The Ford Bronco has been a huge success since its 2021 return, renowned for its all-terrain capability, uniquely rugged aesthetic, and impressively comfortable and practical accommodations. It's a superbly well-rounded midsize utility vehicle that excels both on and off the road. However, what if you're seeking something a little smaller and more affordable?
The Ford Bronco Sport is an appealing compact crossover that offers cozy seats, ample cargo capacity, and desirable features. While it may not quite equal its midsize sibling, the Bronco Sport's capability beyond the asphalt may surprise you. Which model is right for you? To help you determine the best fit for your Mishawaka-area adventures, here's a quick overview of the distinguishing attributes.
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport: Size and Accommodations
Bronco Sport
- Exterior Dimensions - L x W x H: 172.7 x 74.3 x 70.2 inches
- Seating: 5
- Headroom front/rear: 41.4 / 41.7 inches
- Legroom front/rear: 42.4 / 36.9 inches
- Max Cargo Capacity: 65.2 cubic feet
Sized between the subcompact and compact crossover segments, the Bronco Sport's smaller exterior dimensions make it ideal for shoppers who want extra versatility and capability while retaining city-friendly space requirements. Inside, the Bronco Sport boasts one of the segment's roomiest cabins, offering ample headroom and legroom for riders in both rows, with 32.5 cubic feet to spare for cargo behind the rear seats (up to 65.2 cubic feet with rear seats folded).
Bronco (4-door)
- L x W x H (inches): 189.4 x 75.9 x 73 inches
- Seating: 5
- Headroom front/rear: 43.3 / 41.1 inches
- Legroom front/rear: 43.1 / 36.3 inches
- Max Cargo Capacity: 83 cubic feet
The four-door Ford Bronco is a genuine body-on-frame midsize SUV and is nearly a foot and a half longer than its compact sibling. It leverages those extra dimensions to provide generous passenger volume and an even roomier cargo (38.3 cubic feet behind the second row, 83 behind the first). It's not quite as agile on-road as the Bronco Sport, and its knobbier tires create a bit more noise on the highway. Of course, the Bronco makes up for these issues with peerless all-terrain ability.
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport: Performance and Capability
Bronco Sport
The Ford Bronco Sport comes standard with a 1.5-liter EcoBoost® turbo-three engine (181 horsepower/190 pound-feet of torque) paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Plus, all models include four-wheel drive and at least five G.O.A.T. modes, helping Bristol enthusiasts Go Over All Types of Terrain.
The Badlands trim elevates that capability with a 2.0-liter EcoBoost® turbo-four (250 horsepower/277 pound-feet of torque), an upgraded 4WD system, and two additional G.O.A.T. modes, plus off-road-tuned suspension, all-terrain tires, bash plates, tow hooks, and more.
Bronco (4dr)
The Ford Bronco has a standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine (300 horsepower/325 pound-feet of torque), a Shift-on-the-Fly 4x4 system, and a 2-speed transfer case. Gear changes are handled by a class-exclusive seven-speed manual or a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission. A more potent 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 (330 horsepower/415 pound-feet of torque) is standard in Wildtrak and available for other tiers. Available off-road upgrades include:
- High-speed Off-road Suspension Systems (H.O.S.S.) 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0
- FOX shocks
- Front/Rear Electronic-Locking Differentials
- Dana™ AdvanTEK® locking axles
- Disconnecting stabilizer bar
- Up to 8 G.O.A.T. modes
- Heavy-duty bumpers/bash plates
- Ford Trail Control, Trail 1-Pedal Drive
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport: Feature Availability
- The Ford Bronco Sport comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360â„¢ driver aids. The midsize Bronco includes forward collision mitigation but reserves other driver aids as options.
- The Bronco Sport has an 8-inch SYNC® 3 touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and an available 6.5-inch instrument panel display. The Bronco comes standard with a 12-inch SYNC® 4 system, wireless smartphone integration, and a fully digital instrument cluster.
- While both models offer an available front-facing 180-degree trail camera, the midsize Bronco also has a 360-degree surround-view option.
- The Bronco Sport's primary concern is daily drivability. As such, its trim levels are more feature-focused. The Bronco's trim levels have different performance equipment, while many comforts and conveniences are available via packages.
Test-Drive New Ford Bronco Models near Goshen and Granger
Reach out to Zeigler Ford of Elkhart today for more information about the latest Ford models, including their available configuration options, financing offers, and reservation opportunities. We also have several great examples in our extensive pre-owned inventory. Would you like to try out the accommodations, amenities, and performance of a new Bronco or Bronco Sport for yourself? We welcome you to schedule a test drive or visit us in Elkhart at your convenience. It will be our pleasure to assist you.