Few cars balance heritage and modern performance like the Mustang, and the 2026 model keeps that tradition alive. With a throwback FX appearance package that leans hard into Fox-body nostalgia and steady powertrain options that still deliver, Ford’s muscle car shows no signs of slowing down. Here’s what you should expect when the latest Mustang finally hits the road.
Key Takeaways
- The FX package brings a Fox-body–inspired look to GT Premium trims.
- A Mustang Raptor is officially on the way in early 2026.
- Pricing starts at $34,315 and go up to $71,070, as of August 31, 2025
Pricing and New Features in the 2026 Ford Mustang
The star of the 2026 Mustang lineup is the FX package, available on GT Premium trims. The FX package is a tribute to the Fox-body era, with styling details that fans of that generation will recognize immediately. Performance Package models come with Oxford White fan-style wheels that nod to the Mustang Cobra, while other FX cars ride on white split five-spoke wheels. Retro badging, white grille nostrils, and the option for white-out taillights complete the throwback look.
Inside, FX models get plaid leather seat inserts with silver and blue contrast stitching, plus carbon fiber trim taken from the Dark Horse. The mix of retro details and modern materials makes the FX stand out in the Mustang lineup.
Ford also tweaked the paint palette with Adriatic Blue Metallic joining the options list and Orange Fury, first seen in 2019, making a comeback.
The Mustang's pricing for 2026 is:
- EcoBoost: $34,315
- EcoBoost Premium: $38,340
- EcoBoost Convertible: $42,115
- EcoBoost Premium Convertible: $43,840
- GT: $48,555
- GT Premium: $53,075
- GT Premium Convertible: $58,575
- Dark Horse: $66,075
- Dark Horse Premium Coupe: $71,070
Mustang Performance That Still Packs a Wallop
The EcoBoost stays the same for 2026. It still features a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine cranking out 315 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, and it continues to pair with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
For buyers who want a V8, the 5.0-liter carries over as well. In its standard form, it produces 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque; with the optional performance exhaust, that number goes up slightly to 486 horsepower. A six-speed manual transmission is also available for drivers who would rather shift themselves than stick with the automatic.
At the top of the food chain sits the Dark Horse, which squeezes 500 horses from that same V8. It comes with upgraded dampers and Pirelli performance tires, while the optional Handling Package equips it with track-ready Pirelli Trofeo RS rubber for maximum grip.
Fuel Economy Forecasting in the ‘26 Mustang
Don’t expect big changes in mileage—we suspect numbers to be the same as last year. Estimates put the EcoBoost at 22 mpg city and 33 mpg highway, while V8 models are closer to 16 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.
The Mustang's Modern Tech Fits the Times
Inside, the Mustang’s tech remains modern and useful. The 2026 model keeps the dual-screen setup that blends a 13.2-inch touchscreen with a digital gauge cluster, both running Ford’s latest Sync 4 software.
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and wireless charging are standard across the lineup, while extras like Alexa voice control, Ford Streaming, and over-the-air updates make the system smarter over time.
When Does the 2026 Mustang Arrive?
Production for the 2026 Mustang starts in October 2025, with deliveries expected by the end of the year. Whether you’re in it for the proven V8 power or the tech-packed cabin, this year’s Mustang lineup gives you plenty to get excited about. Get ready to stop in for a test drive!