2026 MUSTANG DARK HORSE SC – WHAT WE KNOW SO FAR

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The 2026 Mustang Dark Horse SC is positioned between the Dark Horse Performance Package and Mustang GTD
• Ford confirms a factory-supercharged 5.2L Predator V8 paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission
• The platform was engineered and validated alongside Mustang GTD, GT3, and GT4 race programs
• Available Track Pack models are capable of generating up to 620 lbs of rear downforce at 180 mph
• Orders are expected to open in Spring 2026, with deliveries beginning in Summer 2026

The 2026 Mustang Dark Horse SC is Ford’s newest factory-supercharged Mustang and represents a major step forward in track-focused performance. Official Ford Racing releases confirm the Dark Horse SC was developed and validated alongside the Mustang GTD, GT3, and GT4 programs at circuits including Sebring and Virginia International Raceway.

At the core of the platform is a factory-supercharged 5.2L Predator V8, an engine architecture that traces its roots to the Shelby GT500 while benefiting from extensive refinement focused on airflow, cooling, and sustained track durability.

NOTE:

Information on this page is based on official Ford Racing releases and publicly available previews. Final specifications and production details are subject to change until Ford publishes complete documentation.

VIDEO PREVIEW
The following Red Bull video includes an early preview segment featuring the Mustang Dark Horse SC. Footage shown may reflect a pre-production vehicle.

WHY THIS PLATFORM MATTERS

With Ford emphasizing track endurance, thermal capacity, and aerodynamic efficiency, the Dark Horse SC platform reinforces a familiar reality for performance enthusiasts: sustained boost and repeatable performance depend on efficient airflow, robust intercooling, and well-managed under-hood temperatures.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR PERFORMANCE ENTHUSIASTS

Factory-supercharged Mustangs have historically been strong candidates for higher-efficiency supercharger upgrades, particularly when owners seek increased airflow, improved thermal management, and expanded performance potential beyond the factory system.

Whipple has supported high-output Mustang platforms for years, including supercharger development for Predator-powered applications such as the Shelby GT500. Validation work is underway to support the Dark Horse SC platform once full vehicle specifications are released.

CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES

This page will be updated as Ford releases additional information and as Whipple completes validation testing for the Dark Horse SC platform. Final availability, pricing, and emissions compliance will be announced closer to launch.