Ford Bronco Sport: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide

The Bronco Sport is a small, five-seat SUV built for everyday use and light adventure. Its upright shape helps with cargo, while standard four-wheel drive and terrain modes give it more dirt-road ability than many road-focused small SUVs.

No. The 2021-present Bronco Sport lineup uses gasoline turbo engines. Most trims have a 1.5-liter three-cylinder, while the more trail-focused Badlands uses a stronger 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

Yes. Four-wheel drive is standard across the Bronco Sport lineup, from the simplest versions to the Badlands. Badlands models add a more advanced system that can direct power between the rear wheels for tougher trails.

The Bronco Sport seats five. In the latest lineup, maximum cargo room with the rear seats folded ranges from 60.6 to 65.2 cubic feet, depending on the version. Its upright roof and split-folding rear seat also suit bulky outdoor gear.

Yes. The Bronco Sport works as a commuter and weekend SUV, with five seats, useful cargo space, simple phone connectivity, and standard four-wheel drive for poor weather. Its rugged shape and trail focus are more pronounced than in many small SUVs.

Every Bronco Sport has four-wheel drive and terrain settings, so the lineup suits dirt roads, campsites, and mild trails. Badlands is the serious trail version, with a stronger engine, upgraded suspension, more advanced four-wheel drive, low-speed trail aids, and a trail-view camera.

There is one generation so far, beginning with the 2021 model. The major update arrived for 2025 with a redesigned dashboard, much larger standard screens, expanded driver aids, refreshed bumpers, and added trail software.

Yes. In the latest lineup, maximum towing capacity ranges from 2,200 to 2,700 pounds depending on trim and equipment. That suits a small utility trailer or similarly light load, but the rating for the exact used vehicle should be checked before towing.