This Is How MotorTrend Sees 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

MotorTrend has reported news with a presumptive rendering of what the 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 could look like. Yes, seventh-generation Shelby GT500 is on the way. Accordingly, we paid attention to the details they pointed out and more details that should be included in that.

The 2024 Ford Mustang, the beginning of the 7th Generation, was unveiled with a big surprise, and the V8 engine with manual transmission will keep the hopes of Muscle Car enthusiasts alive for a few more years. For the past few generations, Ford has produced a Shelby GT500 trim level in the Mustang lineup that is larger, more impressive, and more expensive than the regular GT and offers higher performance with the help of a supercharger than the regular-Mustang GT.

Ford didn’t offer a hybrid or electric powertrain for the 7th generation, instead satisfying Mustang enthusiasts with the more powerful gasoline-flavored V8 engine. But according to the rumors, something fresh was presented: The2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse.

The 2024 Dark Horse Mustang is a street-legal track-focused version of thenon-street-legal Dark Horse S and Dark Horse Rand produces 500 Hp and 418 pound-feet of torque. And also, the Dark Horse Mustang uses upgrades like the lightweight carbon fiber wheels and specially upgraded piston connecting rods used in the performance-oriented Shelbys like GT500.

The Supercharged 5.2L PredatorV8-powered Shelby GT500produces 760 Hp and 625 lb-ft of torque, and the GT350’s racetrack-capability chassis gives it additional reliability. And we expect the 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 to deliver more performance than previous models.

And also, it won’t be electric or hybrid for the next model year. The power produced by the engine is transmitted to the rear wheels through a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The GT500 gets good-adaptive dampers, up to 16.5-inch brakes, and Michelin Pilot Sport tires, and a similar setup can be expected for 2026 as well.

What MotorTrend pointed out and details from the render

MotorTrend has shown a rendering of what the 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 might look like with heavy use of carbon fiber, intense suspension and chassis upgrades, custom bodywork with more aggressive aero, massive rear wing, and expensive vinyl or hand-painted stripe options. As rendered by MotorTrend, it gets the same lightweight carbon fiber wheels, and the large front grille, which helps for better cooling for the 5.2L V8, has been deleted.

Instead, it has obtained the redesigned front grille, grille pods, and open nostrils from the regular 2024 Mustang GT. They have also shown how massive carbon fiber rear wing, large-carbon fiber hood vent, air vents, carbon fiber fenders, front spoiler, and side skirts could feature on the 2026 Shelby GT500.

What we say about 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

We speculate that the 2026Mustang Shelby GT500will get a larger and more aggressive front grille that differs from the regular Mustang GT. All-new 7th generation’s headlights, taillights, overall exterior design, and interior design and features can also be expected for the 2026 Shelby GT500, and will not be missing Vinyl or hand-painted stripes as an expensive add-on. It will be unveiled with an exclusive carbon-fiber alloy wheel design.

The massive carbon-fiber rear wing, the large carbon fiber hood vent, air vents, carbon fiber fenders, the front spoiler with Shelby letter signature, and side skirts will be redesigned for the next-gen Shelby GT500. Standard features like manual shifters, rotary-shifter on the center console, and leather-trimmed miko suede sports seats or optional leather-trimmed Recaro seats will carry for 2026, and other features will be based on the all-new interior of the 7th generation.

Citing sources,Ford Authorityhas stated that the 7th Generation Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 will be unveiled in 2025 as a 2026 model. They have further stated that the 6th Generation GT500 has been phased out this year. However, there will be a lot of hot news about the 2026 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 next year.

Source: MotorTrend