2026 Ford Mustang vs 2026 Chevy Corvette

• The Mustang GT Premium gains the retro-inspired FX Package, bringing Fox-body styling cues into the modern era.
• Ford enthusiasts are also awaiting the expected arrival of the Mustang Raptor later in the year.
• Chevrolet gives the Corvette's interior a major technology overhaul for 2026.
• The Mustang delivers strong performance at a significantly lower price point than the Corvette.

Ford honors the Mustang's heritage by introducing the new FX Package for the GT Premium. Throwing back to the Fox-body years, this option brings retro '80s design elements throughout. Selecting both this layout and the Performance Package upgrades the look with Oxford White wheels that take cues from old-school Cobra models. Additionally, every version gets white accents on the front grille, white taillight components, and nostalgic emblems.

The nostalgic theme continues inside with plaid seat inserts, blue-and-silver stitching, and carbon-fiber trim borrowed from the Dark Horse. Ford also expands the color palette with Adriatic Blue Metallic and the return of Orange Fury.

As of June 20, 2026, trim pricing is:

• EcoBoost: $34,635
• EcoBoost Premium: $38,340
• EcoBoost Convertible: $42,115
• EcoBoost Premium Convertible: $43,840
• GT: $48,555
• GT Premium: $53,075
• GT Premium Convertible: $58,575
• Dark Horse: $66,075
• Dark Horse Premium Coupe: $71,070
• Dark Horse SC: $108,485
• Dark Horse SC Track Pack: $144,985
• Dark Horse SC Track Pack Special Edition: $175,965
• Mustang Raptor/Raptor R: $90,000 to $110,000

Meanwhile, one of the biggest changes is the removal of climate-control buttons that previously divided the driver and passenger. In its place is a cleaner center console design with an integrated passenger grab handle.

The 'Vette's infotainment screen grows to 12.7 inches, while the digital gauge cluster expands to 14.0 inches. Chevy also adds a new 6.6-inch auxiliary touchscreen for vehicle settings and trip information. Other updates include a more compact drive-mode selector and a dedicated wireless charging area. Move up to the 2LT or 3LT trims, and you'll find illuminated cupholders, real aluminum trim, and extra USB-C connectivity. Corvette pricing is:

• 1LT: $72,495
• 2LT: $79,595
• 3LT: $84,245

The Mustang features a standard turbocharged 315-hp 2.3-liter EcoBoost producing 350 lb-ft. or an available 5.0-liter V8 that bumps performance up to 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft. Equipping the active performance exhaust option nudges those numbers further, to 486 horsepower and 418 lb-ft. While most today's sports cars ditch three pedals entirely, you can still get this one with a traditional six-speed manual gearbox.

But we're not done! The Dark Horse pushes power to the limit, producing 500 horsepower while adding upgraded suspension tuning and chassis enhancements. Available handling upgrades make it an even more capable track-day machine.

The Corvette's standard naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 delivers 490 horsepower and 470 lb-ft. Choosing the Z51 Performance Package increases horsepower to 495 while adding performance-focused upgrades such as larger brakes, an electronic limited-slip differential, performance exhaust, and track-ready tires. The Corvette is available exclusively with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic.