2026 Ford Mustang® in Southeast Michigan
The 2026 Ford Mustang® lineup runs from a 315-horsepower EcoBoost® Fastback through a 500-horsepower Dark Horse® and on to the supercharged Dark Horse® SC arriving Summer 2026, with ten model variants in all. Body styles split between Fastback and Convertible across most of the lineup, and every Mustang® runs rear-wheel drive.
- Overview
- Who It's For
- Models
- Dark Horse® SC
- Technology & Safety
- Pricing
- How to Buy
- Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 2026 Ford Mustang®?
The 2026 Ford Mustang® is a rear-wheel-drive sports car with a 107-inch wheelbase, seating for four, and ten model variants spread across four powertrain families. The 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 anchors the entry tier, the 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 powers the GT, the modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 sits in the Dark Horse®, and the supercharged 5.2L cross-plane crank V8 arrives in the Dark Horse® SC in Summer 2026. Body styles include both Fastback and Convertible across most of the lineup. The Mustang® is America's best-selling sports car. The broader Ford new-vehicle lineup is covered on the Ford Model Research page.
Who is the 2026 Ford Mustang® built for?
The 2026 Mustang® fits three buyers cleanly. The first is the entry sports car buyer who wants V8 looks and 315 horsepower at a starting price under $33,000 on the EcoBoost® Fastback. The second is the V8 enthusiast choosing between the 480-horsepower GT and the 500-horsepower Dark Horse® for daily driving with weekend track potential. The third is the track-focused buyer cross-shopping the Dark Horse® and the new Dark Horse® SC for serious performance equipment from the factory.
What models are available for the 2026 Ford Mustang®?
The 2026 Mustang® comes in ten model variants across four powertrain families: the 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4, the 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 in the GT, the modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 in the Dark Horse®, and the supercharged 5.2L V8 in the Dark Horse® SC arriving Summer 2026. Fastback is the primary body style across the lineup; Convertible is offered on the EcoBoost®, EcoBoost® Premium, and GT Premium variants.
| Model | Starting MSRP | Engine | Transmission | Body Style |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mustang® EcoBoost® Fastback | Low-$30Ks | 2.3L EcoBoost® | 10-speed automatic | Fastback |
| Mustang® EcoBoost® Convertible | Low-$40Ks | 2.3L EcoBoost® | 10-speed automatic | Convertible |
| Mustang® EcoBoost® Premium Fastback | Mid-$30Ks | 2.3L EcoBoost® | 10-speed automatic | Fastback |
| Mustang® EcoBoost® Premium Convertible | Low-$40Ks | 2.3L EcoBoost® | 10-speed automatic | Convertible |
| Mustang® GT Fastback | High-$40Ks | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 6-speed manual standard | Fastback |
| Mustang® GT Premium Fastback | Low-$50Ks | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 6-speed manual standard | Fastback |
| Mustang® GT Premium Convertible | High-$50Ks | 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | 6-speed manual standard | Convertible |
| Mustang Dark Horse® | Mid-$60Ks | Modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 | TREMEC® 6-speed manual standard | Fastback |
| Mustang Dark Horse® Premium | High-$60Ks | Modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 | TREMEC® 6-speed manual standard | Fastback |
| Mustang Dark Horse® SC | Low-$100Ks | Supercharged 5.2L V8 | TREMEC® 7-speed dual-clutch | Fastback |
To see how the trims look across colors and the new-for-2026 paint options, the Ford Virtual Showroom is the next stop.
Mustang® EcoBoost® and EcoBoost® Premium
The EcoBoost® tier opens the Mustang® lineup. The 2.3L EcoBoost® I-4 makes 315 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and a 3.15 limited-slip rear axle. The Fastback starts near $33,000 and the Convertible runs in the $40,000 range. The EcoBoost® Premium adds memory driver seat and mirrors, ActiveX™ seating, the available magnesium-framed panoramic curved display, available heated and cooled front seats, and a 6-way power driver seat with power lumbar control. Selectable Drive Modes and electronic line-lock for track use are standard across both EcoBoost® variants.
