2026 Mustang® Dark Horse® SC
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Race-Bred Street Cred
2026 Mustang® Dark Horse® SC
The 2026 Mustang® Dark Horse® SC elevates the Mustang brand to go head-to-head with the world’s elite sports car competition – and win. This isn't just another legendary Mustang fastback, it's a new breed of speed. The direct result of a collaboration between our Ford Racing motorsports and road-car teams. Relentlessly tested, lap after punishing lap, alongside the Mustang® GTD and Mustang® GT3 race car at legendary Sebring and Virginia International Raceways. Every critical component was dialed in for maximum downforce, razor-sharp turning, and optimal grip.
Extra-cost color option shown.
Vehicle Features
Exterior Features
Appearance
Standard
- Rear Spoiler - Painted Black
- Spoiler Gurney - "Loose" (Track use only)
- Rear Diffuser
- Shark Fin Antenna
- Rear Valance – Body Color, Slim Contour
- LED Incandescent Park/Turn Lamps
- Amber LED Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
- Mirrors, Sideview - Tarnished Dark Anodized Caps, Heated, Turn Signal Indicators, Power Adjustable/Fold and Puddle Lamp
- Tarnished Dark Anodized Upper/Asymmetrical Lower Grille with Pony Badge
- Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler
- Carbon Fiber Hood Vent
- LED Sequential Taillights
- Rear-Window Defroster
- Unique Hood with Hood Pins
- Aluminum Front Bumper Beam
- Black Exterior Door Frame Molding
- Front Bumper – Body Color
Optional
- Painted Hood & Decklid Graphic - Tarnish Dark Anodized (Penske Painted Graphics #1)
- Painted Hood & Decklid Graphic - Tarnish Dark Anodized with Red Pinstripe (Penske Painted Graphics #2) (Track Package Special Edition)
- Painted Black Roof
Interior Features
Comfort and Convenience
Standard
- Autolights (Automatic On/Off Headlamps) with Wiper Activation
- Foot Pedals - Aluminum
- Auto-Dimming Frameless Rearview Mirror
- Locking Center Console with Full Armrest
- Cupholders (2)
- Floor Mats - 1st Row Carpeted, Black
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
- Interior Trunk Release
- Electric Hand Operated Parking Brake (Drift Brake)
- Leather-Wrapped Flat-Bottomed Steering Wheel with Carbon Fiber Bezel with Magnesium Paddle Shifters – Cruise Control
- Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
- Windows, Power - Front One-Touch Up/Down with Global Open
- Track Apps®
- Rotary Gear Shift Knob - Smoked Satin Chrome
- Dark Horse SC IP Badge
- 12.4" LCD Digital Cluster with IOD Message Center and 13.2" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability
- Magnesium Framed Panoramic Curved Display
- Ambient Lighting
- Ford App Remote Start
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Lane Keeping System
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
- Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
- Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®) with Cross-Traffic Alert
Climate
Standard
- Cabin Particulate Air Filter
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control
Entertainment Systems
Standard
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen, 12-Speakers, AM/FM Stereo MP3 Capable and HD Radio™
- USB Ports - Smart-Charging (2)
- High-Mounted Mirror USB Charging Port
- SiriusXM® Radio
- Ford App
- 4G Modem
- SYNC® 4
Seating
Standard
- 6-Way Power Driver Seat with Memory and Power Lumbar Control
- 4-Way Power Passenger Seat
- 4-Way Adjustable Front Head Restraints
- Micro Suede Trimmed Split-Bench Folding Rear Seat
- Leather-Trimmed Seating Material
Optional
- RECARO® Leather-Trimmed Sport Seats
- RECARO® Leather-Trimmed Sport Seats (Included in Track Pack)
- RECARO® Leather-Trimmed Dinamica
- Rear Seat Delete
Safety
Standard
- Black
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
Optional
- Black with Red Stripe
- Prime Blue
- International Orange
- Teal (with Teal Accent Pack)
- Red
Safety and Security
Safety
Standard
- AdvanceTrac® with Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- Driver and Front Passenger Knee Airbag
- Belt-Minder® Front Safety Belt Reminder
- Dual Front Airbags
- Front-Seat Side-Impact Airbags
- LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors For Children
- Personal Safety System™ For Driver and Front Passenger
- Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Packages
Standard Features
Standard
