Two models of the variant will be sold, one of which can be entered in organized races.
The Dark Horse is the first new Mustang performance series in 21 years, according to the brand. It’s actually two models, both of which are based on the new Mustang GT—the Dark Horse S and the Dark Horse R. The two track-only beasts are very similar to one another, but the former was designed for weekend warriors and the latter for organized racing. The Dark Horse R has actually been serialized by Ford so that it can compete in proper motorsports events all over the world.
The Dark Horse is equipped with a number of other track upgrades. It features a full FIA-certified safety cage, safety nets, race seats with safety belts and a race steering wheel with a quick disconnect, according to the brand. The car also has a racing fuel cell for added range, welded seams for added strength, MagneRide dampers and Brembo brakes.The Dark Horse’s hardware isn’t the only thing that will set it apart from the rest of the new ‘Stangs. It’s also a more sinister-looking muscle car.
Like the other seventh-generation Mustangs, the Dark Horse features a completely redesigned cabin. It’s more tech-centric, with a 12.4-inch digital gauge cluster in the driver’s cockpit and a 13.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system atop the center stack that runs the automaker’s Sync 4 operating system. The interior also features variant-specific blue accents and dark metallic gloss trim and Deep Indigo Blue seats are available as an add-on.