Mustang® GT and GT Premium
The GT tier brings the V8. The 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 makes 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft, with the available active valve performance exhaust raising those figures to 486 horsepower and 418 lb-ft. A 6-speed manual transmission with rev matching is standard, and a 10-speed automatic is available. The 3.55 limited-slip rear axle is standard. The GT Fastback is priced from $47,000. The GT Premium Fastback adds upgraded interior trim, the available GT Performance Package, and the available MagneRide® Damping System. The GT Premium Convertible runs the same powertrain in the open-top configuration. The available Mustang® FX Package adds a unique appearance treatment on GT Premium variants.
Mustang Dark Horse® and Dark Horse® Premium
The Dark Horse® tier sits below the SC and above the GT. The modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 makes 500 horsepower and 418 lb-ft. A TREMEC® 6-speed manual transmission is standard, with a 10-speed automatic available. The MagneRide® Damping System is standard, the active valve performance exhaust is standard, and a class-first drift brake comes standard. A 3.55 or 3.73 TORSEN® limited-slip rear axle pairs with the transmission and any selected performance package. The Dark Horse® starts at about $64,000 and the Dark Horse® Premium is right around $69,000. Both are Fastback only. The available Dark Horse® Handling Package adds track-focused chassis equipment. Dark Horse® owners are invited to Track Attack at Charlotte, a Ford-run driving experience that puts the car through its paces on a closed circuit.
What sets the 2026 Mustang Dark Horse® SC apart?
The Mustang Dark Horse® SC is the supercharged halo of the Mustang® lineup, arriving Summer 2026 from a starting point of $106,000. Its 5.2L supercharged cross-plane crank V8 makes 795 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque, paired exclusively with a TREMEC® 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and a 3.73 TORSEN® differential.
Underneath, the SC carries a uniquely calibrated MagneRide® Damping System and Brembo™ brake calipers with performance linings. The bodywork includes a composite carbon-fiber driveshaft and hood vent, a unique hood with hood pins, a rear diffuser, and a rear spoiler painted black. The wheels are 20-inch tarnished dark anodized cast aluminum standard, with 20-inch exposed carbon fiber available. Tires step up to 305/30R20 front and 315/30R20 rear extreme-performance rubber, with Michelin® Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires available.
The cabin reflects the price step. Power, heated and cooled front seats with leather trim and 6-way memory adjustment come standard, along with the Lux Package as standard equipment. Available Track Pack, Track Pack Special Edition, Carbon Fiber Exterior Package, Classic Package, Teal Accent Pack, and a Rear Seat Delete option round out the personalization paths. Active valve performance exhaust with black tips is standard.
The Dark Horse® SC may not be on the Dorian Ford lot yet. Buyers interested in ordering one or being notified when arrival timing firms up can contact us directly.
What technology and safety features come with the 2026 Mustang®?
Every 2026 Mustang® includes a 12.4-inch LCD digital cluster and a 13.2-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with swipe capability. Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control, autolights with wiper activation, and a cabin particulate air filter are all standard. The available magnesium-framed panoramic curved display extends the visual treatment further on the EcoBoost® Premium and up.
Driver-assist coverage is standard across the lineup. Ford Co-Pilot360® comes standard on every Mustang® variant. Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ is optional on the EcoBoost® Premium, GT, and GT Premium variants. The Ford Connectivity Package is standard on the EcoBoost® and GT variants and includes a one-year trial of unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot service.
Active safety features run universally across all ten variants. AdvanceTrac® with Electronic Stability Control, the SOS Post-Crash Alert System™, dual front airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags, a driver's knee airbag, the Personal Safety System™ for driver and front passenger, individual tire pressure monitoring, and the Belt-Minder® reminder are all standard.
Ford Driving TechnologyWhat does the 2026 Ford Mustang® cost in Michigan?
The 2026 Mustang® lineup starts near $33,000 for the EcoBoost® Fastback, with the EcoBoost® Convertible right around $40,000, the GT Fastback in the $47,000 range, the Dark Horse® at $64,000, and the Dark Horse® SC topping out from a starting point of $106,000. Convertible variants step up several thousand dollars from their Fastback siblings. Final pricing depends on configuration, destination charge, taxes, registration, and any current Specials or eligibility programs.
Lease and finance Specials change month to month at Dorian Ford. The pages below carry whichever 2026 Mustang® offer is in market when you check.
