2026 Ford Bronco Sport

Price Range: $31,845 - $40,265

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$31,933

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Prices based on sales in VA thru 1/5/26

Final assembly in Mexico

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Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$127/mo

$150/mo

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Ford Bronco Sport Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.1

36 reviews

5(64%)

4(8%)

3(11%)

2(8%)

1(9%)

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Chevy Equinox vs. Ford Bronco Sport: Which Is the Better American Compact SUV?

NOTE: This video is about the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport, but since the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.

Looking for an all-American vehicle but don’t need a giant truck? Ford and Chevy will both happily sell you a compact SUV! But which has the better offering? In this video, Edmunds’ Brian Wong compares the Ford Bronco Sport and Chevy Equinox, exploring their interiors, driving dynamics, gas mileage, and more to determine which is the better American compact SUV.

2026 Ford Bronco Sport Features & Specs

Trim:

Big Bend

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$31,845
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	27 MPG
Cost to Drive	$127/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	32.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall.

Recalls

1 recall found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 25V788000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 25SC3
Number of vehicles affected:: 229609
Defect Description:: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Defect Consequence:: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC3.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Bronco Sport include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Marginal
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Acceptable
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

FAQ

Is the Ford Bronco Sport a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 Bronco Sport both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 Bronco Sport gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 36 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the Bronco Sport ranges from 29.4 to 32.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Bronco Sport. Learn more

Is the Ford Bronco Sport reliable?

To determine whether the Ford Bronco Sport is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Bronco Sport. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Bronco Sport's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 Bronco Sport gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 36 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 Bronco Sport is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?

The least-expensive 2026 Ford Bronco Sport is the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $31,845.

Other versions include:

Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $31,845
Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $34,145
Outer Banks 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $36,945
Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $40,265

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What are the different models of Ford Bronco Sport?

If you're interested in the Ford Bronco Sport, the next question is, which Bronco Sport model is right for you? Bronco Sport variants include Big Bend 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), Heritage 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), Outer Banks 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 3cyl Turbo 8A), and Badlands 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Bronco Sport models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2026 Ford Bronco Sport

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