If you’re looking for a powerful yet comfortable off-roading vehicle that won’t break the bank, there are plenty of options out there. The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport is one popular SUV option you may want to consider. Let’s see how it stacks up between a powerful rival, the 2024 Jeep Compass.
Key Takeaways:
- There haven’t been too many changes to the Bronco Sport in 2024, but Ford has added the colorful and retro Free Wheeling trim.
- The Jeep Compass has seen even less changes, aside from a redesigned front grille insert. Except bigger changes in 2025.
- The Bronco Sport has more engine options—two to the Jeep Compass’s one.
- Both models offer five trim options and both are very reasonably priced for buyers on a budget!
What Changes Have Been Made to the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport?
There have only been minor changes for the Bronco Sport and Jeep Compass this year. As they did with the Bronco, Ford dropped the base trim making the Big Bend the new entry trim for the Sport. Ford has added the new Free Wheeling trim to its Bronco Sport lineup. It’s a colorful appearance package from the 70’s and features 17-inch wheels with red accents, a silver grille, and a reflective sunset graphic. Two new paint colors have also been introduced—Azure Gray and Desert Sand.
The 2024 Compass doesn't have many changes, aside from changes to its front grille insert. One trim, the Trailhawk, also gets new all-terrain tires.
What Engines Are Available For the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport?
The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport features an 8-speed automatic transmission as its only option. Two engine choices are available depending on the trim:
- 1.5L EcoBoost engine generating 181 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque.
- 2.0L EcoBoost engine, standard for the Badlands trim delivering 250 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque
The 2024 Jeep Compass also has an 8-speed automatic transmission. It only offers one engine, the 2.0L I4 DOHC DI Turbo, which produces 200 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque.
How Much Does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Cost?
Both the Bronco Sport and Jeep Compass are very reasonably priced. There are five Bronco Sport trims with the follow starting MSRPs:
- Big Bend: $29,795
- Heritage: $32,365
- Free Wheeling: $32,395
- Outer Banks: $33,935
- Badlands: $38,390
The Big Bend is now the base model for the Bronco Sport. It’s perfect for those who want to take some time off the trail to set up camp with its liftgate, floodlights and bottle opener. The Bronco Sport has five G.O.A.T modes for offroading fun—Normal, Eco, Sport, Slippery, and Sand. Badlands and specialty trims also feature Mud and Ruts and Rock Crawl modes.
The 2024 Jeep Compass also has five trims. They are available at the following starting prices:
- Sport: $25,900
- Latitude: $30,765
- Latitude Lux: $32,590
- Limited: $33,745
- Trailhawk: $33,895
The Sport features the following perks from the Sport trim on up: 17-inch painted fine silver aluminum wheels, an advanced safety suite featuring forward collision warning and blind spot monitoring with rear cross path detection and remote keyless entry.
Is the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Better Than the Jeep Compass?
While the Jeep Compass is a quality vehicle and a formidable rival, the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport has slightly more options and more standard features than ever before. If you’re still not sure, and you want to know more about the Sport or schedule a test drive, stop by Banner Ford today! You’ll be glad you looked at this capable SUV!