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2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Cost to Own
$103,186
A 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse has a 5-year cost-to-own of $103,186. After 5 years a 2026 Mustang Dark Horse will depreciate $35,822 and have a residual value of $30,553. During this time out-of-pocket expenses are expected to total $67,364.
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Higher Costs than Most
The 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse is in the bottom 76-100% for Cost to Own among all Mid-size Cars.
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse 5-Year Depreciation: $35,822
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5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$67,364
Fuel:
$20,851
Insurance:
$19,495
Financing:
$8,405
State Fees:
$9,008
Maintenance:
$7,730
Repairs:
$1,875
Total: $67,364
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5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).
5-Year Depreciation:$35,822
5-Year Out of Pocket Expenses:$67,364
5-Year Cost To Own$103,186
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3949 lbs. | ||
|---|---|---|---|
EPA Passenger | 82.8 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 96.2 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 37.6 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 44.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 4 | ||
Overall Length | 189.7 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 56.3 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 13.3 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 37.8 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 107.0 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 81.9 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 14 mpg | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Highway | 22 mpg | ||
Combined | 17 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
10 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium | ||
Limited Slip Differential | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 500 @ 7250 RPM | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Torque | 418 @ 4900 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | ||
Top Speed | 168 mph |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Standard Features
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2026 Ford Mustang
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
4.8
Consumer Rating
6 ratings
Value
5.0
Performance
5.0
Quality
4.8
Comfort
5.0
Reliability
4.8
Styling
5.0
2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Safety
Safety Features & Technology
5.0
Crash Test Rating
Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Frontal Crash
5.0
Side Barrier
5.0
Rollover Rating
5.0
Side Crash
5.0
Compare to Similar Vehicles
 New 2026 Ford Mustang Dark Horse |  New 2026 BMW 4 Series |  New 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLE |  New 2026 BMW M2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $66,375 | $66,450 | $60,800 | $69,375 | |
| KBB.com Rating | N/A | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.8 | 5.0 | N/A | 5.0 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 14/Hwy 22/Comb 17 MPG | City 26/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | City 24/Hwy 33/Comb 27 MPG | City 16/Hwy 23/Comb 19 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | |
5 Year Cost To Own 5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation). | $103,186 | N/A | $95,565 | $115,108 | |
| Safety Rating | 5.0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 500 @ 7250 RPM | 386 @ 5200 RPM | 255 @ 5800 RPM | 473 @ 6250 RPM | |
| Engine | V8, 5.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD |
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