Used Ford Bronco for Sale nearFairfax, IA

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 $42,829, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $42,141 over the past year. 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 trail capability. The all-generations owner rating is 4.51/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Bronco's off-road capability, stylish design, and fun driving character. Comfort, spaciousness, and a smooth ride also come up often, especially in owner feedback for the newer models.

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

The trade-offs that show up most often are poor fuel economy, noise, and value concerns, especially in higher-priced versions.

34.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Bronco models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Bronco for its rugged capability, stylish design, and enjoyable driving experience. Expert commentary also points to strong off-road hardware and a versatile lineup that gives you plenty of ways to configure the SUV.

• Owners rate the Ford Bronco between 4.27 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should expect a vehicle that rewards active use and regular upkeep, especially if you plan to take it off pavement often.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 93% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Co-Pilot360 safety suite on the 2025 Big Bend and higher trim levels
• Infotainment: 12-inch touchscreen with Sync 4 infotainment software and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 18 mpg city, 21 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined; the automatic nets a 1-mpg increase in combined and highway fuel economy; the high-performance Bronco Raptor is rated at 15 mpg combined

Which Ford Bronco trim should I buy?

The 2025 Ford Bronco offers these trims:

• Bronco: The base trim gives you the entry point to the lineup with two- or four-door body styles, standard four-wheel drive, and the core Bronco character.
• Big Bend: This is the best-value trim for most buyers, adding the Ford Co-Pilot360 safety package and serving as a smart upgrade over the base model.
• Outer Banks: This trim adds leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, LED lighting, and available turbocharged V6 power.
• Heritage Edition: This trim leans into the retro look and includes the Sasquatch package as standard equipment.
• Badlands: This trim adds bigger tires, an upgraded suspension package, a classier interior, and a front sway-bar disconnect for more serious trail use.
• Stroppe Edition: This two-door special edition is marketed as race-ready and adds a red, white and blue theme with a matte black hood.
• Raptor: This is the most extreme Bronco, with an ultra-wide body kit, huge tires, dramatically lifted suspension, and unique high-performance off-road modifications.

What Ford Bronco do most buyers choose?

The Ford Bronco years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to be the easiest to shop because you get more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right trim and price. They also tend to attract the broadest mix of buyers, which helps keep the used market active.

What is the Ford Bronco's resale value?

The Bronco's used prices are moving lower across the board, which creates better buying opportunities for shoppers. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while the older years are also easing down at a slower pace. That pattern gives you more room to shop for value without giving up the Bronco's core appeal.

The 2022, 2023, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Ford Bronco safe?

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

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 −17.05% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.62%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 35.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $44,437. The Ford Bronco offers a distinctive retro look, open-air versatility, and genuine off-road capability.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The base 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine spins out 300 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque, while the optional turbocharged 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 engine ups output to 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The 2025 Ford Bronco comes standard with a 12-inch touchscreen that runs the latest Sync 4 infotainment software, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included.
• Safety: The 2025 Bronco adds the Co-Pilot360 safety suite on the Big Bend and higher trim levels, with blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.
• Starting price: The 2025 Bronco starts at $40,990 in base trim.

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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Ford Bronco Trims

The 2026 Ford Bronco lineup offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to more feature-rich models, all equipped with 4WD for adventure-ready performance.

• Starting at $52,176
• 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 budget-friendly Bronco without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $79,636 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 292 listings
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2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The 2-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a compact Bronco that’s ready for adventure without the frills.

• Avg. market price: $54,374 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 147 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 Bronco with great features at an accessible price.

• Avg. market price: $52,176 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 1,703 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 a stylish Bronco with advanced tech and comfort features.

• Avg. market price: $57,073 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 1,373 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Badlands 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Badlands 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a rugged Bronco with off-road capabilities and premium features.

• Avg. market price: $60,833 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 960 listings
• 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-road capable Bronco with premium features.

• Avg. market price: $55,120 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 90 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-styled Bronco with modern features and trail readiness.

• Avg. market price: $59,624 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 139 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

With 1,703 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 $52,176 avg market price — below the lineup median of $57,073 — 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 in the lineup at 18/22 MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.