For a bold blend of high-tech performance and classic muscle car style, nothing beats the 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Keep reading to learn more about the Mustang’s high-end trim model!
Key Takeaways
- Not only does the Dark Horse turn heads with unique exterior flourishes, but it also turns up the heat with coveted performance upgrades.
- The Dark Horse features the most powerful Coyote V8 Ford has ever produced, generating 500 horsepower!
- Although this high-performance trim model doesn’t come standard with leather upholstery, micro-suede Recaro front sport seats are optional.
- Drive your very own Mustang Dark Horse starting at $64,380*!
What’s special about the 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse?
Wondering what makes the 2025 Mustang Dark Horse stand out from other options? The Mustang’s top-tier trim model blends exclusive powertrain upgrades with luxury features, making it the optimal pony car! In addition to maximum speed and agility, this iconic sports coupe also treats you to rich comfort and cutting-edge technology (more on this below). And if you’re shopping for a fast car that also manages to deliver a smooth ride, you’re going to love the Dark Horse’s MagneRide suspension system!
Dark Horse Performance Features
- 19-inch Tarnished Dark-painted low-gloss aluminum wheels
- Electric hand-operated parking brake (drift brake)
- Active valve performance exhaust with Black tips
- MagneRide damping system
- Open air induction system
- 19-inch Brembo brake system
- Launch control
- Performance-enhanced powertrain calibration
- Electric power-assisted steering with selectable effort
- Unique intake manifold
- Unique stability control, EPAS and ABS tuning
- Heavy-duty front springs
- 3.55 Torsen limited-slip rear axle
- Engine oil, transmission, and differential coolers
- Hood vents
- Unique grille with pony badge
- Unique front and rear lower fascia
- Body-color wedge decklid spoiler with Dark Horse badge
How much horsepower does the 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse deliver?
Generating 500 horses, this Mustang features the strongest version of Ford’s 5.0-liter Coyote V8 to ever come off a factory assembly line! The Dark Horse comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission for fun-loving speed. But if you prefer to let your Mustang do the work, you can pair the high-output V8 engine with a fast-acting 10-speed automatic transmission. It includes paddle shifters, ultimately leaving you in control of your gear shifts.
Dark Horse Powertrain Specs
- 5.0L V8 (500 hp, 418 lb-ft)
- Six-speed manual transmission with Rev Matching or optional 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
- Rear-wheel drive
Optional Dark Horse Handling Package
- 19-inch Tarnished Dark-painted carbon fiber wheels
- 305/30R19 front tires, 315/30R19 rear tires
- Magnetic damping system
- Adjustable strut top mounts
- Performance front Aero splitter
- Performance rear spoiler with gurney flap, painted Shadow Black
- Front towing hooks
- Revised chassis tuning
Does the 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse come with leather seats?
This high-octane trim model doesn’t come standard with leather seating (though it does deliver snazzy, vinyl-trimmed upholstery), but you can always check out the optional Recaro front sport seats with micro-suede upholstery! When it comes to everyday comfort, the Dark Horse comes standard with some very Michigan-friendly items, including heated front seats and dual-zone automatic climate control. Whatever the season, the Dark Horse is designed for Midwestern-style contentment.
Better still, this exclusive Mustang is loaded with modern technology! You’ll enjoy smartphone-friendly infotainment and a premium B&O sound system, and that’s just for starters. The 12.4-inch digital gauge cluster helps you keep track of racing stats, and voice-activated navigation helps you find the quickest route to Lansing or Detroit.
Interior Features
- Vinyl-trimmed cloth upholstery
- Heated, power-adjustable front seats
- Leather-wrapped, heated, flat-bottom steering wheel
- 12.4-inch digital cluster with Information on Demand message center
- Titanium Anodized Blue gear shift knob
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Cabin particulate air filter
- SYNC 4 infotainment with 13.2-inch centerstack touchscreen
- Voice-activated navigation with Pinch-to-Zoom capability
- 12-speaker B&O sound system, including subwoofer
- Ambient Lighting with MyColor
- Rearview camera
- Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of safety aids
- Optional Recaro micro/suede front sport seats
- Optional driver’s seat memory settings
- Optional electronic-locking center console
Exterior Features
- LED headlamps with Black bezels and LED Signature Lighting
- LED Sequential Taillights
- Pony projection lights
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Rear parking sensors
- Optional remote start system
How much is the 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse?
The Mustang’s most exclusive trim model starts at just $64,380*, a price that includes all of its standard performance gear and exclusive styling. The final price of your Dark Horse will vary according to selected equipment (not to mention tax, title, and other fees). Experience the Dark Horse’s thrilling performance for yourself — visit us at Lunghamer Ford in Owosso for a test-drive!
*Price as of 8/6/25.