New & Used 2026 Ford Bronco for Sale nearSanta Rosa, CA

Compare 2026 Ford Bronco Trims

The 2026 Ford Bronco lineup offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to adventure-ready models, all featuring 4WD.

• Starting at $42,675
• Best MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Most Popular: Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

Trim Overview

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4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a versatile SUV without paying for premium features.

• Avg. market price: $72,944 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 312 listings
• View 4-Door 4WD listings

2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a compact, adventure-ready option without the higher price of larger trims.

• Avg. market price: $42,675 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 155 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Big Bend 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Big Bend 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with great features without stepping up to the pricier trims.

• Avg. market price: $48,422 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 2,036 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Big Bend 4-Door 4WD listings

Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features and comfort without going for the highest-priced options.

• Avg. market price: $54,756 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 1,542 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD listings

Badlands 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Badlands 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want off-road capability with advanced technology without going for the top-tier trims.

• Avg. market price: $57,932 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 1,039 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Badlands 4-Door 4WD listings

Badlands 2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Badlands 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a compact off-roader with premium features without the higher price of larger trims.

• Avg. market price: $99,353 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 104 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Badlands 2-Door 4WD listings

Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a classic style with modern features without sacrificing performance.

• Avg. market price: $56,129 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 155 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

With 2,036 active listings, the Big Bend 4-Door 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — 2-Door 4WD

At $42,675 avg market price — below the lineup median of $56,129 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse 2-Door 4WD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD

With an MPG/MPGe of 18 city / 22 hwy, the Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD offers the best fuel efficiency in the lineup.

Browse Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco a good car?

The 2026 Ford Bronco earns an 6.7/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

It stands out for its retro styling, open-air roof option, and strong off-road capability, which make it especially appealing if you want a rugged SUV with personality and trail-ready hardware. The Bronco also gives you multiple powertrain options and an available manual transmission, so you have more choice than many rivals.

The trade-offs are real: it can be noisy, it has poor fuel economy, and it asks you to accept compromises for daily driving. It also has uncomfortable back seats and a chunky A-pillar that creates blind spots.

Good and great deals make up 34.9% of listings, so there is at least some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco reliable?

The 2026 Ford Bronco is built around a rugged, off-road-focused formula, and the expert review describes it as a vehicle that can handle rough use while still offering a comfortable-enough ride at lower speeds. The base powertrain is a 300-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, and the Bronco also offers a 330-hp, 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6.

Ford includes standard features such as high-beam assist, hill-start assist, post-collision braking, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines. The review also notes that the Bronco’s standard equipment is strong for the money, and the available connectivity plan adds useful ownership convenience.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the Bronco’s rugged hardware and off-road focus can make condition and maintenance history especially important.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Ford Bronco?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the Bronco has seen trail use or heavy modification. Focus on wear items, signs of off-road damage, and whether the cabin and exterior show the kind of use that can come with a vehicle built for rough terrain.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base trim gets the essentials, but advanced features such as blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, evasive steer assist, front and rear parking sensors, and a surround-view camera system are not available on the base trim.
• Powertrain: The Bronco offers a 300-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine and a 330-hp, 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6. Four-wheel drive is standard, and the manual transmission is available with the base engine.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes high-beam assist, hill-start assist, post-collision braking, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines. The base trim misses several advanced driver-assistance features.
• Infotainment: You get a 12-inch digital gauge cluster and a 12-inch infotainment screen, plus Sync 4, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 4G modem, and trial connectivity features.
• Fuel efficiency: The Bronco is described as having poor fuel economy.

Which 2026 Ford Bronco trim should I buy?

The 2026 Ford Bronco is offered in 4 trim levels: Base, Big Bend, Badlands, and Heritage Edition.

Here's the short version:

• Base: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Bronco’s core personality, standard 4WD, and the available manual transmission with the base engine. It makes sense if you want the Bronco experience at the lowest starting point, but you should expect the fewest convenience and safety extras.
• Big Bend: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it opens the door to more available tech, including the Lux Package, which can add surround-view cameras and other useful upgrades. It’s the trim to target if you want a more livable Bronco without jumping too far up the price ladder.
• Badlands: This trim is aimed at buyers who want a more serious off-road setup and also gets the two-door option. Choose it if trail capability matters more to you than everyday comfort or value.
• Heritage Edition: This is the style-forward choice, and it also gets the two-door option. It makes the most sense if you want the Bronco’s retro look and special-edition character.

The safety package is strongest on higher trims, since the base model leaves out several advanced driver-assistance features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Ford Bronco?

The market looks moderate for selective buyers, so you can shop with some confidence if you know what you want.

• Deal availability: 34.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,793 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 95.9% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Ford Bronco safe?

The 2026 Ford Bronco received mixed IIHS results, with Good crashworthiness scores in the small front overlap and side tests, but only a Marginal rating in the moderate overlap front test. Crash-avoidance and mitigation tests yielded Marginal and Acceptable ratings, and the LATCH ease of use rating is Acceptable.

It earns a 5/10 safety score from our experts.

Ford includes standard driver-assistance features such as high-beam assist, hill-start assist, post-collision braking, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines.

The main caveat is that several advanced safety features are not standard on the base trim, including blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, evasive steer assist, front and rear parking sensors, and a surround-view camera system.

Should I buy a 2026 Ford Bronco or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2026 if:

• 34.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• The 60th Anniversary Package and the return of the Stroppe Edition give this year extra appeal.

Consider the 2025 if:

• It offers the same rugged personality with a broader range of variants.

The bottom line: If you want the newest Bronco with the 60th Anniversary Package and the latest packaging changes, the 2026 is the one to target. If you’re more price-sensitive, the 2025 remains a smart alternative because it delivers the same core Bronco appeal and may be easier on your budget.

How does the 2026 Ford Bronco compare to the 2026 Jeep Wrangler?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2026 Ford Bronco:

• Pros: Stylish design, Multiple powertrain options, Manual transmission available.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Noisy, Advanced safety features are not standard.

2026 Jeep Wrangler:

• Pros: Comfortable seats, Plenty of cargo space, Incredibly capable off-road.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Noisy, Cramped back seat.

Our experts score the 2026 Ford Bronco 6.7/10 and the 2026 Jeep Wrangler 6.3/10. The Bronco gets the edge on style and powertrain variety, while the Wrangler counters with more cargo space and a lower starting price. Both are noisy and inefficient, so your choice comes down to whether you value the Bronco’s design and options or the Wrangler’s packaging and off-road reputation.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.