Used Ford Bronco for Sale nearChicago, IL

How much does the Ford Bronco cost in today's market?

Used Ford Bronco prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Ford Bronco's current nationwide average price is $42,280, and over the past year that figure reached a low of $42,106. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Ford Bronco a good car?

Yes — the Ford Bronco is a strong choice if you want a rugged SUV with real personality and serious off-road ability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its off-road capability, distinctive styling, and versatile, adventure-ready character. They also highlight the spacious interior and comfortable ride, which help broaden its appeal beyond trail use.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs are poor fuel economy, road noise, and advanced safety features that are not standard on some years and trims.

35.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Bronco models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Bronco’s rugged capability, strong performance, and versatile character. Expert reviews also point to its off-road hardware, comfortable ride, and broad appeal for buyers who want an adventurous SUV.

• Owners rate the Ford Bronco between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to the Bronco’s rugged, feature-rich setup and the condition of the specific vehicle than to any single model-year pattern in the data.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.2% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The 2026 Bronco includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, high-beam assist, hill-start assist, post-collision braking, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines.
• Infotainment: The 2026 Bronco includes a 12-inch infotainment screen with Sync 4, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto.

Which Ford Bronco trim should I buy?

The 2026 Ford Bronco offers these trims:

• Base: The base powertrain is the 300-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine, and the two-door option is available in this trim.
• Big Bend: This trim is one of the models that can be paired with the base engine, and the Lux Package starts here with available surround-view cameras.
• Badlands: This trim is one of the models that can be paired with the base engine, and it also offers the two-door body style.
• Heritage Edition: This trim is one of the models that can be paired with the base engine.
• Outer Banks: This is the best-value trim to consider, with standard heated front seats, rear parking sensors, blind-spot monitors, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
• Outer Banks with Lux Package: This adds a surround-view camera system, adaptive cruise control, front parking sensors, and an upgraded Bang & Olufsen audio system.
• 60th Anniversary Package on Outer Banks: This special edition adds eye-catching off-white paint and unique accents, and it requires the Sasquatch and Outer Banks Lux packages.
• Sasquatch Package: This package adds aggressive tires and suspension upgrades.
• Bronco Raptor: This version pushes the model toward extreme off-road performance and distinctive styling.
• Stroppe Edition: This version pushes the model toward extreme off-road performance and distinctive styling.

What Ford Bronco do most buyers choose?

The Ford Bronco years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices across trims, colors, and equipment levels, which makes it easier to find the right match. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so pricing and inventory depth are usually easier to compare.

What is the Ford Bronco's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the Bronco lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit declines, while the others are still down by nearly 10%, so recent-model buyers may find better value than they would have a year ago. The pattern also suggests that newer Broncos are giving up value quickly enough to create opportunities in the used market.

The 2022, 2023, and 2025 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Bronco safe?

• 2026: 5/10
• 2025: 5/10
• 2024: 6/10
• 2023: 5/10
• 2022: 5/10
• 2021: 7/10

The 2026 Bronco includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, high-beam assist, hill-start assist, post-collision braking, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Ford Bronco now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −9.95% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.06%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.2% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $43,682. The Ford Bronco offers a rugged, adventure-first character that makes it especially appealing if you want a distinctive SUV with real off-road personality.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest Bronco pairs standard 4WD with a 300-horsepower, 2.3-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine or a 330-hp, 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6, and the V6 brings fast, seamless acceleration plus strong low-end torque.
• Tech: The latest Bronco includes a 12-inch digital gauge cluster, a 12-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay, and wireless Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest Bronco adds standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, forward collision warning, dynamic brake support, and a rearview camera with backup assist grid lines.
• Starting price: The base trim starts at $43,290.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2022 Ford Bronco compare to the 2022 Jeep Wrangler?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2022 Ford Bronco:

• Pros: Incredible off-road capabilities, Multiple body styles, Plenty of cargo space.
• Cons: Advanced safety features are not standard, Middling safety scores.

2022 Jeep Wrangler:

• Pros: Multiple powertrain options, Fun to drive, Impressive off-road capability.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Poor ride quality, Unimpressive safety ratings.

Our experts score the 2022 Ford Bronco 8/10 and the 2022 Jeep Wrangler 5.5/10. The Bronco brings stronger everyday usability with more cargo space and multiple body styles, while the Wrangler counters with more powertrain choices and a lower average used price. If you want the better all-around package, the Bronco has the edge; if you want the lower entry price and a wide used inventory, the Wrangler is easier to shop.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

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

Compare 2026 Ford Bronco Trims in Chicago, IL

The Bronco lineup offers a range of adventure-ready trims, with options for budget-conscious shoppers and those seeking extra features.

• Starting at $48,652
• Best MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Most Popular: Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a solid entry-level Bronco without the extra features of higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $51,711 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 11 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 adventure-ready features without stepping up to the pricier trims.

• Avg. market price: $48,652 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 53 listings
• 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 a stylish ride without going for the top-tier trim.

• Avg. market price: $53,546 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 39 listings
• 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 a trail-ready vehicle with advanced off-road capabilities and comfort features.

• Avg. market price: $51,711 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 35 listings
• View Badlands 4-Door 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

With 53 active listings, the Big Bend 4-Door 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

At $48,652 avg market price — below the lineup median of $51,711 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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

The Outer Banks 4-Door 4WD offers the best fuel economy at 18/22 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 5, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.