Introduction
Few cars have left a mark on American automotive culture quite like the Fox Body Mustang, and now, it's making a big comeback. With the 2026 Ford Mustang, Ford is tapping into nostalgia while pushing forward with modern performance and technology.
This new generation pays homage to the beloved design from the late ’70s through early ’90s, mixing retro style with cutting-edge innovation. Read a preview as Ford reintroduces a legend with the 2026 Ford Mustang, as the iconic Fox Body design returns in a modern form. Get the latest on styling, performance, and new features in this exciting preview.
Key Takeaways
- The legendary Mustang Fox body makes a modern comeback with the FX Package, available exclusively for the 2026 Ford Mustang GT Premium Fastback and GT Premium Convertible.
- The new 2026 Ford Mustang is now offered in two new exterior paint options: Adriatic Blue Metallic and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-coat.
- Join the race to be among the first to order your new 2026 Ford Mustang.
Updates and Upgrades: 2026 Ford Mustang
Buckle up, pony car enthusiasts, because the new 2026 Ford Mustang will arrive with a list of upgrades, updates, and enhancements, and we’re not sure you’re ready for what we are about to reveal. From new colors to new wheel designs, the 2026 Ford Mustang will be everything you want to upgrade to, plus the new FX Package for the GT Premium Fastback and the GT Premium Convertible.
The FX Package features two distinct 19-inch wheel designs finished in mid-gloss Oxford White, with color-matched center caps and the new font signature Mustang GT badge. All exterior badges are also in Oxford White, including the Dark Carbonized Gray nostrils in the hex-patterned grille, which mimic the iconic fox face design to evoke a nostalgic Fox body style in a modern way.
Inside the GT Premium Fastback and the GT Premium Convertible with the FX Package, you'll find leather bucket seats with black and white accents, featuring dual contrast stitching in City Silver and Adriatic Blue on the seats, dashboard, door panels, steering wheel, and center console.
Finally, Ford adds two new exterior paint colors for the 2026 Mustang EcoBoost, GT, and Dark Horse models: Adriatic Blue Metallic and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-coat. You’ll also have the option to customize the seatbelts in either International Orange, Prime Blue, or Black with a red stripe.
What are the models in the 2026 Ford Mustang lineup?
The 2026 Ford Mustang will be available in nine models. The 2026 Ford Mustang EcoBoost models have a 2.3L EcoBoost engine that produces 315 horsepower (hp). The 2026 Ford Mustang GT models feature a 5.0L V8 engine with 480 hp. The 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse models have a modified 5.0L Coyote V8 engine that produces a powerful 500 hp and can beat the Toyota Supra 3.0 in a 0-150-to-0 MPH speed test on the Car and Driver test track.
2026 Ford Mustang Models:
- Mustang EcoBoost Fastback
- Mustang EcoBoost Premium Fastback
- Mustang EcoBoost Convertible
- Mustang EcoBoost Premium Convertible
- Mustang GT Fastback
- Mustang GT Premium Fastback
- Mustang GT Premium Convertible
- Mustang Dark Horse
- Mustang Dark Horse Premium
When can I buy the new 2026 Ford Mustang?
Order banks for the new 2026 Ford Mustang opened this summer, so we expect these legendary pony cars to arrive at dealerships by the end of the year, just in time for that big red bow on top, so everyone in the neighborhood can see what Santa Claus drives. For official release dates and the latest news on the new Ford Mustang, a J.D. Power pick for best mid-size sports car, check the Cogswell Motors website.
The Ford Mustang is Back
The 2026 Ford Mustang is updated with more options to personalize and showcase your style inside and out, including new colors, interior seat belt choices, and the FX Package. Be among the first to pick up your new 2026 Ford Mustang, available later this year at Cogswell Ford in Russellville.