2026 Ford Bronco: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

2026 Ford Bronco

The headline change for the 2026 Ford Bronco is a new 60th Anniversary Package for the Outer Banks trim. Otherwise, this is a light trim-update year, not a redesign or full refresh.

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About the 2026 Ford Bronco

6th generation (2021-present), late-cycle year with trim-specific updates rather than a redesign or full refresh.

Ford positions the Bronco as a real off-road SUV first, not a crossover with rugged styling. Its identity centers on standard 4WD, removable doors and roof, trail-focused hardware, and a wide spread of trims that range from simple open-air adventure vehicle to high-speed desert runner. The Bronco’s main draw versus most midsize SUVs is that it still feels purpose-built for trails and outdoor use, while keeping a modern cabin with large screens and everyday drivability.

The 2026 Bronco lineup stretches from the straightforward Base and Big Bend, with standard 4WD, removable roof panels and doors, and 12-inch screens, to the trail-focused Badlands with locking front and rear axles and heavy-duty underbody protection. Heritage Edition supplies the retro look, while Stroppe Edition brings Baja-inspired hardware in a four-door body. Raptor remains the most extreme version, with a twin-turbo V6, advanced off-road suspension, and locking front and rear axles.

What changed, by category

Powertrain
Heritage Edition adds an optional 10-speed automatic transmission with its standard 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The overall engine lineup otherwise remains familiar.
Styling
Ford adds a Bronco 60th Anniversary Package to the Outer Banks trim. On Big Bend, fog lights move from standard equipment to optional.
Safety
Blind-spot monitoring and lane-departure warning move from standard to optional on Badlands and Big Bend. There is no lineup-wide safety-suite update.
Tech
Raptor adds a standard full-display rearview mirror and a leather gear shift knob. On Badlands and Big Bend, navigation, proximity keyless entry, dual-zone climate control, and heated front seats move from standard to optional; the heated steering wheel also becomes optional on Badlands.
Structural
Stroppe Edition changes from a two-door-only special edition for 2025 to a four-door model for 2026.

2026 Ford Bronco specs and features by trim

2026 Ford BroncoBase0 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoRaptor0 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoBadlands1 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoBig Bend0 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoOuter Banks1 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoStroppe Edition0 in stock
2026 Ford BroncoHeritage Edition0 in stock
Engine4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 LiterV6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter / V6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 LiterV6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter / 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 LiterV6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 2.7 LiterV6, EcoBoost, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter / 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.3 Liter
TransmissionManual, 7-SpdAutomatic, 10-SpdManual, 7-Spd / Automatic, 10-SpdManual, 7-SpdAutomatic, 10-SpdAutomatic, 10-SpdAutomatic, 10-Spd / Manual, 7-Spd
Drivetrain4WD4WD4WD4WD4WD4WD4WD
Fuel TypeGasGasGasGasGasGasGas
MPG City18 mpg15 mpg17 mpg18 mpg18–19 mpg17 mpg17–18 mpg
MPG Highway21 mpg16 mpg17–18 mpg21 mpg21–22 mpg17 mpg17–21 mpg
Horsepower300 hp418 hp300–330 hp300 hp300–330 hp330 hp300–330 hp
Torque325 lb-ft440 lb-ft325–415 lb-ft325 lb-ft325–415 lb-ft415 lb-ft325–415 lb-ft
Max Towing3500 lb4500 lb3500 lb3500 lb3500 lb3500 lb3500 lb
Trunk/Cargo52–83 cu-ft77.6 cu-ft52–83 cu-ft83 cu-ft83 cu-ft77.6 cu-ft77.6 cu-ft
Rear Legroom35.7–36.3 in36.3 in35.7–36.3 in36.3 in36.3 in36.3 in36.3 in
Seats5555555
Doors2–442–44444
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Driver Attention Assist Monitor
Front & Rear Parking Sensors
Hill Descent Control
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear View Camera
360 Camera
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
LED Headlights
LED Tail Lights
Privacy Glass
Roof Rails
Side Steps
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Satellite Radio
Smartphone Interface
Touch Screen Monitor
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Interior Ambient Lighting
Leather Seats
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Remote Start

Frequently asked questions

What is the biggest change to the 2026 Ford Bronco?

The biggest change is the new Bronco 60th Anniversary Package for the Outer Banks trim. The rest of the updates are concentrated on individual trims rather than the full lineup.

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco redesigned?

No. The 2026 Bronco remains part of the sixth generation introduced for 2021, with focused trim and equipment changes rather than a redesign or full refresh.

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition a four-door?

Yes. The 2026 Stroppe Edition is a four-door model, replacing the two-door-only format used for the 2025 special edition.

What changed on the 2026 Bronco Heritage Edition?

The 2026 Heritage Edition adds an optional 10-speed automatic transmission with its standard 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Its retro theme continues with a white hardtop and grille, heritage graphics, and plaid cloth seats.

What changed on the 2026 Bronco Raptor?

The 2026 Bronco Raptor adds a full-display rearview mirror and a leather gear shift knob as standard equipment. Its twin-turbo V6 and advanced off-road suspension continue.

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