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The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport arrives with a focused lineup of four trims — Big Bend, Heritage, Outer Banks, and Badlands — each built around a different kind of driver and a different level of off-road ambition. Every trim comes standard with 4x4, SYNC® 4 with a 13.2" touchscreen, and Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+. This page covers what's new for 2026, how the trims compare, and what to know before you shop. For everything you need to make a confident decision, you're in the right place.
What's new for the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?
The 2026 model year brings several meaningful changes to the Bronco Sport lineup. Here's what's changed from the previous model year:
Added for 2026:
- Ford Connectivity Package (1-year included with activation) — standard on all trims. Includes Unlimited Wi-Fi® Hotspot, Audio and Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, and Entertainment
- Ford Security Package (1-year included with activation) — standard on all trims
- 5G Modem — standard on all trims
- 8" Cluster Display — now standard on Big Bend, Heritage, and Outer Banks
- Bronze Package (60F) — new for Big Bend, adds Bronze badges, Bronze-painted wheels, premium interior with Bronze stitching, and Shadow Black painted roof
- Bronze + Black Diamond Off-Road Package (60H) — new for Big Bend, combines Bronze styling with All-Terrain tires
- Orange Fury Metallic Tri-Coat — new exterior color
- Space White Metallic — new exterior color
- Heritage trim now available to fleet buyers
- Fender Tie Downs — now optional on Big Bend, Outer Banks, and Badlands with select packages
- Sasquatch® Outer Banks® Package now includes 12.3" Cluster Display
- New Dealer Installed Options: Console Safe, Tool Kit, Vented Wheel Arch Moldings, Wheel Locks, Windshield Sunscreen, Underbody Courtesy Light Kit, GB-40 Battery Jump Starter
Removed for 2026:
- Free Wheeling™ trim — discontinued
- Wireless Charging Pad — removed from all trims
- Universal Garage Door Opener — removed from all trims
- Rain-Sensing Wipers — removed from all trims
- Eruption Green Metallic — discontinued color
- Desert Sand — discontinued color
2026 Bronco Sport trim overview
The 2026 Bronco Sport lineup consists of four trims. Every one comes standard with 4x4 — there is no FWD option in the lineup.
Big Bend® — Order Code 200A
The foundation of the Bronco Sport lineup and the most customizable trim available. Standard equipment includes HOSS 1.0 off-road suspension, 5 G.O.A.T. Modes®, SYNC® 4 with 13.2" touchscreen, Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+, 17" Carbonized Gray-painted wheels, 225/65R17 All-Season tires, and cloth bucket seats. The Big Bend has the widest range of available packages — Black Diamond Off-Road, Bronze, Bronze + Black Diamond, Black Appearance, and Convenience.
Engine: 1.5L EcoBoost® · Drive: Standard 4x4 · MPG: 25 city / 30 hwy (EPA est.) · Towing: Up to 2,200 lbs when properly equipped*
Heritage — Order Code 250A
Built on the Big Bend foundation with a retro-inspired look that's unique in the lineup. Adds Oxford White painted roof, Oxford White grille with red "BRONCO™" lettering, 17" Oxford White-painted wheels, standard 225/65R17 All-Terrain tires, plaid cloth seats, and Navy Pier micro suede interior accents with Race Red stitching. Heritage is available in a limited color palette and does not offer a tow package.
Engine: 1.5L EcoBoost® · Drive: Standard 4x4 · MPG: 25 city / 30 hwy (EPA est.) · Towing: N/A
Outer Banks® — Order Code 300A
The most comfort-focused trim in the lineup without sacrificing capability. Adds 18" Machined-Face Ebony Black wheels, 225/60R18 All-Season tires, painted Shadow Black roof, LED fog lamps, premium-trimmed sport bucket seats, 8-way power driver seat, 6-way power passenger seat, heated front seats, memory driver seat, heated premium-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirror, remote start, and power windows front and rear. Available with the Sasquatch® Outer Banks® Package for serious off-road capability.
Engine: 1.5L EcoBoost® · Drive: Standard 4x4 · MPG: 25 city / 30 hwy (EPA est.) · Towing: Up to 2,200 lbs when properly equipped*
Badlands® — Order Code 400A
The off-road flagship — and the only trim built on a meaningfully different mechanical platform. The Badlands gets the exclusive 2.0L EcoBoost® engine, Advanced 4x4 with Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit, HOSS 2.0 suspension, SelectShift® with Paddle Shifters, Trail Control™ with Trail One-Pedal Drive, 7 G.O.A.T. Modes® plus Differential Lock, Pro Power Onboard™ 400W, 12.3" digital cluster display, Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0 with 360-Degree Camera and Trail View, standard steel underbody protection (bash plate, skid plate, fuel tank shields), front recovery hooks, black MIC front bumper with steel plates, leather-trimmed seats, rubberized flooring, and standard Class II Trailer Tow Package. Available with the Sasquatch® Badlands® Package for HOSS 3.0 with Bilstein® dampers.
