2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse specs
The 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse sits fifth among six trims by price, with a starting price of $63,080 for the Dark Horse Fastback. Compared with the GT Premium, it costs $12,000 more and raises horsepower from 480 hp to 500 hp, with Adaptive Cruise Control and a B&O sound system among the upgrades. It uses a 5.0L Premium Gasoline V-8 with RWD and an automatic transmission.
Key Specifications
- Horsepower
- 500 hp
- Torque
- 418 lb-ft
- Combined MPG
- 17 mpg
- Max towing
- 1,000 lb
- Seating
- 4
- Cargo volume (seats up)
- 13.3 cu ft
- Curb weight
- 3,879 lb
- Displacement
- 5 L
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Specifications & Features
Specifications of the Dark Horse Fastback build.
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse options, packages & colors
Factory pricing for Dark Horse Fastback. Dealer-installed accessories are priced by the dealer.
Packages (6)
- Equipment Group 600A High Package600AIncluded
- Equipment Group 700A Deluxe Package700A$4,995
- Dark Horse Handling Package67P$5,495
- Dark Horse Appearance Package54C$2,495
- RECARO Sport Seats21N$1,995
- Anti-Theft Package97B$700
Powertrain choices (3)
- Engine: MOD 5.0L-4V DOHC EFI NA990Included
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic44UIncluded
- Transmission: TREMEC 6-Speed Manual44EIncluded
Wheels & tires (3)
- Wheels: 19" x 9.5" Fr & 19" x 10" Rr Aluminum64RIncluded
- Wheels: 19" x 9.5" Fr/19" x 10" Rr Sinister Bronze647$950
- Wheels: 19" x 10.5" Fr/19" x 11" Rr Tarnished Alum645Included
Exterior colors (10)
- Avalanche GrayDRIncluded
- Race RedPQ$495
- Adriatic Blue MetallicB2$495
- Shadow BlackG1Included
- Oxford WhiteYZIncluded
- Carbonized Gray MetallicM7Included
- Vapor Blue MetallicK1$495
- Grabber Blue MetallicAE$395
- Molten Magenta Metallic Tinted ClearcoatDT$995
- Orange Fury Metallic Tri-CoatNL$995
Interior (3)
- Black w/Blue Accents, Cloth/Vinyl Heated Bucket Seats2AIncluded
- Black w/Blue Accents, RECARO Micro-Suede/Vinyl Bucket SeatsWAIncluded
- Black w/Blue Accents, Cloth/Vinyl Climate-Controlled Bucket SeatsAAIncluded
Options (18)
- Red Painted Brake Calipers w/White Logo18F$750
- Tires: 305/30R19 Front & 315/30R19 RearIncluded
- Tire Inflator & Sealant Kit51B$95
- Hood Accent Stripe Delete47AIncluded
- Custom Hood & Accent Painted Stripe47W$5,495
- Tarnish Dark Low Gloss/Gloss Blk Vinyl Hood Stripe858Included
- Tarnish Dark High Gloss/Shadow Black Hood Stripe85WIncluded
- Tarnish Dark High Gloss/Tuxedo Black Hood Stripe85CIncluded
- Gloss Black Vinyl Hood Stripe w/Pattern85AIncluded
- Matte Clear Film47M$5,995
- Premium Floor Liners Front & Rear (w/Carpet Mats)12B$200
- Carpeted Floor Mats - Left Side Fr/Rr w/LogoA52AC$225
- Ford Connectivity Pack (One-Time Purchase - 7 Yrs)61D$745
- Race Red Seat Belt59A$495
- Black Seat Belts w/Red Stripe59K$395
- Prime Blue Seat Belt59L$495
- COV Required79VIncluded
- Priced DORAC09Included
Dealer-installed accessories (6)
- Blue Full Outdoor Vehicle Cover$600
- Black Full Indoor Vehicle Cover$600
- Cargo Net Kit$90
- Large Cargo Organizer$125
- Roadside Assistance Kit$80
- First Aid Kit$60
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse standard equipment
Included on every Dark Horse Fastback as delivered.
Entertainment (12)
- Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation, Radio Data System and External Memory Control
- Radio: AM/FM Stereo
- Streaming Audio
- Fixed Antenna
- Digital Signal Processor
- 12 Speakers
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen -inc: 12 speakers and subwoofer in-trunk
- HD Radio
- $5d
- Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity
- 2 LCD Monitors In The Front
- Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display
Exterior (18)
- Wheels: 19" x 9.5" Fr & 19" x 10" Rr Aluminum -inc: Tarnished dark-painted low gloss (STD)
- Tires: 255/40R19 Fr & 275/40R19 Rr Summer Only -inc: Designed to optimize driving dynamics and provide superior performance on wet and dry roads, High performance summer tires wear faster than non-performance tires, Ford does not recommend using summer tires when temperatures drop to approximately 45 deg F (7 deg C) or below or in snow/ice conditions
- Paint w/Stripe
- Body-Colored Front Bumper
- Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
- Black Side Windows Trim
- Body-Colored Door Handles
- Black Power Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
- Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
- Light Tinted Glass
- Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers
- Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
- Black Grille
- Wing Spoiler
- Trunk Rear Cargo Access
- Autolamp Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Auto High-Beam Daytime Running Lights Preference Setting Headlamps w/Delay-Off
- LED Brakelights
- Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
Interior (49)
- 8-Way Driver Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
- 6-Way Passenger Seat -inc: Manual Recline and Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
- 50-50 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Cloth/Vinyl Rear Seat
- Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Voltmeter, Oil Pressure, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Oil Level, Oil Temperature, Transmission Fluid Temp, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
- Fixed Rear Windows
- Ford Connect Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
- Sport Heated Leather/Simulated Suede Steering Wheel
- Front Cupholder
- Compass
- Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
- Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
- Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
- Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Voice Activated Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
- Illuminated Locking Glove Box
- Driver Foot Rest
- Full Cloth Headliner
- Vinyl Door Trim Insert
- Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Carbon Fiber Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert, Simulated Carbon Fiber Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
- Titanium Gear Shifter Material
- Cloth/Vinyl Heated Bucket Seats -inc: 6-way power driver seat w/power lumbar and 4-way power passenger seat
- Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
- Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Front Map Lights
- Rear Carpet Floor Trim
- Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front Floor Mats
- Cargo Space Lights
- FOB Controls -inc: Keyfob Cargo Access and Keyfob Window Activation
- FordPass Connect Tracker System
- Connected Navigation Integrated Navigation System w/Voice Activation
- SYNC 4 -inc: information on demand panel, 13.2" center display, SYNC 4 AppLink, 911 Assist, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, digital owner's manual and 2 smart charging USB ports
- Driver And Passenger Door Bins
- Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down
- Delayed Accessory Power
- Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
- Driver Information Center
- Redundant Digital Speedometer
- Trip Computer
- Outside Temp Gauge
- Digital/Analog Appearance
- Seats w/Cloth Back Material
- Manual w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Fixed Rear Head Restraints
- Front Center Armrest
- Securilock Anti-Theft Ignition (pats) Immobilizer
- 2 12V DC Power Outlets
- Air Filtration
Mechanical (20)
- Engine: MOD 5.0L-4V DOHC EFI NA (STD)
- Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic -inc: paddle shifters and remote rev, Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop & Go, lane centering assist, intelligent speed assist and predictive speed assist, Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob, Remote Start System, Lane-Keeping System w/Lane Keeping Aid, Lane Keeping Alert, Driver Alert, road departure warning and Blind Spot Assist (STD)
- 50-State Emissions System
- Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature
- Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Oil Cooler
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- 3.55 Axle Ratio
- Engine Oil Cooler
- Battery w/Run Down Protection
- Regenerative Alternator
- MagneRide Magnetic Fluid-Filled Shock Absorbers
- Front Anti-Roll Bar and Rear HD Anti-Roll Bar
- Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension
- Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
- 16 Gal. Fuel Tank
- Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Black Tailpipe Finisher
- Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
- Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
- Mechanical Limited Slip Differential
Safety-Exterior (1)
- Side Impact Beams
Safety-Interior (17)
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
- Rear Parking Sensors
- BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
- Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
- Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane Keeping Alert Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Keeping Alert Lane Departure Warning
- Collision Mitigation-Front
- Driver Monitoring-Alert
- Evasion Assist
- Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
- Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
- Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
- Airbag Occupancy Sensor
- Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
- Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Pretensioners
- Back-Up Camera
Safety-Mechanical (2)
- AdvanceTrac Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- ABS And Driveline Traction Control
2026 Ford Mustang recalls (5)
NHTSA campaigns for the 2026 Ford Mustang, all trims.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICALAug 24, 2026 NHTSA 26V548000 · 10,001 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGAug 24, 2026 NHTSA 26V547000 · 148,663 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness ground connections may fracture and result in a loss of drive power, or a loss of function in the windshield washing system, headlights, air conditioning, or engine cooling fan. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," and 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Risk: A loss of driver power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a loss of headlight function or windshield washing system function can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine compartment wiring harness ground terminals, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in March 2027. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C40. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTORJun 29, 2026 NHTSA 26V418000 · 67,842 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Mustang and 2025-2026 Mustang GTD vehicles. During certain cold temperature conditions, the windshield wipers may function only at their high-speed setting and the washing system may fail to function properly.
Risk: Windshield wipers or a washing system that fails to function as intended can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 2, 2026.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICALMar 30, 2026 NHTSA 26V205000 · 278 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer and Mustang vehicles. The engine piston circlips may have been incorrectly installed during manufacturing, which can result in piston failure and engine damage, leading to a loss of drive power.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine for missing or mis-installed circlips and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S23. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
ENGINENov 30, 2025 NHTSA 25V828000 · 6 vehicles
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 2025.
Other 2026 Ford Mustang trims
Specifications, pricing and equipment from manufacturer data as published for the US market; recalls and crash ratings from NHTSA. Figures are as published at launch and may differ from a specific vehicle.