2025 Ford Bronco

Price Range: $38,995 - $79,995

Good

7.9

out of 10

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The 2025 Ford Bronco is as capable as it looks. It's a traditional SUV that boasts impressive off-road potential and a dizzying array of available configurations. As you might expect from its boxy shape, wind noise and poor fuel economy are its biggest drawbacks.

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Pros

Pro:Impressive all-terrain capability
Pro:Pleasant on-road steering and comfort
Pro:Helpful technology features for off-roading
Pro:Offers extraordinary level of customization

Cons

Con:Lots of wind noise at highway speeds
Con:Lackluster fuel economy

What’s new

Some changes to trim level and feature availability
Part of the sixth Bronco generation introduced for 2021

8 Colors
6 Trims
2 Packages

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2025 Ford Bronco Review

Overview

Written by automotive expert Brian Wong

4/10/2025

When Ford rebooted the Bronco name in 2021, it was perhaps one of the most hotly anticipated launches in recent memory. With the Bronco redesigned and refocused to compete head-on with the Jeep Wrangler, Ford threw out all the stops to make it a modern-day go-anywhere SUV. Available with two or four doors, a manual or automatic transmission, and some serious off-road hardware, the Bronco offers a configuration for almost any off-road enthusiast. For the 2025 Bronco, Ford is mostly standing pat. The most notable update is a new retro 1970s-inspired appearance package called Free Wheeling. It's available as a package on the Big Bend trim.

Edmunds spotlight: Off-roading at any speed

Casual buyers might picture off-roading as simply driving down a dusty trail, but that's just the tip of the iceberg. The Bronco offers enough options, be it through accessories or hardware, to tackle just about any kind of off-roading you can imagine. In its basic form, the Bronco's ground clearance and standard four-wheel drive will get you down most trails with ease. If you're into slower, more technical off-roading over larger rocks, the Bronco's Sasquatch package includes some seriously impressive and rugged off-road hardware. And if you like going as fast as possible through the dirt, the Bronco Raptor adds trick shocks, a more powerful engine, and recalibrated stability control to help you live out your desert-running dreams.

Competitors to consider

You can't mention the Bronco without mentioning the Jeep Wrangler. Both vehicles can go pretty much anywhere and offer pretty similar levels of off-road capability, from mild to wild. Toyota's 4Runner also deserves a look. It is getting quite long in the tooth, but when properly equipped, the Toyota offers nearly as much off-road prowess but it behaves far better, and is much quieter, on the open road. Read on below to find out what we like, dislike and love about the Bronco.

What’s it like to live with?

Edmunds bought a 2021 Ford Bronco First Edition to find out what the Bronco ownership experience is really like. Check out our experiences with our Ford Bronco First Edition here. While there have been a few changes since 2021, most of our observations still apply to the 2025 Bronco.

Which Bronco does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest going for the Big Bend trim. It's an entry-level trim, but it still offers a good amount of standard equipment. And you can opt for the Sasquatch or Mid trim packages if you want to add more capability or creature comforts.

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Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart

Ford Bronco models

The 2025 Ford Bronco is a four-wheel-drive SUV available in six primary trim levels. In order of price, they are: Base, Big Bend, Heritage Edition, Outer Banks, Badlands and Raptor. All Broncos can be kitted out with a long list of options, ranging from appearance and personalization options to different roofs to off-road hardware, wheels and other accessories. Keep reading for what you need to know about the Bronco's most significant standard and optional features.

Base
Starts you off with:

2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 325 lb-ft)
Seven-speed manual transmission or optional 10-speed automatic
Four-wheel drive
17-inch alloy wheels
LED headlights
Hardtop (two-door versions) or soft top (four-door versions)
Digital instrument panel
Push-button start
12-inch infotainment touchscreen
Seven-speaker audio system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
Terrain management system with six drive modes

All Broncos also come with:

Hill start assist (momentarily holds the brakes to keep the Bronco from rolling backward at a stop)
Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
Hill descent control (keeps the Bronco at a constant speed while descending steep slopes)
Trail Turn Assist (can help the Bronco make very tight turns when off-road; automatic transmission only)

Big Bend
Adds to the base Bronco with:

Full-size spare tire
17-inch carbonized gray-painted alloy wheels
Leather-wrapped shifter and steering wheel
Mid package (see below for details)

Outer Banks
A fancier version of the Big Bend trim thanks to:

Standard automatic transmission
Body color-painted door handles, fender flares and mirrors
18-inch aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires
Side-step rails
Upgraded LED headlights
Leather-trimmed seats
Power-adjustable front seats

Heritage Edition
Plays up the retro theme of the Bronco with:

Special bumpers and fenders
Heritage-style graphics
White hardtop
White grille
Skid plates
Plaid cloth upholstery
Contents of the Sasquatch package (detailed below)

Badlands
Builds from the Big Bend by way of:

Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
Skid plates
Rock rails (prevent body damage while off-roading)
17-inch wheels with 33-inch all-terrain tires
Seven-mode terrain management system
Upgraded suspension with Bilstein dampers
Prewired auxiliary switches

Stroppe Edition
New for 2025, this Bronco comes with the Badlands' upgrades plus:

Turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 (330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque)
Special graphics and exterior trim details
Contents of the Sasquatch package (detailed below)
Contents of the Lux package (detailed below)

Raptor
The off-road-focused Bronco Raptor rumbles in the dirt thanks to:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (418 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque)
17-inch wheels with 37-inch all-terrain tires
Heavy-duty rear axle
Fox shock absorbers
Disconnecting front stabilizer bar (can help with wheel articulation when off-roading)
Unique exterior and interior styling elements
Contents of the Sasquatch package (detailed below)
Contents of the Lux package (detailed below)

The 2.7-liter V6 is available as an option on Bronco trims that don't come with it standard (except the base trim). Here's what else you need to know about the Bronco's main optional packages.

