Mustang range carries over without a redesign or broad mechanical update.
About the 2026 Ford Mustang
7th generation (S650), third model year; performance range expanded with the new Dark Horse SC
Ford positions the Mustang as a rear-wheel-drive sports coupe and convertible built around distinctive styling, responsive handling, and accessible everyday performance. Its range spans a turbocharged four-cylinder for lighter, more efficient speed, traditional V8 GT models, and track-focused Dark Horse versions. Compared with many modern performance cars, the Mustang’s key appeal is its mix of daily usability, open-air availability, digital controls, manual-transmission V8 choices, and a direct connection to American muscle-car heritage.
The 2026 lineup spans the 315-hp turbocharged EcoBoost, the classic 480-hp V8 GT, and two track-focused Dark Horse models. Premium versions add comforts such as heated and cooled front seats, while the regular Dark Horse uses a 500-hp V8 and the new Dark Horse SC pairs its 795-hp V8 with a rapid-shifting dual-clutch transmission and specialized track hardware.
What changed, by category
2026 Ford Mustang specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, 5.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.2 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, EcoBoost, 2.3 Liter |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-Spd w/Rev-Matching | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift | Manual, 6-Spd w/Rev-Matching | Automatic, 7-Spd Dual Clutch TREMEC | Automatic, 10-Spd w/SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 22 mpg | 14 mpg | 16 mpg | 22 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 23 mpg | 33 mpg | 22 mpg | 24 mpg | 33 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 480 hp | 315 hp | 500 hp | 480 hp | 795 hp | 315 hp |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft | 418 lb-ft | 415 lb-ft | 660 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.3 cu-ft | 11.4–13.3 cu-ft | 13.3 cu-ft | 11.4–13.3 cu-ft | 11.4–13.3 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 29 in | 29–29.2 in | 29–29.2 in | |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||
| Cruise Control | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| USB Ports | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Ford Mustang?
The biggest change is the arrival of the Dark Horse SC. This track-focused coupe has a 795-hp supercharged 5.2-liter V8, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, a carbon-fiber driveshaft, adaptive magnetic dampers, and specialized brakes and traction control.
Was the 2026 Ford Mustang redesigned?
No, the 2026 Mustang was not redesigned. It is the third model year of the seventh-generation Mustang, and the EcoBoost, GT, and regular Dark Horse continue without a broad mechanical overhaul.
How is the 2026 Dark Horse SC different from the regular Dark Horse?
The Dark Horse SC is the more powerful, track-focused model. It uses a 795-hp supercharged 5.2-liter V8 and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the regular Dark Horse has a 500-hp naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 and is produced with either a 10-speed automatic or six-speed manual.
Did the regular 2026 Mustang trims change much from 2025?
No, the regular EcoBoost, GT, and Dark Horse models changed only modestly. The regular Dark Horse makes its 10-speed automatic standard, and several trims receive smaller equipment changes involving the rear spoiler, alarm system, or remote start.
Is the 2026 Mustang meaningfully different from the 2025 model?
It is meaningfully different mainly if the Dark Horse SC is the model you want. For EcoBoost, GT, and regular Dark Horse shoppers, 2026 is largely a carryover year with limited transmission and equipment reshuffling rather than a redesign.