# What Is The Highest Horsepower Engine Ever Put In A Ford Mustang From The Factory?

> The Ford Mustang has been doing the rounds for over 60 years. It first launched back in the mid 1960s, and base models kicked out a measly 120 horsepower from a 200ci (3. 2-liter) inline six, whereas the 289ci (4.

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- **Published:** 2025-09-28
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #ford #horsepower #mustang #engine #ever #factory #highest #base
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