2026 Ford Bronco Sport
Starting MSRP
$31,845
to $40,265
About the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is not just another crossover; it’s a compact adventurer ready for the asphalt and beyond. With its boxy, rugged stance, the Bronco Sport signals capability right out of the gate. The powertrain offers spirited capability, especially in the Badlands trim, which taps into the punchy 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine. Even the base 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo configuration provides a respectable 181 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Navigating tight urban streets is manageable thanks to its compact 172.7-inch length, yet its 70.2-inch height offers commanding visibility. This all-wheel-drive platform maintains a practical 27 MPG combined, proving the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport balances genuine outdoor eagerness with everyday efficiency.
Key Highlights
Impressive Cargo Space
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport offers a generous 32.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, perfect for hauling gear for weekend excursions.
Rugged Stance
Standing 70.2 inches tall, the Bronco Sport’s height provides excellent ground clearance and a commanding view of the road ahead.
Efficient AWD Drive
Every trim comes standard with all-wheel drive, supported by an 8-speed automatic transmission that helps achieve a 27 MPG combined rating.
Spacious Front Seating
Front occupants benefit from expansive room with 42.4 inches of legroom, ensuring comfort even on longer drives across varied terrains.
Best For
Weekend Trail Seekers
- The standard all-wheel drive and robust 190 lb-ft of torque available in the base model make the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport capable of handling light off-road adventures.
Urban Explorers
- Its relatively short 172.7-inch length makes maneuvering and parking easier in crowded city environments while still seating five comfortably.
Value-Conscious Adventurers
- With a starting price point near $31,845 and an efficiency rating of 25 MPG city / 30 MPG highway, this crossover balances capability with running costs.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | $40,265 | all wheel drive | 250 hp | 23 mpg |
| Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) | $31,845 | all wheel drive | 181 hp | 27 mpg |
| Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) | $34,145 | all wheel drive | 181 hp | 27 mpg |
| Outer Banks 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) | $36,945 | all wheel drive | 181 hp | 27 mpg |
Specifications comparison table for 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, 2026 Ford Bronco Sport. Data includes dimensions, performance, fuel economy, and interior specifications. Green highlighting indicates best values, red indicates worst values.
Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
Outer Banks 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
| Feature | Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) | Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) | Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) | Outer Banks 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (29 features) | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Fog Lights | — | — | ||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Folding Headrests | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.0 L | 1.5 L | 1.5 L | 1.5 L |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 250 hp @ 5500 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 3 | inline 3 | inline 3 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 190 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 190 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 190 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (2 features) | ||||
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel (5 features) | ||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 336.0/432.0 mi. | 400.0/480.0 mi. | 400.0/480.0 mi. | 400.0/480.0 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 21/27 MPG | 25/30 MPG | 25/30 MPG | 25/30 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 23 MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG | 27 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Warranty (4 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. | 3 yr./ 36000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. | 5 yr./ 60000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (26 features) | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | — | — | — | |
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | — | — | ||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | — | — | — | |
| Front Seatback Storage | — | |||
| Front View Camera | — | — | — | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | — | ||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leatherette Steering Wheel | — | — | ||
| Overhead Console with Storage | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Side View Camera | — | — | — | |
| Single Zone Climate Control | — | — | ||
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | — | — | — | |
| In Car Entertainment (10 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 8.0 in | 8.0 in | 8.0 in | 8.0 in |
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | ||||
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (3 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| One-Touch Power Windows | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Frontseats (18 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | — | — | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | — | — | Power |
| Driver Seat Manual Adjustments | — | 6-way | 6-way | — |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | — | — | — | 3 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 6-way | — | — | 6-way |
| Front Head Room | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. | 41.5 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 55.2 in. | 55.2 in. | 55.2 in. | 55.2 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. | 42.4 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | — | — | ||
| Front Seat Type: Sport | — | — | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. | 57.3 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | — | — | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | — | — | ||
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | — | 4-way | 4-way | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 6-way | — | — | 6-way |
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Premium Cloth | — | |||
| Rearseats (6 features) | ||||
| Folding Center Armrest | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. | 41.7 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 53.4 in. | 53.4 in. | 53.4 in. | 53.4 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. | 36.9 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Tires and Wheels (6 features) | ||||
| Spare Tire Location | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted | Inside Mounted |
| Spare Tire Type | Full Size Non-Matching | Temporary | Temporary | Temporary |
| Tire Size | 225/65R17 | 225/65R H | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Tire Type | All Terrain | All Season | All Terrain | All Season |
| Wheel Diameter | 17 in | 17 in | 17 in | 18 in |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (13 features) | ||||
| Angle of Approach | 30.0 degrees | 21.7 degrees | 21.7 degrees | 21.7 degrees |
| Angle of Departure | 32.8 degrees | 30.4 degrees | 30.4 degrees | 30.4 degrees |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 29.4 cu.ft. | 32.5 cu.ft. | 32.5 cu.ft. | 32.5 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Mexico | Mexico | Mexico | Mexico |
| Ground Clearance | 8.6 in. | 7.8 in. | 7.8 in. | 7.9 in. |
| Height | 71.4 in. | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. | 70.2 in. |
| Length | 172.7 in. | 172.7 in. | 172.7 in. | 172.7 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 60.6 cu.ft. | 65.2 cu.ft. | 65.2 cu.ft. | 65.2 cu.ft. |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 2200 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. | 2000 lbs. |
| Turning Circle | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. | 37.4 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 82.2 in. | 82.2 in. | 82.2 in. | 82.2 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. | 74.3 in. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport achieves a combined fuel economy rating of 27 MPG. Specifically, owners can expect 25 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway using regular unleaded fuel.
How does the power output differ between the base and top-tier 2026 Bronco Sport trims?
The base trims utilize a 1.5L 3-cylinder turbo engine producing 181 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque. The Badlands trim steps up to a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo engine for increased performance.
What are the dimensions of the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is a compact crossover measuring 172.7 inches long, 74.3 inches wide, and 70.2 inches tall, riding on a 105.1-inch wheelbase.
How many trims are available for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport and what is the general price range?
There are four available trims for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport, including the Big Bend, Heritage, Outer Banks, and Badlands. Pricing ranges from $31,845 up to $40,265.
Is the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport exclusively front-wheel drive?
No, the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport comes equipped standard with an all-wheel drive (AWD) system across all four listed trims.
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