New 2026 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend

* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.

• Reliability (4)
  4 out of 5 stars
  Ford's recent reliability ratings for the Bronco Sport have been generally positive. While it's still a relatively new model, early indications suggest good build quality and fewer issues than some competitors. Owners report satisfaction with its durability in various conditions.
• Maintenance (4)
  4 out of 5 stars
  Maintenance costs for the Bronco Sport Big Bend are expected to be in line with the compact SUV segment. Routine services are straightforward, and parts are readily available through Ford dealerships and aftermarket suppliers. The focus on ruggedness suggests good long-term durability, potentially reducing unscheduled repairs.
• Technology (4)
  4 out of 5 stars
  The Big Bend trim provides a good suite of technology features. The 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is user-friendly and responsive. Standard safety features like blind-spot monitoring and lane-keeping assist are welcome additions. The available tech upgrades are also well-integrated.
• Comfort (3)
  3 out of 5 stars
  Comfort is decent for a compact SUV focused on utility. The seats are supportive, and the ride is generally smooth on most surfaces. However, road noise can be noticeable at highway speeds, and the cabin materials, while durable, aren't the most premium. Rear-seat space is adequate for most passengers.
• Dynamics (4)
  4 out of 5 stars
  The Bronco Sport Big Bend offers a capable and engaging driving experience for its class. It handles well on paved roads and excels when venturing off-road, thanks to its standard 4x4 system and G.O.A.T. Modes. Steering is responsive, and the suspension strikes a good balance between comfort and capability, though it can feel a bit firm on rougher surfaces.

• Convenience:

  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Automatic Climate Control
  • Parking Sensors

• Entertainment:

  • Bluetooth
  • Satellite Radio

• Exterior:

  • Heated Mirrors
  • Tinted Windows

• Safety:

  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Autonomous Braking
  • Backup Camera
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Collision Avoidance
  • Cross Traffic Alert
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assistance
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring

• Technology:

  • Android Auto
  • Navigation

• Air Conditioning

  • Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
  • Front air conditioning zones: single
  • Rear vents: second row
  • Humidity/dewpoint sensors
  • Air filtration

• Airbags

  • Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
  • Side airbags: front
  • Knee airbags: driver
  • Front airbags: dual
  • Side curtain airbags: front
  • Side curtain airbags: rear

• Audio System

  • Radio: voice operated
  • Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth
  • Radio: touch screen display
  • Antenna type: diversity
  • Antenna type: mast
  • Total speakers: 6
  • Radio: AM/FM
  • Radio data system
  • Speed sensitive volume control
  • Auxiliary audio input: USB
  • Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone
  • Satellite radio: SiriusXM

• Brakes

  • Rear brake type: disc
  • Emergency braking preparation
  • Front brake type: ventilated disc
  • Braking assist
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution
  • ABS: 4-wheel
  • Power brakes
  • Electronic parking brake: auto off

• Comfort Features

  • Floor mat material: carpet
  • Interior accents: metallic-tone
  • Armrests: rear folding
  • Armrests: rear center with cupholders
  • Floor mats: front
  • Floor material: carpet
  • Floor material: cargo area carpet
  • Steering wheel trim: urethane

• Convenience Features

  • Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
  • Autonomous lane guidance: lane centering
  • Power outlet(s): USB-C front
  • Cupholders: front
  • Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Power outlet(s): 12V cargo area
  • One-touch windows: 1
  • Reading lights: front
  • Power steering: variable/speed-proportional
  • Cargo area light
  • Multi-function remote: panic alarm
  • Power windows: lockout button
  • Courtesy lights: door
  • Overhead console: front
  • Steering wheel mounted controls: audio
  • Rearview mirror: manual day/night
  • Push-button start
  • Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
  • Reading lights: rear
  • Power outlet(s): 12V front
  • Assist handle: passenger side
  • Assist handle: rear
  • Center console: front console with armrest and storage
  • Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise control
  • Steering wheel mounted controls: phone
  • Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function
  • Storage: front seatback
  • Storage: dual level cargo area
  • Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
  • Storage: sunglasses holder
  • Storage: door pockets
  • Multi-function remote: proximity entry system
  • Cupholders: rear
  • Steering wheel mounted controls: voice control
  • Capless fuel filler system
  • Storage: accessory hook
  • Multi-function remote: trunk release

• Drivetrain

  • Drive mode selector
  • Axle ratio: 3.8
  • 4WD type: on demand

• Engine

  • Auto start/stop
  • Battery saver
  • Auxiliary oil cooler
  • Battery: maintenance-free

• Exterior Features

  • Active grille shutters
  • Exhaust tip color: metallic
  • Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
  • Door handle color: black
  • Mirror color: black
  • Grille color: black
  • Fender lip moldings: black
  • Exhaust: dual tip
  • Front bumper color: black
  • Window trim: black
  • Rear bumper color: black
  • Rocker panel color: black

• In Car Entertainment

  • Connected in-car apps: Google POIs
  • Connected in-car apps: Google search
  • Infotainment: SYNC
  • Connected in-car apps: app marketplace integration
  • Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa
  • Smartphone integration: wireless Apple CarPlay
  • Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto
  • Infotainment screen size: 13.2 in.

