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Used 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

New cute ride for an older not so cute couple

Handy Gram, 08/21/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful

Only having this new vehicle about ten days now we can’t speak on all the great things this cute Bronco Sport has, except it starts quick, rides very smooth, has a nice interior, heated seats, nice stereo, cruise, power driver seat, has different goat modes for different types of driving conditions, has 4 cylinder automatic transmission and handles like it should. If you are used to a car type ride quiet and smooth the Bronco Sport comes close but it does feel a bit more like a small truck ride which we don’t mind at all having owned full size Broncos in the past so don’t be afraid to take one for a test drive, you will be very glad you did, whatever age you will enjoy its sporty ride!

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5 out of 5 stars

Love the Bronco

Jeff Small, 11/25/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful

Love the looks, the ride, the handling and the acceleration

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3 out of 5 stars

Noisy, computer issues & easily cracked windshiled

Adcd, 06/14/2024
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful

Bought a brand new Bronco Badland. First issue was its super noisy, I wish I would have test drove it more. Sounds like windows are open, the engine is also extremely noisy. Next my rear glass sensors were messed up and kept telling me my back was open, took the dealer a month to fix the issue and the issue still arises here and there. Ive had 3 broken windshields in 6 months! The car keyless entry pad has locked me out and totally failed several times now. Just a headache, traded it in at 6000 miles.

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1 out of 5 stars

It’s a lemon do not buy!

Phil, 12/10/2023
updated 08/07/2024
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
23 of 29 people found this review helpful

Update 8/2024: Now there’s two maybe more recalls on my bronco sport. The rear axle noise has returned and it’s non stop at speeds over 40 mph. Oh and FordPass is a pile of garbage so I can never remote start my car which has been terrible in the heat of summer. Ford customer service is useless and eventually I have to take my bronco in to get it serviced which will probably take forever give all the problems with it. Avoid this vehicle! What I like: Great visibility, sits high in traffic, especially for a smaller SUV. Outstanding turn radius, good for around town. Cabin is comfortable. The just above base trim (Big Bend) comes with plenty of bells and whistles and adding a package or two brings heated seats, better tires, etc., etc. Handles well in snow. Rear cargo space is impressive with back seats down. It’s a lot of fun to drive. Not so great: Tight backseat, although you can make it fit four people. I’ve seen reviews about rear end noise and I experienced this for the first 500 miles. The back cargo area is pretty poorly insulated (see: not at all), however my Bronco is quiet as can be now. Maybe it was just the newness wearing off. Hit or miss: Theres a bunch of different trims with all kinds of varying add ons. Some may like this for personalization some may find it irritating if you just want something standard.

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2023 Heritage Limited in ColdPlay Yellow

Tigger, 01/24/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Heritage Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 16 people found this review helpful

This is my 4th Bronco Sport as I had Big Bend, Badlands and then Outer Banks before this Heritage Limited. I have liked them all and for different reasons. The BB was a great value but still a great SUV that had off-road chops. The Badlands is a go anywhere SUV with few limitations. The Outer Banks had all the convenience while still being fun. And then the Heritage Limited put it all together for a stylish, fun, convenient, off-road vehicle.

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3 out of 5 stars

Noisy ride

Susan, 12/28/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful

I love the Escape but thought I would try the Bronco sport. While driving it sounds like the window is open or cracked, but it’s not. The doors/windows make the ride noisy. Next, when you open the doors the dew or water falls on the seats getting them wet. The back seat leg room is so much smaller than the escape. It does not have auto rear opening for the hatch. What is nice about the Bronco sport is the riding modes. I prefer the ECO mode save gas. The rear mat is nice and protects back seats. All in all I will go back to the Escape next time.

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5 out of 5 stars

Miss Spicy

Janie B, 03/16/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful

Miss Spicy is a sharp little Bronco Sport, easy to handle, easy to drive, feels so solid, and feels like a giant hug on the seat. I felt comfortable the moment I left the dealership.

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4 out of 5 stars

Better than expected!

Ken, 05/17/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

We just traded for a 2023 Big Bend and love it. We took it on a 2 hour highway drive (which included some long, steep hills) and loved how it handled and am well pleased with gas mileage.

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Lovin my Bronco Sport

Kim Swis, 07/27/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful

After driving my Bronco Sport Heritage a few days, I love it. Rides smoothly, easy driving and enough room for my husband and I. I am so glad I made the purchase!

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Great Horse! No Shoes!

D Stevens, 10/26/2023
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A)
44 of 65 people found this review helpful

I actually love my Bronco Sport! I had car less than a month when tire developed a slow leak! A Ford dealership said I was going to have to buy a new tire at 268.00! REALLY? They said it was leaking due to Road hazard! I have not hit anything! The tire sidewall looks like it is separating! I started doing research on the Tire and found out this tire has major structural issues! On Continental’s own website it gets 2.7 stars! Almost all the bad reviews are related to weak sidewalls! Separating, blowouts, sidewall bubbles! My trouble is that these tires should be discontinued and recalled! From Reading the reviews they are dangerous! My biggest disappointment is that Ford would actually put such poor rated tires on a New Vehicle! I am going to have to Replace all the Tires! Ford blames the tires I blame Ford for putting such crap on a new car! Especially a Bronco Sport! This Tire cannot even handle smooth pavement much less unpaved! Warning! If you are buying a New Ford MAKE sure it does not have this crappy dangerous tire! “Continental ProContact tx” FMC says it is a dealer problem and the dealer points to FMC! Please be careful buying a FORD Bronco Sport Big Bend! Make Sure it does not have Continental ProContact Tx tires! Before you buy, take a moment to go on Continental and check the reviews for these tires!

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