Sasquatch package
Optional on most trim levels, it adds more off-road capability thanks to:

17-inch alloy wheels with 35-inch all-terrain tires
Shorter final drive ratio
Electronically locking front and rear axles
Lifted suspension
Modified fender flares

Mid package
Adds more tech and convenience via:

Proximity keyless entry
Navigation system
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
Remote start (available only with automatic transmission)
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the Bronco back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)

Lux package
Adds to the Mid package with:

Front parking sensors
10-speaker B&O audio system
Wireless smartphone charging pad
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Bronco and the car in front)
360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Bronco and its surroundings for tight situations)
Evasive steering assistance (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)

Black Diamond package
Available for the Big Bend only, it adds:

Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
Skid plates
Rock rails (prevents body damage while off-roading)
Prewired auxiliary switches
Electronically locking rear axle
Rubberized flooring
Seven-mode terrain management system

Free Wheeling
An appearance package for the Big Bend, it comes with:

1970s-inspired graphic stripes
17-inch black-painted alloy wheels with all-terrain tires
Special seat upholstery

2025 Ford Bronco

At a Glance:

8 Colors
6 Trims
2 Packages
$38,995starting MSRP

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Ford Bronco Owner Reviews

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Worst vehicle ever

Travis P, 10/08/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Heritage Limited Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)

I have owned the vehicle for a total of 3 months and it has been at the dealership 58 of those days. The parking sensors throw an alarm and flash a message on the dash and touchscreen that I’m about to hit something. This happens at every stop sign and red light. Service says there is nothing wrong with it claiming they have driven it and it doesn’t happen to them. On top of that the …

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Leggs4, 10/14/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)

Had my 2023 ford bronco for under 20 days and now in the shop for transfer case motor broke. Can believe a new vehicle with 3 miles off show room floor in the shop. Hopefully I can get a new vehicle because this is not a good look for ford. We were looking to take a trip up north to try the 4-wheel drive option, but now that's a wash. No real good news if this may be a issue due to the … time of parts. Will update with new information soon. First off, I want to thank the sales personnel who helped us pick out our new 2023 Ford Bronco. Seating down and figuring out the process was what I expected from Beach ford, since I've bought all my vehicles from them. That's where everything went south, like really south with the bronco. After have the 2023 ford Bronco for 14 days only. The transfer case motor went out on a new bronco with off the showroom floor purchase. After two days for deliver and install. The vehicle had more codes that now we have to replace the entire assembly for the system. Again, a new off the showroom floor purchase with 3 miles. Now we are looking at a vehicle starting off with problem that I'm still having to pay for the purchase. Now talking to several personnel then on to the sales manager. It's really start looking further down south with the issues. Now, calling and visiting the dealership, it's the first-time hearing about the issue (Not really buying that). Now waiting on a call that management said will do in a couple of hours (phone is always on me). NO CALL! Now the repair on a new vehicle looks to be longer and my wife is without a second vehicle since we traded up to this vehicle. Now it really goes more south since the dealership doesn't want to pay extra for finding another vehicle but try to put us back in the 2023 ford Bronce that fail after 14 days. I've known and purchased vehicle in beach ford for over 20 years and now I feel like we are being shafted (using a better word than I feel is happening). I will make sure I ask the owners at one of the local functions that is attended, why this has happened. Update: Now that Beach ford really not looking at the costumer and just their pockets. They are asking me if I will pay the mark up value of cost from getting from another dealer. That should be something a dealer is willing to do if selling a new vehicle that has issues and not pass on to the customer. Again, this is a new off the showroom floor purchase. No customer should have to go through this kind of problem. I believe Beach Ford is trying to protect it's image as number one dealer instead of supporting the customer. The customer is why you are number one dealer.

Beauty is only skin deep

Elwood_B, 04/01/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)

Ford knocked it out of the park with styling and pre-release hype. Unfortunately, as is typical with Ford, they dropped the ball on execution. I was one of the lucky ones when it comes to timing. First day reservation, order placed in Jan/2021, took delivery in Nov/2021. Mine was a 2-door Outer Banks with 4-cyl in Area 51. The Bronco I received was for a Big Bend with 6-cyl in …

24k Miles Year 1

Bronccat, 03/21/2024

2023 Ford Bronco Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)

2023 Badlands 4D, 2.7L. 24k miles year one and not a single issue. Lots of trails, snow and mud. Lots of highway miles of course. If was an adjustment going from a F150 Super Crew to this - but a hitch carrier makes a huge difference. I've added a lift, soft top liner, winch (use it a lot around the farm as well) and several other mods. It's fun / easy to work on and I honestly don't …

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