Engine: 2.0L EcoBoost® · Drive: Advanced 4x4 · Transmission: SelectShift® 8-speed Auto · Towing: Up to 2,200 lbs*
*Towing requires Class II Trailer Tow Package where applicable. Heritage towing N/A. See dealer for details.
2026 Bronco Sport — key specs by trim
| Spec | Big Bend | Heritage | Outer Banks | Badlands |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L EcoBoost® | 1.5L EcoBoost® | 1.5L EcoBoost® | 2.0L EcoBoost® |
| Drive System | Standard 4x4 | Standard 4x4 | Standard 4x4 | Advanced 4x4 |
| Suspension | HOSS 1.0 | HOSS 1.0 | HOSS 1.0 | HOSS 2.0 |
| G.O.A.T. Modes® | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 + Diff Lock |
| Cluster Display | 8" | 8" | 8" | 12.3" |
| Fuel Economy | 25 city / 30 hwy | 25 city / 30 hwy | 25 city / 30 hwy | — |
| Ground Clearance | 7.8 in | 7.8 in | 7.8 in | 7.8 in |
| Towing Capacity | Up to 2,200 lbs* | N/A | Up to 2,200 lbs* | Up to 2,200 lbs* |
| Heated Seats | Optional | Optional | ✓ Standard | ✓ Standard |
| Trail Control™ | — | — | — | ✓ Standard |
*Towing requires Class II Trailer Tow Package where applicable. Heritage towing N/A. EPA-estimated fuel economy for 1.5L EcoBoost® trims. Badlands fuel economy not confirmed at time of publication. Actual mileage will vary.
2026 Bronco Sport engine and drivetrain
The 2026 Bronco Sport uses two EcoBoost® engines across the lineup. The 1.5L EcoBoost® powers Big Bend, Heritage, and Outer Banks — paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and Standard 4x4. The 2.0L EcoBoost® is exclusive to the Badlands and pairs with an 8-speed automatic with SelectShift® and Paddle Shifters and Advanced 4x4 with Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit.
The 2.0L engine is not an upgrade option on any other trim — if that engine matters to you, Badlands is the only path to it in the 2026 Bronco Sport lineup. Both engines use an 8-speed automatic transmission and share a 3.80 final drive ratio.
2026 Bronco Sport off-road capability
Every 2026 Bronco Sport comes with real off-road hardware — not just a badge. Standard equipment across all trims includes 4x4, off-road tuned suspension, and G.O.A.T. Modes®. The Badlands adds the most capable off-road package in the standard lineup: HOSS 2.0 suspension, Advanced 4x4, Trail Control™ with Trail One-Pedal Drive, and standard steel underbody protection covering the engine, fuel tank, and lower bash plate.
The available Sasquatch® packages — Sasquatch® Outer Banks® Package (67A) and Sasquatch® Badlands® Package (67B) — take capability even further with High Clearance Fender Flares, larger All-Terrain tires, and on the Badlands, HOSS 3.0 with Bilstein® Position Sensitive rear dampers.
2026 Bronco Sport technology and safety
Standard technology on every 2026 Bronco Sport includes SYNC® 4 with a 13.2" center touchscreen, Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ compatibility, Alexa Built-in, a 5G modem, over-the-air software updates, and SiriusXM with 360L (3-month trial). The Ford Connectivity Package — Unlimited Wi-Fi® Hotspot, Audio and Video Streaming, Voice Assistant, and Entertainment — is included for one year on all trims and requires activation via the Ford app.
Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ is standard on all trims and includes Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering, BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection, Lane-Keeping System, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Rear Parking Sensors, and Rear View Camera. The Badlands and Outer Banks with the Sasquatch® package step up to Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist 2.0, adding a 360-Degree Camera with Trail View, Front Parking Sensors, and Reverse Brake Assist.
Notable 2026 Bronco Sport packages and options
The 2026 Bronco Sport has one of the most robust package menus in the small SUV segment. Here are the most significant ones to know:
- Black Diamond Off-Road Package (67C) — Big Bend only. Adds Pro Power Onboard™ 400W, front brush guard with recovery hooks, black MIC bumpers, Class II Trailer Tow Package, underbody skid plate, 17" Carbonized Gray wheels, and All-Terrain tires.
- Bronze Package (60F) — Big Bend only. New for 2026. Adds Bronze badges, body color door handles, Bronze fender vent, black roof, sport contour premium seats with Bronze stitching, all-weather floor liners with Bronze accents, and 17" Sinister Bronze-painted wheels.
- Bronze + Black Diamond Off-Road Package (60H) — Big Bend only. New for 2026. Combines the Bronze Package styling with All-Terrain tires.
- Sasquatch® Outer Banks® Package (67A) — Outer Banks only. Adds HOSS 2.0 suspension, Advanced 4x4, Trail Control™ with Trail One-Pedal Drive, 12.3" cluster display, Pro Power Onboard™ 400W, High Clearance Fender Flares, and larger All-Terrain tires. Requires Outer Banks Tech Package.
- Sasquatch® Badlands® Package (67B) — Badlands only. Upgrades to HOSS 3.0 with Bilstein® Position Sensitive rear dampers, adds High Clearance Fender Flares, 850W engine cooling fan, and 17" Ebony Black wheels with P235/65R17 All-Terrain tires.
- Convenience Package (96P) — Big Bend and Heritage. Adds LED fog lamps, 8-way power driver seat, heated front seats, premium-wrapped steering wheel, and liftgate flood light.
Go deeper — 2026 Bronco Sport topic guides
We've built a full series of guides covering every major decision point for 2026 Bronco Sport shoppers. Each one goes deep on a specific topic so you can research at your own pace:
- 2026 Bronco Sport Trim Levels Explained — Big Bend, Heritage, Outer Banks, and Badlands compared
- 2026 Bronco Sport Off-Road Capability — G.O.A.T. Modes, Badlands, and Sasquatch explained
- Ford Escape Discontinued? Why the 2026 Bronco Sport Is the Natural Next Step
- 2026 Bronco Sport SYNC 4, Ford Connectivity Package, and Technology Guide
- 2026 Bronco Sport in Minnesota Winter — 4x4, HOSS Suspension, and Cold Weather Capability
- Ford Bronco Sport vs. Ford Explorer — Which One Is Right for Your Family?
2026 Bronco Sport — Key Takeaways
- Four trims for 2026: Big Bend, Heritage, Outer Banks, and Badlands. Free Wheeling discontinued.
- Standard 4x4 on every trim — no FWD available anywhere in the lineup
- 2.0L EcoBoost® is exclusive to the Badlands — not available on any other trim
- Big Bend, Heritage, and Outer Banks: 25 city / 30 hwy EPA estimated (1.5L EcoBoost®)
- Wireless Charging Pad and Universal Garage Door Opener removed for 2026
- Ford Connectivity Package and Ford Security Package now standard on all trims for 1 year
- Heritage towing is N/A — no tow package available on that trim
Frequently Asked Questions
What trims does the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport come in?
The 2026 Bronco Sport is available in four trims: Big Bend, Heritage, Outer Banks, and Badlands. The Free Wheeling trim has been discontinued for 2026.
Does the 2026 Bronco Sport have wireless charging?
No. Wireless charging has been removed from the 2026 Bronco Sport lineup entirely. It is not available on any trim for the 2026 model year.
What is the difference between the 2026 Bronco Sport Big Bend and Badlands?
The Badlands is built on a meaningfully different mechanical platform than the Big Bend. Key differences: the Badlands gets the exclusive 2.0L EcoBoost® engine, Advanced 4x4 with Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit, HOSS 2.0 suspension, Trail Control™ with Trail One-Pedal Drive, 7 G.O.A.T. Modes® plus Differential Lock, standard steel underbody protection, leather-trimmed seats, and a 12.3" digital cluster display. The Big Bend runs the 1.5L EcoBoost® with Standard 4x4 and HOSS 1.0 suspension.
Is the 2026 Bronco Sport good in Minnesota winters?
Yes. Every 2026 Bronco Sport comes standard with 4x4 and includes a Slippery G.O.A.T. Mode® specifically tuned for snow and ice. The Badlands adds HOSS 2.0 suspension and Advanced 4x4 with Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit for additional traction control on demanding winter surfaces. All trims also include Ford Co-Pilot360® Assist+ with Automatic Emergency Braking and Rear Parking Sensors as standard safety equipment.
Where can I buy a 2026 Ford Bronco Sport near Hutchinson, MN?
Jay Malone Ford carries the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport at 1165 Highway 7 West in Hutchinson, MN. We serve buyers from Hutchinson, Willmar, Litchfield, Glencoe, Waconia, and communities across central Minnesota. If we don't have your exact configuration in stock, we'll locate it — and we never charge extra to do it. Call us at (320) 587-4748 or browse inventory online.