The 2026 Shelby Super Snake-R debuted during Monterey Car Week 2025. The Super Snake-R is based on the factory Mustang Dark Horse but receives significant mechanical and visual upgrades, all aimed at making this muscle car even more formidable on the track.
It all starts under the hood. Ford’s Coyote V-8 gets a supercharger, boosting output to over 850 horsepower—20 more than the current Super Snake. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels, and buyers can choose between a Tremec six-speed manual or a 10-speed automatic transmission.
Fully adjustable coilovers, wider Michelin performance tires, lightweight alloy wheels, and two-piece slotted brake rotors complement the Super Snake-R’s massive power boost—not to mention a sizeable rear spoiler designed to increase downforce.
Aggressive new front and rear bumper designs, paired with carbon fiber body panels, give the Mustang an even more intimidating look. Buyers can choose from five paint options: Carbonized Gray Metallic, Grabber Blue Metallic, Oxford White, Race Red, and Shadow Black.
Of course, all this performance comes at a price. The 2026 Super Snake-R starts at $225,995, which includes the cost of the donor Mustang Dark Horse.