The 2026 Ford Bronco celebrates 60 years of off-road adventure, delivering bold new styling and time-tested off-roading capabilities. What should you know before you order yours? Our buying guide answers your frequently asked questions about this midsize SUV!
Key Takeaways
- The limited-edition 60th Anniversary package offered smart, vintage-themed styling.
- Of the six Bronco trim models — Base, Big Bend, Heritage Edition, Outer Banks, Badlands, and Raptor — the one that’s right for handling your off-roading demands at a price you like!
- In the Bronco lineup, the Raptor delivers superlative power with its exclusive twin-turbo V6 engine.
- Ordering the perfect Bronco for your off-road adventures is absolutely worth the wait!
What’s new with the 2026 Ford Bronco?
For 2026, the Bronco celebrates six decades since its off-road debut with a special 60th Anniversary appearance package. Add it to your SUV for unique, retro-themed styling that pays homage to the original 1966 Bronco.
2026 Bronco 60th Anniversary Package Features
- 17-inch Gravity Gray aluminum-alloy wheels
- Ebony leather upholstery with Alpine leather inserts
- Bronco Red accents on instrument panels and grab handles
- 35-inch Goodyear rugged terrain tires with Vermilion Red center cap
- Two available exterior themes: Wimbledon White with matching roof or Ruby Red body with Wimbledon White roof
- Unique Warm Alloy-painted grille with Vermilion Red “BRONCO” lettering
- Vermilion Red body graphic
- Bronco 60th Anniversary badging
- Standard 2.3L EcoBoost engine or optional 2.7L EcoBoost V6
- Optional Sasquatch Package (including high-clearance suspension and electronic-locking differentials)
Which 2026 Ford Bronco is best?
It depends on what you want from your off-road-ready SUV! For 2026, the Bronco offers six main trim models: the Base, Big Bend, Heritage Edition, Outer Banks, Badlands, and Raptor. All come standard with adventurous four-wheel drive to help you tour the Northshore’s mix of pine forests, muddy trails, clay tracks, and rolling hills. You can climb the trim list for more comfort, tech, or performance gear — depending on which model you select!
Base
The entry-level Bronco puts a great price on rugged adventure!
- LED headlamps
- Digital instrument cluster
- SYNC 4 with 12-inch touchscreen
- Seven-speaker sound system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Terrain Management System with six G.O.A.T. Modes: Eco, Sport, Normal, Slippery, Sand/Snow
- Trail Turn Assist
- Automatic emergency braking
Big Bend
The Big Bend adds to the standard lineup with tech and comfort upgrades.
- Heated front seats
- Leather-wrapped shifter and steering wheel
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Remote start
- Blind-spot warning
- Lane-keeping assistance
Heritage Edition
This Bronco builds on the Big Bend lineup with 60s-themed styling and performance upgrades.
- Unique plaid cloth upholstery
- Underbody skid plates
- Heritage exterior graphics
- White hardtop
- White grille
- Unique bumpers and fenders
- Standard Sasquatch Package (includes 35-inch all-terrain tires, lifted suspension, electronically locking front and rear axles)
Outer Banks
This Bronco blends rugged capabilities with stylish comfort!
- Leather-trimmed upholstery
- Power-adjustable front seats
- Upgraded LED headlamps
- Body-color door handles, fender flares, and mirror caps
- Side-step rails
- All-terrain tires
- 10-speed automatic transmission only
Badlands
Travel further into the wild with the Bronco Badlands!
- 33-inch all-terrain tires
- Rock rails
- Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
- Underbody skid plates
- Terrain Management System with seven G.O.A.T. Modes: Eco, Normal, Mud/Ruts, Slippery, Sand/Snow, Rock Crawl, and Baja
Raptor
The top-tier Bronco impresses even seasoned off-road enthusiasts with its all-out capabilities.
- Fox shocks
- 37-inch all-terrain tires
- Heavy-duty rear axle
- Disconnecting front stabilizer bar
- Exclusive styling inside and out
- Standard Sasquatch Package
- Standard Lux Package (including Mid Package features, 10-speaker B&O sound system, and adaptive cruise control)
How powerful is the 2026 Ford Bronco? Does it offer a hybrid powertrain?
The new Bronco’s engine lineup carries over unchanged, in spite of any hybrid rumors you may have heard. (Earlier this summer, when Ford dropped a teaser for its Bronco New Energy EV and PHEV models, the Internet lit up with speculation. But not only do these models look more like they’re based on the smaller Bronco Sport, but they’re currently only available in China.) In any case, the strongest Bronco engine — the top-tier Raptor’s exclusive, 418-horsepower twin-turbo V6 — supplies more than enough kick to help you navigate tough terrain.
2026 Ford Bronco Powertrain Options
- 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 325 lb-ft of torque)
- Optional 2.7L EcoBoost turbo V6 (330 hp, 415 lb-ft)
- Raptor-specific 3.0L twin-turbo V6 (418 horsepower, 440 lb-ft of torque)
- Seven-speed manual transmission or optional 10-speed automatic transmission
- Stroppe Edition, Raptor: standard 10-speed automatic transmission
- Four-wheel drive
Is the 2026 Ford Bronco worth waiting for?
Holding out for the 2026 Bronco is absolutely worth the wait — especially if you’re shopping for a stylish 60th Anniversary model! Building and ordering your own Bronco is also a great idea for drivers with specific off-roading needs. In any case, order banks for the 2026 Bronco open October 2025! Call or text us at Banner Ford in Mandeville for more information on how you can drive home in the latest version of this adventurous SUV.