2026 Ford Bronco: What’s New, Trims, Specs, and Capability
The 2026 Ford Bronco adds Avalanche Gray as a new exterior color and extends the SiriusXM with 360L trial option to 3 years. That puts it a step ahead of the 2025 model on both style and connectivity, with the same proven 300 hp EcoBoost engine. This page covers every trim, spec, and capability update, with Bronco inventory available at Fillback locations across Wisconsin.
What’s New for 2026
Avalanche Gray is the headline addition for 2026, giving buyers a fourth color option alongside Wimbledon White, Ruby Red Metallic, and Shadow Black. The Matte Black Wrap hood and swing gate treatment, previously seen only on the Stroppe Edition, continues as a bold visual marker on that trim. On the tech side, the SiriusXM with 360L 3-year plan is now available across the entire trim lineup as an option, up from the standard 3-month trial included on every model. The Ford Connectivity Package also continues with 1 year of included service, and a 7-year extended plan is available on every trim.
The Raptor gains a standard full display rearview mirror and unique heavy-duty full-vehicle steel bash plates for 2026, reinforcing its position as the most capable production Bronco. The Heritage Edition continues with its Atlas Blue-painted hard top and signature 17-inch white wheels. The Stroppe Edition retains its HOSS 2.0 system with Bilstein Position Sensitive Dampers as standard equipment.
Trim Lineup
The 2026 Bronco lineup runs nine trims, available in 2-door and 4-door configurations depending on the trim. Starting MSRP begins at $40,795 for the Base 4-Door 4×4.
Base
Available in both 2-door and 4-door configurations, the Base starts with the 2.3L EcoBoost, 7-speed manual, SYNC 4 with 12-inch display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12-inch digital instrument cluster, and standard Pre-Collision Assist. The 10-speed automatic is available.
Big Bend
The 4-door Big Bend adds a leather-wrapped steering wheel, optional BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, Marine Grade Vinyl seating option, optional heated front seats, and a standard soft top with hard top prep kit. Several appearance packages are available, including the Free Wheeling Package with an iconic silver-painted grille and red accents.
Outer Banks
The Outer Banks steps up to standard leather-trimmed seating, 10-speed automatic transmission, standard BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert, standard lane keeping system, standard remote start, and 18-inch Bright Machined Black aluminum wheels. Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control is standard.
Badlands
Available in 2-door and 4-door, the Badlands upgrades to Advanced 4×4 with automatic on-demand engagement, HOSS 2.0 with Bilstein Position Sensitive Dampers, standard electronic-locking front and rear axles, and the full 7 G.O.A.T. Modes, including Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl. Ground clearance reaches 10.5 inches. Standard washout-capable rubberized flooring with drain plugs is a practical standout for Wisconsin trail use.
Heritage Edition
The Heritage Edition 4-door runs HOSS 2.0, standard Sasquatch Package, plaid cloth seating, unique 17-inch white wheels, and the Atlas Blue-painted hard top. Heritage bodyside graphics and an Oxford White-painted hard top option round out the retro-styled package.
Stroppe Edition
The Stroppe Edition 4-door brings HOSS 2.0 with Bilstein PSD as standard, the 2.7L twin-turbo V6 (standard), matte black hood and swing gate wrap, standard B&O 12-speaker sound system, and standard Lux Package content. Water fording depth reaches 33.5 inches.
Raptor
The Raptor 4-door is the performance flagship. It runs the 3.0L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 rated at 418 hp on premium fuel, HOSS 4.0 with FOX Live Valve 3.1 semi-active shocks, a 47.2-degree approach angle, 13.1 inches of ground clearance, and a maximum towing capacity of 4,500 lbs. The 12-inch SYNC 4 display, 360-degree camera, B&O sound system, and full display rearview mirror are standard. Water fording depth reaches 37 inches.
