The 2026 Shelby Super Snake Is An 830-HP Monster Mustang

1 week, 2 days ago - 18 January 2026, Motor1

Shelby is only building 300 of them for the United States, with a starting price of $175,885.

Shelby has unveiled its 2026 Super Snake—the most powerful Mustang in its lineup. Based on the current Mustang S650 platform, the Super Snake produces over 830 horsepower from its 5.0-liter V8 engine with the optional supercharger system. The Super Snake’s standard output remains unchanged from a stock Mustang GT at 480 hp.

The Super Snake also comes with an upgraded cooling system, a Borla exhaust, performance half shafts, Shelby’s suspension system, and upgraded Shelby brakes. The Super Snake is available with either the six-speed manual gearbox or the 10-speed automatic in both coupe and convertible configurations.

Manual-equipped cars receive a short-throw shifter. Shelby also adds hardened and extended wheel studs and 20-inch forged magnesium wheels.

Angry-Looking Snake

In addition to the powertrain and suspension upgrades, the Super Snake also gets a distinct look that's more aggressive than any factory Mustang. It comes with a vented aluminum hood with hood pins and carbon-fiber extractors, and a carbon-fiber widebody kit that includes the front fenders, the front bumper, and the front fascia.

At the back, the Super Snake has a new carbon-fiber rear diffuser and a rear ducktail spoiler. Fastback models get a carbon-fiber era wing, while every car is available with Super Snake stripes and badges. Shelby will also tint your windows if your state allows.

Inside, the Super Snake features Shelby-embroidered floor mats, door sill plates, and embroidered seatbacks. It also comes with a serialized dash plaque, and manual-equipped models come with a Shelby shifter ball.

The 2026 Super Snake starts at $175,885. That includes the base Mustang GT Premium Fastback with the Performance Pack, active exhaust, MagneRide suspension, red brake calipers, and B&O sound system. The car comes with a three-year, 36,000-mile warranty, in addition to the Ford powertrain warranty.

The standard Mustang GT, with 480 hp, starts at $48,555, including the $1,995 destination charge. The 500-hp Mustang Dark Horse costs $66,075 to start, while the Mustang GTD costs over $300,000.

Production has already started, according to Shelby.

The Las Vegas-based company will produce just 300 Super Snakes for the United States.