The Bronco Sport won't see a major redesign for 2026, but Ford is fine-tuning specific appearance options on this compact SUV and making other minor adjustments for the new model year. Here's what we know so far about features in the 2026 Bronco Sport lineup.
Key Takeaways
- Ford markets the Bronco Sport as the smaller Bronco in the lineup, even though its platform is more closely related to the Ford Escape.
- Pricing for the 2026 Bronco Sport ranges from $33,840 to $42,260 as of November 27, 2025.
- There is no firm release date for the Bronco Sport as of this writing--early 2026 appears to be its likely debut.
Updates and Pricing for the 2026 Bronco Sport
The main update for 2026 is the Bronze package, which is available on both the Big Bend and Badlands trims. It brings 17-inch bronze-finished wheels, matching exterior accents, and interior stitching designed to tie the look together. Heavy-duty floor liners are part of the package as well. Beyond that, the rest of the lineup continues with the same structure and gear as last year.
Pricing for the 2026 trims is as follows:
- Big Bend: $33,840
- Heritage: $36,140
- Outer Banks: $38,940
- Badlands: $42,260
Bronco Sport Engine Power, Performance, and Towing for 2026
The Bronco Sport features the same engine options for 2026. All models come with all-wheel drive and use the Escape's platform. The base engine is a 180-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. A 250-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder is available for drivers who want stronger acceleration and a more responsive feel, and the larger engine includes steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
Off-road gear remains a key part of the trim differences. The Badlands trim with the Sasquatch package continues to be the most capable version, adding a torque-vectoring rear differential, a one-pedal off-road driving mode, and a 360-degree camera system. The Outer Banks also offers a Sasquatch package, though it leaves out a few of the Badlands-exclusive items. Even the Big Bend has available extra trail equipment through the Black Diamond package, which adds skid plates, a brush guard, and all-terrain tires.
Bronco Sport Towing and Fuel Economy
Bronco Sport models equipped with the 2.0-liter engine can tow up to 2,700 pounds. The standard 1.5-liter engine lowers that capacity to 2,200 pounds.
EPA fuel economy ratings aren't out yet for the new model year, but with no mechanical changes reported, the numbers should mirror 2025 results. The three-cylinder engine returned up to 25 mpg city, 30 mpg highway, and 27 mpg combined, while the four-cylinder version came in at 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined.
Infotainment and Entertainment in the 2026 Bronco Sport
Every Bronco Sport comes with a 13.2-inch touchscreen that has crisp resolution, which is especially noticeable when using the backup camera. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is also standard. The Bronco Sport also supports Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, built-in navigation, and SiriusXM. The base audio system uses six speakers, while a 10-speaker B&O system is available on the Outer Banks and Badlands trims.
When Will the 2026 Bronco Sport Arrive?
Ford hasn't provided an official date, but all indications still point to early 2026 for the first arrivals. Once Ford releases the full specs and final details, the complete picture of the 2026 Bronco Sport should come into focus. Contact Banner Ford of Monroe today for more information!