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Ford Mustang Horsepower
How much power does the Ford Mustang make? Here are Ford's 2026 horsepower and torque figures for each Mustang engine, the models that use them, and the transmissions behind them.
The short answer
Ford rates the 2026 Mustang at 315 hp with the 2.3L EcoBoost®, 480 hp with the GT's 5.0L V8 (486 hp with active exhaust), 500 hp in the Dark Horse® and 795 hp in the supercharged Dark Horse® SC. Ford lists all of these ratings on 93-octane fuel.
Ford Mustang horsepower by engine
Ford's Mustang specifications page lists four engines, including the supercharged 5.2L V8 in the Dark Horse® SC. Here are Ford's ratings for each, with the rpm Ford lists.
| Engine | Mustang models | Horsepower | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L EcoBoost® | EcoBoost Fastback, Premium Fastback, Convertible and Premium Convertible | 315 hp @ 5,500 rpm | 350 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm |
| 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 | GT Fastback, GT Premium Fastback and GT Premium Convertible | 480 hp @ 7,150 rpm (486 hp @ 7,250 rpm with active exhaust) | 415 lb-ft @ 4,900 rpm (418 lb-ft with active exhaust) |
| Modified 5.0L Coyote™ V8 | Dark Horse® and Dark Horse® Premium | 500 hp @ 7,250 rpm | 418 lb-ft @ 4,900 rpm |
| Supercharged 5.2L cross-plane crank V8 | Dark Horse® SC | 795 hp @ 7,200 rpm | 660 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm |
From Ford.com's Ford Mustang specifications page (2026 model shown), read November 12, 2026. Ford lists every rating with 93-octane fuel.
Mustang transmissions
EcoBoost
Ford lists a 10-speed automatic.
GT
A 6-speed manual with rev matching is standard; a 10-speed automatic is available.
Dark Horse®
A TREMEC® 6-speed manual is standard; a 10-speed automatic is available.
Dark Horse® SC
Ford lists a TREMEC® 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
From Ford.com's Ford Mustang specifications page (2026 model shown), read November 12, 2026.
Why the GT has two ratings
Ford gives the Mustang GT's 5.0L V8 two sets of numbers. Its standard rating is 480 hp and 415 lb-ft. With active exhaust, Ford rates it at 486 hp and 418 lb-ft. Both ratings are on 93-octane fuel.
From Ford.com's Ford Mustang specifications page (2026 model shown), read November 12, 2026.
Keep your Mustang running strong at Ford of Peoria
The Works® at Ford of Peoria includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Our technicians can look over your Mustang during your next visit.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Ford of Peoria is at 2211 W. Pioneer Pkwy. in Peoria. Get directions.
Ford of Peoria service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-noon |
| Sun | closed |
From Ford of Peoria's website, November 12, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Ford Mustang horsepower FAQ
How much horsepower does the 2026 Ford Mustang have?
Ford lists 315 hp for the 2.3L EcoBoost, 480 hp for the GT (486 hp with active exhaust), 500 hp for the Dark Horse and 795 hp for the Dark Horse SC, all on 93-octane fuel.
How much horsepower does the Mustang GT have?
Ford rates the GT's 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 at 480 hp @ 7,150 rpm and 415 lb-ft @ 4,900 rpm, or 486 hp and 418 lb-ft with active exhaust.
How much horsepower does the Mustang EcoBoost have?
Ford rates the 2.3L EcoBoost at 315 hp @ 5,500 rpm and 350 lb-ft of torque @ 3,000 rpm on 93-octane fuel.
What is the most powerful Mustang?
The Dark Horse SC. Ford rates its supercharged 5.2L cross-plane crank V8 at 795 hp @ 7,200 rpm and 660 lb-ft @ 4,600 rpm.
Does the Mustang come with a manual transmission?
Yes. Ford lists a standard 6-speed manual with rev matching on the GT and a standard TREMEC 6-speed manual on the Dark Horse. The EcoBoost uses a 10-speed automatic, and the Dark Horse SC uses a TREMEC 7-speed dual-clutch.
Can Ford of Peoria service my Mustang?
Yes. Schedule service online and our technicians can look over your Ford during your next visit.
More Ford Mustang guides
See our Ford Mustang MPG guide for Ford's fuel economy figures.
Sources
Horsepower, torque and transmission details are from Ford.com's Ford Mustang specifications page (2026 model shown), read November 12, 2026. Ford's own disclosures govern. Service details, address and hours are from Ford of Peoria's own website, checked November 12, 2026. Photo is illustrative.
- Ford.com: Ford Mustang specifications (2026 model shown), Ford Motor Company, read November 12, 2026
- General service: The Works, Ford of Peoria, November 12, 2026
- Address and service hours (structured data), Ford of Peoria, November 12, 2026