Summary

• With 1,545 currently listed for sale and an average price of $40,377.00, 32.3% of 2026 Ford Mustangs for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• 93.5% of 2026 Mustang models on CarGurus are accident free.

Why it stands out

The 2026 Ford Mustang stands out because it keeps the classic Mustang formula intact while still adding fresh visual and trim-specific touches. It remains a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe or convertible, and Ford offers it with the EcoBoost turbocharged 2.3-liter inline four-cylinder engine on base and mainstream trims. Upper trims can be had with 5.0-liter V8 engines producing 480 hp or 500 hp, and a 10-speed automatic is the most common transmission, though some trims are available with six-speed manuals. That mix of accessible performance and traditional muscle-car hardware is a big part of the Mustang’s appeal.

For 2026, Ford added a RTR Package for the EcoBoost that brings signature lit “notrils” in the front grille, specialty badging, and optional Hyper Lime brake calipers and interior stitching. The GT Premium also gets an FX Appearance Package with Oxford White wheels and retro plaid leather seat inserts, along with two new paint colors: Adriatic Blue Metallic and Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat. Those updates give the 2026 Mustang extra personality without changing its core identity.

There are a few cautions for shoppers, though. The EcoBoost engine may deliver good mpg ratings, but it requires premium fuel. And reports on the 2024 and 2025 Ford Mustangs mention powertrain vibrations, inconsistent interior build quality, issues with the limited-slip differential, and problems with the electronic stability control system, so buyers of a used example should look for repairs already completed under warranty or remaining factory coverage.

Other model years to consider

• 2025 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $43,248.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.6%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,649

• 2023 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $33,565.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.5%
  • User rating: 5 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,163

• 2024 Ford Mustang

  • Average price: $38,181.00
  • Good/great deal percentage: 33.8%
  • User rating: 4.75 / 5
  • Total listings: 3,721

This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.