The Ford Mustang Dark Horse, the most track-focused variant of the iconic pony car, has made its debut in Australia with a price tag that reflects its high-performance credentials. Let's break down the pricing details for this limited-edition Mustang.
Dark Horse Pricing
The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse is available in two variants in Australia:
- Dark Horse Manual: AUD $99,102 (before on-road costs)
- Dark Horse Automatic: AUD $103,002 (before on-road costs)
These prices position the Dark Horse at the top of the Mustang range in Australia, cracking the $100,000 barrier for the first time in Mustang history when on-road costs are factored in.
Limited Availability
Ford Australia has allocated only 1,000 units of the Dark Horse for the Australian market. As of the latest reports, all of these units have been reserved by customers, making it a highly sought-after model.
Performance Specs
For the premium price, the Dark Horse offers:
- 5.0-liter Coyote V8 engine
- Power output: 349kW (468 hp)
- Torque: 548Nm (404 lb-ft)
It's worth noting that these figures are slightly lower than the US-spec Dark Horse due to different exhaust and emissions regulations in Australia.
Key Features
The Dark Horse justifies its price tag with several performance-enhancing features:
- Tremec 6-speed manual transmission (or 10-speed automatic)
- MagneRide adaptive suspension
- Torsen limited-slip differential
- Larger radiator and more powerful cooling fans
- Brembo brakes with 6-piston front calipers
- Unique styling elements and Dark Horse badging
Comparison to Other Mustang Models
For context, here's how the Dark Horse pricing compares to other 2024 Mustang models in Australia:
- EcoBoost Fastback Auto: AUD $64,990
- GT Fastback Manual: AUD $77,002
- GT Fastback Auto: AUD $80,902
- GT Convertible Auto: AUD $86,752
Where We Stand
The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse comes with a premium price tag in Australia, starting at AUD $99,102 and exceeding $100,000 with the automatic transmission. While this places it in a higher price bracket than previous Mustang models, its limited availability, track-focused performance upgrades, and exclusive features make it a desirable option for enthusiasts and collectors.
The quick sell-out of all 1,000 allocated units suggests that despite the higher price, there's strong demand for this high-performance Mustang variant in the Australian market.
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