- Equipment Group 950A
Optional
- Equipment Group 970A
Packages
Standard
- Ford Connectivity Package (1-Year)
- Ford Co-Pilot360™
- Anti-Theft Package
- Lux Package
Optional
- Ford Connectivity Package (7-Years)
- Classic Package
- Track Pack
- Track Pack Special Edition
- Teal Accent Pack
- Carbon Fiber Exterior Package
Power and Handling
Wheels & Tires
Standard
- 20" X 11" Painted Tarnished Dark Anodized Cast Aluminum
- 305/30R20 315/30R20 Ext Perf
Optional
- 20" X 11.5" Exposed Carbon Fiber
- 305/30ZR20 315/30ZR20 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 R Tires
Power
Standard
- 5.2L Supercharged Cross Plank Crank V8
- TREMEC® 7-Speed Dual Clutch (DCT) Auto/Man
- Powertrain Coolers
- 3.73 TORSEN® Differential
- Active Valve Performance Exhaust with Black Tips
Handling
Standard
- Brembo™ Brake Calipers with Performance Linings – 6-Piston (Front), 4-Piston (Rear) – Notorious Blue with White Logo
- Electronic Line-Lock (Track Use Only)
- Independent Rear Suspension
- Selectable Drive Modes
- Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) with Selectable Effort
- Adjustable Top Mounts
- Composite Carbon Fiber Drive Shaft
- Magnesium Tower To Tower Brace
- Lowered Shock Absorber Mountings
- Variable Traction Control
- Launch Control
- MagneRide® Damping System
Optional
- Ceramic Brake Discs
- Brembo™ Brake Calipers – Race Red (Included with Classic Package, Optional with Track Pack Special Edition)
- Brembo Brake Calipers – Teal Tonic with Black Logo (Included in Teal Accent Pack)
Safety/Security
Standard
- Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit
Safety & Security
Standard
- Vented Four-Wheel Disc Power Brakes
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FAQs
Things You Should Know
What is the horsepower and torque for the 2026 Ford Mustang® Dark Horse® SC model?
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC models are powered by a 5.2L supercharged cross-plane crank V8 engine, that’s shared with the Mustang® GTD supercar, kicking out 795 max horsepower * and 660 lb-ft of torque. *
What colors are available on the 2026 Ford Mustang® Dark Horse® SC model?
The 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC model is available in several exterior colors on most trims: Shadow Black, Carbonized Gray Metallic, Race Red, * Oxford White, and new Avalanche Gray, Adriatic Blue Metallic, * or exclusive Argon Blue Metallic. *
What transmission does the 2026 Ford Mustang® Dark Horse® SC model have?
The 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC model features a standard seven-speed dual-clutch transmission paired with a lightweight carbon-fiber driveshaft.
What’s new to the 2026 Ford Mustang® lineup?
The 2026 Ford Mustang® lineup features several new updates, including:
11 available soul-stirring colors, including the new, eye-catching Adriatic Blue Metallic, Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat, or the Mustang Dark Horse® SC exclusive Argon Blue Metallic.
Joining available Race Red, new seat belt color options on select 2026 Mustang models now include Black with Red Stripe, International Orange, and Prime Blue.
The available Ford Connectivity Package 24 — included for a year — helps keep you connected with an unlimited Wi-Fi® hotspot * powering up to 10 ** devices and connectivity for available features like Connected Navigation, voice assistant, and audio streaming. Features vary by model.
The new Mustang® FX Package adds a white-hot burst of style to the 2026 Mustang GT Premium fastback and convertible. With 19" Oxford White-painted cast aluminum wheels, Oxford White-badging, and more.
Available summer 2026: Iconic action-sports designer Troy Lee worked with the Ford design team to make just 550 2026 Ford Mustang® TLD™ Signature Edition models. Each model features a laser-etched Troy Lee IP badge along with side and hood graphics designed by the legend himself. Mustang GT components, 19" Sinister Bronze-painted wheels, and more.
Available summer 2026: The 2026 Mustang Dark Horse® SC is the result of a total-package approach to development between the Ford Racing motorsports and road-car teams. Engine, gearbox, aerodynamics, cooling, braking, suspension tuning, steering feel, even tire compounds — engineers and designers looked at it all. Transforming the Mustang Dark Horse into the new Mustang Dark Horse SC.