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2026 Ford Bronco
Car and Driver says Ford is celebrating the Bronco's birthday with a 60th Anniversary model dressed in red and white, built on a Sasquatch-equipped Outer Banks with bucking bronco logos and '60' badging added throughout. Elsewhere, the Wildtrak model returns with an upgraded suspension using Fox internal bypass dampers, a black exterior appearance package, and 35-inch all-terrain tires. MSRP runs $42,790-$71,990. MotorTrend adds the 60th Anniversary package includes the Sasquatch off-road kit, a standard turbocharged four-cylinder or available twin-turbo V6, more aggressive final drive ratios with electronic-locking front and rear differentials, and 17-inch Gravity Gray wheels with Vermilion Red center caps; MotorTrend lists rivals as the Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner, and Honda Passport TrailSport.
Current archiveChecked Sep. 20, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo), 2.7-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo), 3.0-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo)
Output300–418 hp
Drivetrain4WD
Seating5
Maximum towing4,500 lb
Decision answers15Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Ford is celebrating the Bronco's birthday with a 60th Anniversary model dressed in red and white. It builds on a Sasquatch-equipped Outer Banks, adding bucking bronco logos and '60' badging to various surfaces on the exterior and interior. Elsewhere, the Wildtrak model is back in action and includes an upgraded suspension with Fox internal bypass dampers, a black exterior appearance package, and 35-inch all-terrain tires.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 60th Anniversary package includes the Sasquatch off-road kit, a standard turbocharged four-cylinder engine or available twin-turbo V-6, more aggressive final drive ratios with electronic-locking front and rear differentials, and 17-inch Gravity Gray wheels with contrasting Vermilion Red center caps.
Pricing for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $42,790-$71,990.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) lists rivals to the Bronco as the Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner, and Honda Passport TrailSport.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Ford Bronco?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a new 60th Anniversary edition and the return of the Wildtrak trim with an upgraded suspension.
How much does the 2026 Ford Bronco cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $42,790 to $71,990.
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Record summary
What to know first
The 2026 Ford Bronco is a mid-size SUV that Kelley Blue Book lists in 7 trims, from the Base to the Raptor. Its engine choices are 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo), 2.7-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo) and 3.0-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo). Power runs from 300 to 418 horsepower, and Kelley Blue Book lists four-wheel drive. Its curb weights run 4,504 to 5,814 lb and its combined fuel economy 15 to 20 mpg.
Model-year note
Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, the best combined fuel economy moves from 22 to 20 mpg.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| Base | Entry trim | See full equipment map |
| Big Bend | Trim 2 of 7 | See full equipment map |
| Outer Banks | Trim 3 of 7 | See full equipment map |
| Badlands | Trim 4 of 7 | See full equipment map |
| Heritage Edition | Trim 5 of 7 | See full equipment map |
| Stroppe Edition | Trim 6 of 7 | See full equipment map |
| Raptor | Top trim | See full equipment map |
01
Entry trim
Base
02
Trim 2 of 7
Big Bend
03
Trim 3 of 7
Outer Banks
04
Trim 4 of 7
Badlands
05
Trim 5 of 7
Heritage Edition
06
Trim 6 of 7
Stroppe Edition
07
Top trim
Raptor
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2026 Ford Bronco: 7 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo) | Manual, 7-Spd | 4WD | 300 | 325 | 18 / 21 / 19 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Big Bend | 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo) | Manual, 7-Spd | 4WD | 300 | 325 | 18 / 21 / 19 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Outer Banks | 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo) | Automatic, 10-Spd | 4WD | 300 | 325 | 18 / 22 / 20 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Badlands | 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo) | Manual, 7-Spd | 4WD | 300 | 325 | 17 / 18 / 17 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Heritage Edition | 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo) | Manual, 7-Spd | 4WD | 300 | 325 | 18 / 21 / 19 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Stroppe Edition | 2.7-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 10-Spd | 4WD | 330 | 415 | 17 / 17 / 17 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Raptor | 3.0-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo) | Automatic, 10-Spd | 4WD | 418 | 440 | 15 / 16 / 15 mpg | 5 | 3 yr / 36,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Towing | Payload | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 4,504 lb | 189.4 in | 73 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 43.3 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,417 lb | P225/70R16 |
| Big Bend | 4,523 lb | 189.4 in | 73 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 43.3 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,333 lb | P255/75R17 |
| Outer Banks | 4,637 lb | 189.4 in | 73 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 43.3 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,283 lb | P255/70R18 |
| Badlands | 4,897 lb | 189.9 in | 74.1 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 43.3 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,243 lb | LT285/70R17 |
| Heritage Edition | 4,871 lb | 189.5 in | 78.6 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 40.8 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,109 lb | LT315/70R17 |
| Stroppe Edition | 5,334 lb | 189.5 in | 78.6 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 40.8 in | 43.1 in | 3,500 lb | 1,141 lb | LT315/70R17 |
| Raptor | 5,814 lb | 191 in | 77.8 in | 116.1 in | 20.8 gal | 40.8 in | 43.1 in | 4,500 lb | 1,155 lb | 37X12.5R17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2026 Ford Bronco trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | Base | Big Bend | Outer Banks | Badlands | Heritage Edition | Stroppe Edition | Raptor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||
| Anti-theft alarm | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Blind-spot alert | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Driver-attention monitor | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Hill-descent control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | – |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Std | Std |