Performance and Powertrain
The standard engine across the Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, Heritage Edition, and Stroppe Edition is the 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, producing 300 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel (275 hp / 315 lb-ft on regular fuel). The 7-speed manual transmission is standard on the Base, Big Bend, Badlands, and Heritage Edition. The 10-speed automatic is standard on the Outer Banks and Stroppe Edition and available on all others.
The available 2.7L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 delivers 410 hp and 415 lb-ft on premium fuel and pairs exclusively with the 10-speed automatic. It is available on Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, and Heritage Edition, and it is standard on the Stroppe Edition.
The Raptor’s exclusive 3.0L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 produces 418 hp and 440 lb-ft on premium fuel and uses the 10-speed automatic.
EPA fuel economy for the 2.3L EcoBoost is rated at 18 city / 22 highway / 20 combined mpg. The 2.7L and 3.0L engines were not rated at time of release.
EPA fuel economy ratings for the 2026 Ford Bronco
All Broncos run on a 4×4 drivetrain. Base, Big Bend, and entry Badlands trims use part-time selectable 4×4. Badlands Advanced, Heritage Edition, Stroppe Edition, and Raptor use Advanced 4×4 with automatic on-demand engagement. The suspension system also scales by trim, running from HOSS 1.0 on the Base through HOSS 4.0 on the Raptor.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The 4-door Bronco seats 5 and provides 33.3 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row and up to 77.6 cubic feet with the rear seats folded (hard top). With the soft top, cargo space behind the second row grows to 38.3 cubic feet. Second-row leg room measures 36.3 inches on the 4-door.
Base and Big Bend trims use cloth seating. The Outer Banks moves to leather-trimmed seats with standard 10-way power driver and 8-way power passenger adjustment (4-door with leather). The Badlands uses Marine Grade Vinyl, which pairs with the standard washout-capable rubberized flooring. The Stroppe Edition adds unique vinyl seating with Code Orange stitching, and the Heritage Edition uses plaid cloth.
The Raptor comes with unique Raptor-branded floor liners, front and rear, along with a leather gear shift knob and Code Orange seat belt option. The full display rearview mirror is standard on the Raptor.
Every trim includes dual USB-C and USB-A charging ports in the rear, an acoustic windshield, a 12-inch LCD digital instrument cluster, and illuminated sliding visor vanity mirrors (Big Bend and above). The optional Pro Power Onboard 400W outlet is available from Big Bend up and standard on the Outer Banks, Stroppe, and Raptor.
Removable doors and top panels are standard across the entire lineup, and the available tube door option lets buyers open up the sides further on Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, Heritage Edition, and Raptor trims.
Technology and Infotainment
Every 2026 Bronco runs SYNC 4 with a 12-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with swipe capability. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across all trims. The 4G modem is also standard, enabling the included 1-year Ford Connectivity Package with unlimited Wi-Fi hotspot and audio/video streaming.
The standard audio system is a 7-speaker AM/FM setup with subwoofer on all trims except the Raptor. The optional B&O Sound System by Bang and Olufsen adds 12 speakers with a subwoofer and is standard on the Stroppe Edition and Raptor.
SiriusXM with 360L comes standard with a 3-month trial on every trim, with the 3-year plan available as an option across the entire lineup for 2026. Connected voice-activated navigation with a 1-year trial subscription is standard on the Outer Banks, Heritage Edition, and Raptor and optional on Big Bend and Badlands.
The available 360-degree camera is optional on Outer Banks and Badlands and standard on the Stroppe Edition and Raptor. Adaptive cruise control is optional on Outer Banks and Badlands and standard on the Raptor and Heritage Edition.
Safety and Driver Assistance
Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection is standard on all trims. Every Bronco also includes AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control, Hill Start Assist, and trailer sway control as standard equipment.
Blind-Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert is optional on Base and Big Bend and standard from Outer Banks up. Lane-keeping assistance is optional on Big Bend and Badlands and standard on Outer Banks, Heritage Edition, Stroppe, and Raptor. Evasive Steering Assist is optional on Outer Banks and standard on the Raptor and Heritage Edition.
