Compare The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport® Big Bend® vs Badlands® - Buford, GA

    
2026 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend vs 2026 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands

Ford Bronco Sport® Big Bend®

  • Standard Engine1.5L I-3
  • Horsepower181 hp
  • MPG (city/hwy) *25 / 30
  • Seats5
  • Heated SeatsOptional
  • NavigationN/A

Ford Bronco Sport® Badlands®

  • Standard Engine2.0L I-4
  • Horsepower250 hp
  • MPG (city/hwy) *21 / 27
  • Seats5
  • Heated SeatsStandard
  • NavigationOptional

Specs at a Glance

For those seeking an SUV that handles the transition from pavement to trail with ease, the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is an excellent candidate. The Big Bend and Badlands trims each offer unique features tailored to different levels of utility. Both models ensure that your next journey is backed by legendary Bronco capability.

Performance

The 2026 Bronco Sport Big Bend utilizes a 1.5-liter three-cylinder engine producing 180 horsepower, making it a versatile choice for many drivers. The Badlands model is equipped with a 2-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 250 horsepower. Standard all-wheel drive is found on the Big Bend, while the Badlands utilizes an advanced 4x4 all-wheel drivetrain.

Technical highlights of the Badlands include an off-road-tuned suspension with a lift and protective steel skid plates. A twin-clutch rear drive unit is also standard, providing enhanced torque management. The Big Bend features five G.O.A.T. modes for terrain management, which is expanded to seven modes in the Badlands to include Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl.

Appearance

Exterior design differences between the trims allow for personal expression. The Badlands features a shadow-black roof as standard, whereas the Big Bend offers a body-color roof (with shadow-black as an option). Both vehicles utilize carbonized black grilles with white lettering. In the Big Bend, drivers can choose body-color door handles and alternate grille finishes, such as ebony-black with bronze-colored BRONCO lettering.

Features

Every 2026 Bronco Sport Big Bend and Badlands comes with the Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 suite of safety tech. The Badlands enhances this with front parking sensors and a trail view camera system. Inside the cabin, the Big Bend is equipped with an 8-inch digital display, while the Badlands features a 12.3-inch cluster. Comfort is elevated in the Badlands with standard dual-zone climate control and leather-trimmed heated seating.

If you are interested in seeing the 2026 Bronco Sport in person, visit Mall of Georgia Ford for a walkthrough of these trims.

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Current Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for base vehicle. Excludes destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included. Starting A/X/Z Plan price is for qualified, eligible customers and excludes document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A/X/Z Plan.

* EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.

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