A handful of eligibility-based programs can layer onto a 2026 Mustang® purchase. A/X/Z Plan pricing is offered through a long-running Ford program for eligible Ford Motor Company employees, retirees, and partner-company employees. The qualification rules are detailed on the A/X/Z Plan page. Military service members, first responders, and current college students or recent graduates each qualify for their own program with its own rules. Profit-sharing offers run periodically when Ford Motor Company employees are eligible. We confirm which programs apply to you before any offer is finalized.
How do I buy or lease a 2026 Ford Mustang® at Dorian Ford?
Three paths lead to a 2026 Mustang® at Dorian Ford: shop our in-stock inventory, custom-order a configuration through the Ford build tool, or schedule a test drive first.
Pre-approval at Dorian Ford runs as a soft credit pull, so it doesn't affect your score. Knowing the numbers ahead of time gives you a realistic picture before any paperwork starts.
Get Pre-ApprovedIf the configuration you want isn't on the lot, the Ford build tool puts together a custom order to your spec.
Custom Order ToolTest drives are scheduled in advance, so the specific Mustang® you want to drive is ready when you arrive. The Dark Horse® SC isn't available for test drive yet given its Summer 2026 arrival; ordering and notification are handled through direct contact.
Schedule a Test DriveTrade evaluations can be handled online for a starting estimate or in person for a final number.
Trade-In ValueFamily-owned and operated on Gratiot Avenue since 1964, Dorian Ford takes a transparent, no-pressure approach to every Mustang® on the lot. The lineup is broad, the test drives are scheduled in advance, and the conversation about price is straightforward.
What else should I know about the 2026 Ford Mustang®?
The questions below cover details shoppers often want to confirm before choosing a model or scheduling a test drive at Dorian Ford.
Yes, on the GT, GT Premium, Dark Horse®, and Dark Horse® Premium. The GT and GT Premium use a 6-speed manual with rev matching as standard equipment. The Dark Horse® and Dark Horse® Premium step up to a TREMEC® 6-speed manual, also with rev matching, as standard. The 10-speed automatic is available on all four. The EcoBoost® and EcoBoost® Premium are automatic-only. The Dark Horse® SC uses a TREMEC® 7-speed dual-clutch transmission exclusively, with no manual option.
The Mustang Dark Horse® SC is the supercharged halo trim of the Mustang® lineup, arriving Summer 2026. It runs a 5.2L supercharged cross-plane crank V8 making 795 horsepower and 660 lb-ft of torque, paired with a TREMEC® 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and a 3.73 TORSEN® differential. Starting MSRP is $106,490. The SC is sold in Fastback only.
The GT runs the standard 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 with 480 horsepower (or 486 with the active exhaust). The Dark Horse® runs a modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 with 500 horsepower. The Dark Horse® adds the MagneRide® Damping System as standard, the class-first drift brake as standard, the active valve performance exhaust as standard, a TREMEC® 6-speed manual transmission, and Fastback-only configuration. The GT is offered in Fastback and (on the GT Premium) Convertible.
Yes, on three variants: the EcoBoost®, the EcoBoost® Premium, and the GT Premium. The GT Fastback, the Dark Horse®, the Dark Horse® Premium, and the Dark Horse® SC are Fastback-only.
No. Every 2026 Mustang® runs rear-wheel drive across all ten model variants.
The drift brake is an electronic parking-brake handle designed to lock the rear wheels for drift maneuvers on track. It's a class-first feature in the segment. The drift brake comes standard on the Dark Horse® and Dark Horse® Premium and is available on the EcoBoost® and GT variants.
The 2026 Mustang®'s horsepower and torque ratings are listed for 93-octane fuel across the EcoBoost®, GT, Dark Horse®, and Dark Horse® SC engines. The fuel tank holds 16 gallons across the lineup.
The Mustang® Fastback has a 13.5-cubic-foot trunk. The Convertible has 11.4 cubic feet of trunk space. Passenger volume is 82.8 cubic feet on the Fastback and 79.2 cubic feet on the Convertible.
Three new colors arrive on the 2026 Mustang®: Orange Fury Metallic Tri-coat, Adriatic Blue Metallic, and Avalanche Gray.
The 2026 Mustang® carries a 3-year, 36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year, 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Roadside assistance runs 5 years or 60,000 miles. Corrosion perforation coverage runs 5 years with unlimited mileage.
