Bronco review
2026 Ford Bronco® Review | Branson, MO
Capable on the trail and comfortable on the commute, the 2026 Ford Bronco® carries decades of off-road heritage into your everyday drives. Spirited performance, rugged 4x4 capability, and a cabin that welcomes muddy gear as readily as morning coffee make the Bronco a versatile companion for work weeks and weekend adventures alike. Open-air options and a wide range of available equipment let you build the Bronco around the way you drive. Explore the engines, design, technology, and safety features offered across each of its seven trims with this detailed 2026 Ford Bronco review prepared by the team at Tri-Lakes Ford. For a full breakdown of the standard features on every model, visit our Bronco trims guide.
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2026 Ford Bronco® Engines & Performance
Weekday commutes and gravel backroads get the same confident response from the 2026 Ford Bronco, offered with three turbocharged EcoBoost® engine options. The standard 2.3L EcoBoost inline four-cylinder (I4) engine produces 300 horsepower and pairs with a seven-speed manual or available ten-speed automatic transmission. An available 330-horsepower 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine brings additional torque to select trims, while the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine in the Raptor® delivers 418 horsepower. Every model is built with standard 4x4 and a Terrain Management System™ with selectable G.O.A.T. Modes® (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain), and the Bronco tows up to 4,500 pounds when properly equipped.
See the following engine specifications for more details.
| Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 330 HP | 418 HP | |
| Torque | 325 lb.-ft. | 415 lb.-ft. | 440 lb.-ft. | |
| Transmission | Seven-speed manual or ten-speed automatic | Ten-speed automatic | ||
| Drivetrain | 4x4 | |||
| MPG (City/Hwy) | 18 / 21 (manual); 18 / 22 (automatic) | 19 / 21 | 15 / 16 | |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs. | 4,500 lbs. | ||
2026 Ford Bronco® Exterior Design
Classic proportions and rugged detailing give the 2026 Ford Bronco a look that honors its heritage. Removable doors and a removable top open the cabin to fresh air, with hard top and soft top options offered across the lineup. For rougher routes, available protective hardware such as steel bash plates and rock rails guards the underbody against rocks and debris.
Available exterior features include:
- All-terrain or rugged-terrain tires
- 16-, 17-, or 18-in. wheels
- Removable doors and top
- Hard top or cloth soft top roof options
- Heavy-duty modular front bumper with Rigid Industries® LED fog and off-road lights
- Tube steps
- Rock rails with removable running boards
- Full underbody bash plates
- Front and rear tow hooks
- LED headlamps, signature lighting, and taillamps
- Heated, power-adjustable, manual-folding side view mirrors with integrated spotter mirror and LED approach lamps
- Privacy glass
- Manual swing gate with 150-degree swing
2026 Ford Bronco® Interior Design
Adventure-ready durability defines the interior of the 2026 Ford Bronco, where washout-capable rubberized flooring with drain plugs makes cleanup simple after wet, muddy outings. Cabin materials run practical or premium, with cloth, marine-grade vinyl, and available leather seat upholstery to match how you use your Bronco. Cold-weather comforts such as available heated front seats keep early starts pleasant.
Available interior features include:
- Cloth, marine-grade vinyl, unique vinyl, plaid cloth, or leather seat upholstery
- Ten-way power driver's seat
- Eight-way power front passenger's seat
- Heated front seats
- Rear 50/50 (two-door) or 60/40 (four-door) split-folding bench seat
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic temperature control
- Ambient footwell lighting
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Washout-capable rubberized flooring with drain plugs
- Modular lightweight load-carrying equipment (MOLLE) panel on front seat backs
- Cargo area protector
2026 Ford Bronco® Seating & Cargo Capacity
Two-door and four-door body configurations let you size the 2026 Ford Bronco to your crew. Four passengers ride in the two-door model, while the four-door model seats up to five with 43.1 inches of front legroom and up to 36.3 inches of rear legroom. There's room for camping gear, coolers, and weekend luggage with up to 83 cubic feet of maximum cargo volume in the four-door configuration.
The following table breaks down seating and cargo specifications by configuration.
| Configuration | Two-door | Four-door (soft top) | Four-door (hard top) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Seating | Four | Five | |
| Headroom (Front/Rear) | 41 / 39.8 in. | 43.3 / 41.1 in. | 40.8 / 40.1 in. |
| Legroom (Front/Rear) | 43.1 / 35.7 in. | 43.1 / 36.3 in. | 43.1 / 36.3 in. |
| Cargo Volume (Behind First/Second Row) | 52 / 20.6 cu.-ft. | 83 / 38.3 cu.-ft. | 77.6 / 36.4 cu.-ft. |
2026 Ford Bronco® Technology
Connected drives come standard in the 2026 Ford Bronco, anchored by the SYNC® 4 infotainment system with a 12-inch touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ bring your phone's apps and maps front and center. An available 12-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen® delivers rich, detailed sound for your favorite playlists on extended drives.
Available technology features include:
- 12-in. digital instrument cluster
- SYNC 4 infotainment system with 12-in. touchscreen
- Seven speakers or 12-speaker B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with a subwoofer
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Voice-activated navigation system
- Enhanced voice recognition
- SiriusXM® with 360L capability
- FordPass® Connect capability
- Wi-Fi hotspot capability
- Remote start system
- Intelligent Access with push-button start
- Universal garage door opener
- AC power outlet
- 12V outlets
- Dual smart charging USB ports
2026 Ford Bronco® Driver Assist & Safety Features
A suite of driver assistance features in the 2026 Ford Bronco helps you keep tabs on your surroundings. Camera systems and available parking sensors support awareness in tight parking lots and at busy trailheads, and available adaptive cruise control helps maintain a set distance from the vehicle ahead on highway trips. For unpaved miles, available Ford Trail Control™ provides low-speed driving support.
Available safety features include:
- Ford Co-Pilot360® technology
- BLIS® (blind spot information system) with cross-traffic alert
- Lane-keeping system
- Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking
- Post-collision braking
- Rearview camera
- 360-degree camera
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Adaptive cruise control
- Evasive steering assist
- Auto high-beam headlamps
- Hill start assist
- Hill Descent Control™
- Trail Turn Assist
- Trail One-Pedal Drive
- Trailer sway control
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
- Perimeter alarm
2026 Ford Bronco® Color Options
Solid Color Options:
- Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Avalanche Gray
- Desert Sand
- Marsh Gray
- Velocity Blue Metallic
- Shadow Black
- Oxford White
- Wimbledon White
- Shelter Green Metallic
Roof Color Options:
- Marsh Gray Two-Tone
- Avalanche Two-Tone
- Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat Two-Tone
- Desert Sand Two-Tone
- Shelter Green Two-Tone
2026 Ford Bronco® Trims Available
- Base $42,790*
- Big Bend® $43,290*
- Outer Banks® $50,185*
- Badlands® $50,885*
- Heritage Edition $53,620*
- Stroppe Edition $71,990*
- Raptor $81,990*
2026 Ford Bronco® New Ford Bronco for Sale in Branson, MO
Ready to meet the new 2026 Ford Bronco in person? Tri-Lakes Ford carries the Bronco in Branson, MO, and our team can walk you through every configuration. Stop by to see which models are currently available in our inventory, and schedule a test drive to experience your favorite firsthand. Our team welcomes every question, so contact us online or give us a call at (417) 334-7543.
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