Used Ford Bronco for Sale near South Dakota

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 $43,303, and over the past year that average has reached a low of $42,194. 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 rugged style, real off-road capability, and a fun driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.51/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its off-road ability, stylish design, and versatility, and they also call out the comfortable ride and spacious interior. Across the model years, the Bronco’s personality, capability, and modern features come through as the main reasons shoppers keep coming back.

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

The main trade-offs center on fuel economy, noise, and value, with some recent years also calling out advanced safety features that are not standard. For many shoppers, those compromises are acceptable because the Bronco delivers the character and capability they came for.

31.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Ford Bronco models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Bronco as a capable, enjoyable SUV with strong style, solid comfort, and plenty of appeal for adventure-minded drivers. Expert commentary also reinforces its rugged character and broad usefulness across model years.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied more to how the vehicle was used and maintained than to the Bronco’s core appeal, so a careful inspection and service-history review matter.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.8% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Co-Pilot360 safety suite on the 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 starts the lineup with two- or four-door body styles, standard four-wheel drive, a 12-inch touchscreen, 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, a heated steering wheel, LED lighting, and available turbo 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 brings race-ready styling, a matte black hood, and a desert-focused personality.
• Raptor: This top model adds an ultra-wide body kit, huge tires, dramatically lifted suspension, and the most extreme Bronco setup.

What Ford Bronco do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because you have more inventory to compare, more pricing competition, and a better chance of finding the trim and configuration you want.

What is the Ford Bronco's resale value?

The Bronco’s used prices are moving lower across every year shown, which creates better opportunities for shoppers looking for value. The sharpest drops are on the newer model years, while the older years show smaller declines. That pattern can help you focus on recent inventory if you want the newest features at a lower used price.

The 2023, 2022, 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

The 2025 Bronco includes the Co-Pilot360 safety suite on the Big Bend and higher trim levels, with blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.

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 −18.65% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.74%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.1% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 32.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $45,410. The Ford Bronco offers a rugged, distinctive character that makes it appealing if you want a true adventure-focused SUV.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2025 Bronco 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 ups output to 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: The 2025 Bronco comes standard with a 12-inch touchscreen that runs Sync 4 infotainment software, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a second 12-inch digital gauge cluster.
• Safety: The 2025 Bronco includes the Co-Pilot360 safety suite on the Big Bend and higher trim levels, with blind-spot monitoring, 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 September 11, 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 adventure-ready models, all featuring 4WD.

• Starting at $43,445
• 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 versatile SUV without paying for premium features.

• Avg. market price: $79,633 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 203 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, adventure-ready option without the higher price of larger trims.

• Avg. market price: $43,445 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 104 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 more expensive trims.

• Avg. market price: $53,042 (updated weekly)
• Inventory: 1,395 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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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: $58,698 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 1,245 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 off-road capability and advanced tech without going for the most expensive trim.

• Avg. market price: $62,060 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 17 hwy
• Inventory: 819 listings
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Badlands 2-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $56,108 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 18 hwy
• Inventory: 71 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Heritage Edition 4-Door 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a trail-ready SUV with luxury features without going for the highest-priced options.

• Avg. market price: $64,046 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 18 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 112 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Big Bend 4-Door 4WD

With 1,395 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 $43,445 avg market price — below the lineup median of $58,698 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — 2-Door 4WD

The 2-Door 4WD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 18/22 MPG.

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