• Instrumentation

  • Warnings and reminders: low battery
  • Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in.
  • Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
  • Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning
  • Clock
  • Gauge: tachometer
  • Compass
  • Digital odometer
  • External temperature display
  • Multi-function display
  • Fuel economy display: MPG
  • Fuel economy display: range
  • Warnings and reminders: low oil level
  • Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
  • Warnings and reminders: low washer fluid
  • Warnings and reminders: maintenance due
  • Trip odometer

• Lights

  • Daytime running lights
  • Taillights: LED
  • Headlights: auto high beam dimmer
  • Exterior entry lights: approach lamps
  • Headlights: LED
  • Headlights: wiper activated
  • Headlights: auto delay off
  • Headlights: auto on/off

• Mirrors

  • Side mirror adjustments: power
  • Side mirror adjustments: manual folding
  • Side mirrors: heated

• Roof

  • Roof rails: black

• Safety

  • Rearview monitor: in dash
  • Cross traffic alert: rear
  • Driver attention alert system
  • Pre-collision warning system: audible warning
  • Pre-collision warning system: visual warning
  • Lane keeping assist
  • Check rear seat reminder
  • Automatic emergency braking: rear
  • Pre-collision warning system: pedestrian detection
  • Automatic emergency braking: front pedestrian
  • Automatic emergency braking: front
  • Impact sensor: post-collision safety system
  • Child safety door locks
  • Child seat anchors: LATCH system
  • Impact sensor: door unlock
  • Camera system: rearview
  • Parking sensors: rear
  • Blind spot safety: sensor/alert
  • Lane deviation sensors
  • Impact sensor: alert system
  • Crumple zones: front

• Seatbelts

  • Seatbelt pretensioners: front
  • Seatbelt pretensioners: rear
  • Seatbelt force limiters: front
  • Emergency locking retractors: rear
  • Seatbelt warning sensor: front
  • Rear seatbelts: 3-point
  • Front seatbelts: 3-point
  • Emergency locking retractors: front

• Seats

  • Driver seat manual adjustments: height
  • Rear headrests: 3
  • Driver seat manual adjustments: 6
  • Passenger seat manual adjustments: 4
  • Rear seat folding: split
  • Front headrests: 2
  • Front seat type: bucket
  • Upholstery: premium cloth
  • Rear seat type: 60-40 split bench
  • Rear headrests: adjustable
  • Rear seat folding: flat
  • Front headrests: adjustable
  • Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining
  • Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining

• Security

  • Anti-theft system: alarm
  • Anti-theft system: vehicle immobilizer
  • Anti-theft system: perimeter alarm
  • Power door locks: auto-locking

• Stability and Traction

  • Stability control
  • Traction control
  • Hill holder control
  • Roll stability control

• Steering

  • Steering ratio: 16.2

• Suspension

  • Rear shock type: monotube
  • Front suspension classification: independent
  • Rear suspension classification: independent
  • Front struts: MacPherson
  • Rear suspension type: short and long arm
  • Rear spring type: coil
  • Front spring type: coil
  • Front suspension type: lower control arms
  • Tuned suspension: off-road
  • Front stabilizer bar: diameter 27 mm
  • Rear stabilizer bar: diameter 23 mm
  • Front shock type: twin-tube gas

• Telematics

  • Electronic messaging assistance: with read function
  • Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated
  • Wi-Fi: hotspot
  • Smart device app function: vehicle location
  • Driver assistance app: roadside assistance
  • Smart device app function: maintenance status
  • Smart device app function: lock operation
  • Smart device app function: horn/light operation
  • Smart device app compatibility: FordPass Connect
  • Smart device app function: engine start
  • Smart device app function: security event/collision alert
  • Smart device app compatibility: Amazon Alexa
  • Wireless data link: Bluetooth
  • Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
  • Navigation system: touch screen display
  • Navigation data: real time traffic
  • Navigation system: voice operated

• Tires and Rims

  • Tire type: all season
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Wheels: painted aluminum alloy
  • Spare tire kit: tire sealant
  • Spare tire kit: inflator kit

• Windows

  • Rear wiper: intermittent
  • Liftgate window: manual flip-up
  • Window defogger: rear
  • Front wipers: variable intermittent
  • Power windows: safety reverse
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Rear wiper: auto-on in reverse
  • Solar-tinted glass
  • Rear wiper: with washer
  • Laminated glass: acoustic windshield

• Seating:

  • Seating Rows:2
  • Standard Seating:5
  • Max Seating:5
  • Head Room (front):41.5in.
  • Leg Room (front):42.4in.
  • Shoulder Room (front):57.3in.
  • Hip Room (front):55.2in.
  • Head Room (rear):41.7in.
  • Leg Room (rear):36.9in.
  • Shoulder Room (rear):55.6in.
  • Hip Room (rear):53.4in.

• Measurements:

  • Length:173in.
  • Width:82.2in.
  • Height:70.4in.
  • Ground Clearance:7.8in.
  • Wheelbase:105.1in.
  • Front Track:63.4in.
  • Rear Track:62.8in.

• Interior Dimensions:

  • Interior Volume:138.1cuft
  • Passenger Volume:105.6cuft
  • Cargo Volume:32.5cuft
  • Cargo Volume (rear seats down):65.2cuft

• Weight:

  • Curb Weight:3,458lbs
  • Gross Weight:4,680lbs
  • Gross Combined Weight:5,860lbs

• Wheels & Tires:

  • Wheel Diameter:17.0 x 7.0in.
  • Wheel Diameter (rear):17.0 x 7.0in.
  • Tire:225/65R17 102H
  • Tire (rear):225/65R17 102H

• Performance:

  • Power to Weight Ratio:19.21lbs/hp
  • Angle of Approach:22.1degree
  • Angle of Departure:30.8degree
  • Turning Circle:37.4ft.
  • Breakover Angle:18.6degree
  • Max Payload:1,222lbs
  • Max Towing Capacity:2,200lbs

• Fuel Tank:

  • Fuel Tank Volume:15.7gallon