Hill Descent Control is standard on manual-transmission trims. Trail Turn Assist and Ford Trail Control require the 10-speed automatic and are available or standard from Outer Banks up. Front parking sensors are optional on Outer Banks and Badlands and standard on the Raptor.
The Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology Package is optional on Big Bend and Badlands and standard on Outer Banks, Heritage Edition, Stroppe, and Raptor. Every Bronco includes a rear-view camera, full-size spare with individual TPMS, Safety Canopy side-curtain airbags, and the Personal Safety System as standard.
Who It’s For vs. the Prior Year
The 2026 Bronco is the right choice for buyers who want a capable, body-on-frame 4×4 SUV that can handle Wisconsin backroads, trails near Prairie du Chien, muddy two-tracks outside Highland, or weekend overlanding out of Richland Center, and still function as a daily driver during the week. The removable doors and top, along with GOAT Modes standard on every trim, mean the Bronco delivers an open-air off-road experience that no crossover can match.
Compared to the 2025 model, the 2026 gains Avalanche Gray, the extended 3-year SiriusXM trial option, and continued refinement across the Raptor and Stroppe trims. Buyers choosing between the two years will find the 2026 delivers more value on connectivity with no change to the core pricing structure. The powertrain, dimensions, and capability specs carry forward unchanged, which means proven reliability with a fresh option set.
The 4-door Base is the most accessible entry point. Buyers who need serious trail hardware without the Raptor’s price should look at the Badlands. Those wanting a turnkey trail-ready package should step up to the Heritage Edition or Stroppe Edition. The Raptor stands alone for buyers who want maximum factory performance.
Find Your 2026 Bronco at Fillback in Wisconsin
Fillback Family of Dealerships sells Ford across Prairie du Chien, Highland, and Richland Center. Whether you are starting with the Base or building out a Raptor, the team can walk you through every trim, package, and option available on the 2026 Bronco.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is new on the 2026 Ford Bronco?
Avalanche Gray is a new exterior color for 2026, and the SiriusXM with 360L 3-year plan is now available as an option across all trims, up from a standard 3-month trial only in prior years.
What engines are available on the 2026 Ford Bronco?
Three engines are available. The 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 is standard on most trims and produces 300 hp on premium fuel. The 2.7L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6, producing 410 hp on premium, is available on several mid-range trims and standard on the Stroppe Edition. The 3.0L twin-turbo EcoBoost V6, rated at 418 hp on premium, is exclusive to the Raptor.
How many trims does the 2026 Ford Bronco come in?
Nine trims are available: Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Badlands, Heritage Edition, Stroppe Edition, and Raptor, with 2-door and 4-door configurations depending on trim.
What is the towing capacity of the 2026 Ford Bronco?
Most 2026 Bronco configurations tow up to 3,500 lbs with the Class II Trailer Tow Package. The Raptor with the 3.0L EcoBoost V6 tows up to 4,500 lbs.
Does the 2026 Ford Bronco have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on every 2026 Ford Bronco trim.
What is the ground clearance on the 2026 Ford Bronco?
Ground clearance varies by trim. The Base 4-door starts at 8.4 inches. The Badlands reaches 10.5 inches. The Raptor provides 13.1 inches of ground clearance.
What G.O.A.T. Modes does the 2026 Bronco offer?
Every 2026 Bronco includes 5 G.O.A.T. Modes: Normal, Eco, Sport, Slippery, and Sand. Badlands and above add Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl for a total of 7 modes.
Where can I shop for a 2026 Ford Bronco near me in Wisconsin?
Fillback Family of Dealerships offers Ford vehicles at locations in Prairie du Chien, Highland, and Richland Center, Wisconsin. Inventory is available online or in person at any Fillback Ford location.