| Front and rear parking sensors | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Std | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | |||||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | – | Opt | Opt | – | Std | Std |
| Real-time traffic information | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Heated front seats | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | Std | Opt | – | Std | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | Std | Opt | – | – | – |
| Power driver's seat | – | – | Std | Opt | – | – | – |
| Leather seats | – | – | Std | Opt | – | – | Opt |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | – | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Privacy glass | – | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Roof rails | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | – | – |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | – | Std | Opt | – | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Opt | Std | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
9 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50120Bronco 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 18 | 22 | 20 | N/A |
| 50122Bronco 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveManual 7-spd | Regular | 18 | 21 | 19 | N/A |
| 50121Bronco 4WD | 2.7L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 17 | 17 | N/A |
| 50125Bronco Badlands 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 19 | 18 | N/A |
| 50126Bronco Badlands 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveManual 7-spd | Regular | 17 | 18 | 17 | N/A |
| 50153Bronco Outer Banks 4WD | 2.7L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 19 | 21 | 20 | N/A |
| 50152Bronco Raptor 4WD | 3L 6-cyl SIDIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 15 | 16 | 15 | N/A |
| 50123Bronco Sasquatch 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S10) | Regular | 17 | 19 | 18 | N/A |
| 50124Bronco Sasquatch 4WD | 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Part-time 4-Wheel DriveManual 7-spd | Regular | 17 | 19 | 18 | N/A |
Direct answers
15 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 Bronco come in?
Kelley Blue Book lists 7 trims for the 2026 Ford Bronco (mid-size SUV): Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, Heritage Edition, Stroppe Edition, Raptor.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q02What are the 2026 Bronco trims?
Kelley Blue Book lists these 7 trims for the 2026 Ford Bronco, in this order: Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, Heritage Edition, Stroppe Edition, Raptor.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 Bronco use?
The 2026 Ford Bronco is built around 2.3-liter 4-cylinder (EcoBoost, Turbo), 2.7-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo), 3.0-liter V6 (EcoBoost, Twin Turbo), rated at 300–418 horsepower across its mid-size SUV body style.
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 Bronco?
The 2026 Ford Bronco is offered with 4WD.
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 Bronco?
Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, the best combined fuel economy moves from 22 to 20 mpg.
Source: Kelley Blue Book model-year information
Q06How many recall campaigns does NHTSA list for the 2026 Ford Bronco?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation records 8 recall campaigns for the 2026 Ford Bronco, covering engine cooling, electrical system, backup camera, seats.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall campaigns
Q07How did the 2026 Ford Bronco do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2026 Ford Bronco earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 17.4% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q08What kind of brakes does the 2026 Ford Bronco have?
MotorTrend lists the 2026 Ford Bronco with four-wheel disc brakes.
Q09How did the 2026 Ford Bronco do in IIHS crash tests?
IIHS rated the 2026 Ford Bronco: Good in the small overlap front test, Marginal in the updated moderate overlap front test, Good in the updated side test. IIHS states the rating applies to 2021-26 and 2025-26 models, based on a test of the 2021 Ford Bronco 4-door 4wd. Grades run Good, Acceptable, Marginal, Poor.
Source: iihs.org (opens in a new tab)
Q10What size wheels does the 2026 Ford Bronco have?
The 2026 Ford Bronco's wheel diameter is 16 inches on the Base, 17 inches on the Big Bend, Badlands, Heritage Edition and Stroppe Edition and 18 inches on the Outer Banks. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q11How much cargo space does the 2026 Ford Bronco Base 2 Door have?
CarBuzz lists 22.4 cubic feet of cargo space for the 2026 Ford Bronco Base 2 Door.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q12What warranty does the 2026 Ford Bronco Base 2 Door come with?
CarBuzz lists the 2026 Ford Bronco Base 2 Door with basic coverage of 36 months or 36,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 60 months or 60,000 miles, corrosion coverage of 60 months with unlimited miles and roadside assistance of 60 months or 60,000 miles.
Source: CarBuzz model-year specification page
Q13How quickly does the 2026 Ford Bronco accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph test of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists is of earlier model years than the 2026 Ford Bronco: 7.8 seconds for the 2025 Ford Bronco RTR ROVR 4-door (Motor Trend).
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Q14How do the 2026 Ford Bronco trims differ from one another?
The Big Bend has alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and privacy glass as standard equipment over the Base. The Outer Banks has blind-spot alert, a driver-attention monitor, power front seats for driver and passenger and 10 more as standard equipment over the Big Bend. The Heritage Edition has blind-spot alert, a driver-attention monitor, heated front seats and 4 more as standard equipment over the Badlands. The Stroppe Edition has 330 hp against 300 and front and rear parking sensors, a heated steering wheel, a premium audio system and 2 more as standard equipment over the Heritage Edition. The Raptor has 418 hp against 330 and cup holders as standard equipment over the Stroppe Edition.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q15What does the 2026 Ford Bronco cost across its trims?
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2026 Ford Bronco run from $42,490 for the Base Style to $81,990 for the Raptor, across 7 trims.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
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