The Ford Mustang is an American icon. It can’t be overstated what an impact it’s had on car culture over its over 60 years of production, being the car that invented and innovated on the Pony Car class.
Though seven generations into its life cycle, the Mustang still continues this trend of innovation in 2025. An enticing model in its own right this iteration provides buyers with an affordable, efficient car that can quickly ramp up its features and performance as you look through its trim levels.
Need to know if the 2025 Ford Mustang is the car for you? We’ll be looking at all of the burning questions about this year’s model to show you just how its new features enhance performance, showing off the new ‘stang’s dedication to achieving and building upon the goodwill its nameplate garners.
Key Takeaways
- The Mustang brings a few new changes, mostly cosmetic, for 2025.
- The Anniversary trim brings all new wheels and aluminum center caps as a treat for Mustang enthusiasts.
- Part of the 7th generation of Ford Mustangs.
Will there be a 2025 Mustang Dark Horse?
Yes! The beloved Dark Horse trim is expected to make a comeback for 2025, still making the same 500 horsepower at 418 lb-ft of torque from its 5.0L V8. Utilizing high performance features like dual-throttle-body intakes fed by enlarged bumper vents and strengthened engine components, the Dark Horse is able to hit a 0-60 time of 4.1 seconds, and was tested by Car and Driver to rocket past the quarter mile in just 12.5 seconds.
Though more than well equipped for the track, the Dark Horse ensures you’ll have no trouble driving through residential areas, bringing with it four exhaust settings, ranging from Quiet, Normal, Sport, and Track, that ensure you can enjoy your muscle car to your heart's content while also being mindful of your neighbors.
How much horsepower will the 2025 Mustang have?
That depends, as the 2025 Mustang will come with a variety of different engines. For starters, the Mustang's base engine is the turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost engine rated at 315 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, and is only available with a 10-speed automatic transmission. This efficient yet powerful engine is standard for the Ecoboost trims this year.
Of course, being a muscle car, an upgrade to a juicy 5.0-liter V-8 is also available. Starting from the GT trims, this engine comes rated at 480 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque, and comes available with the same 10-speed automatic as well as a lovely six-speed manual that should please enthusiasts.
Additionally, an optional performance exhaust is available, boosting power to around 486 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque. The track focused Mustang Dark Horse provides a mighty 500-hp version of the 5.0-liter V-8.
How much will the 2025 Mustang cost?
That depends on the Mustang you buy. For 2025, the starting price of the base Mustang starts at around $33,515, and can go up to $69,870 depending on your chosen train and options. A full list of available trims and their prices (excluding the GTD) reads as follows:
- EcoBoost Coupe - $33,515
- EcoBoost Premium Coupe - $39,140
- EcoBoost Convertible - $41,615
- EcoBoost Premium Convertible - $44,540
- GT Coupe - $47,155
- GT Premium Coupe - $51,675
- GT Premium Convertible - $57,075
- Dark Horse Coupe - $64,975
- Dark Horse Premium Coupe- $69,870
Summary
The Mustang carries the DNA of the car that changed the industry all those years ago, now modernized to meet and exceed the expectations of a modern coupe. More than anything, though, it’s the willingness to be bold that sees the Mustang stand out as such an enticing purchase in the pony car class.