The Mustang Dark Horse takes the American muscle car concept up a notch and the good news is that it’s confirmed for SA! Here’s all you need to know.
What’s a Dark Horse?
Following on from the standard 7th-generation Ford Mustang GT will be this Mustang Dark Horse, which the Blue Oval claims will be a ‘street and track-capable performance Mustang,’ so we’re expecting a bit more firepower and aggression.
For this derivative, the 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated V8 engine has been upgraded to make a bit more power than the standard car, and outputs of 334 kW and 540 Nm (6 kW more than the GT) are claimed. As always, the Mustang is rear-wheel driven and features a 10-speed automatic transmission. It’s not just about a bit more power as there are enhancements to the aerodynamics and handling setup too.
Visually, you can spot a Dark Horse with bigger grille, darkened LED headlamps, fixed rear wing and darkened exhaust tips. There’s a special new Mustang Dark Horse badge too and customers have the choice of a unique Blue Ember metallic paint.
The under-the-skin work is impressive with unique chassis tuning, larger sway bars, heavy duty front shocks and upgraded brakes, in the form of 19-inch Brembos with six pistons. The vehicle retains its MagneRide adapative dampers and features a Torsen rear differential, and the Dark Horse rides on 19-inch wheels wrapped in Pirelli P Zero rubber.
Inside the cabin, there’s a flat-bottom steering wheel and plenty of blue accents dotted about. There’s a SYNC4 digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen and B&O sound system with 12 speakers as well.
How much does the Mustang Dark Horse cost in South Africa?
- Mustang Dark Horse 5.0L V8 10AT R1 500 000
This special Mustang includes a 6-year/90 000 km Ford Optional Service Plan, four-year/120 000 km Ford warranty, four-year/unlimited distance Roadside Assistance and five-year/unlimited distance corrosion warranty.
