2026 Ford Bronco Sport Performance Specs

May 28th, 2026 by

2026 Ford Bronco Sport Off-Roading Exterior Blue

 

The Ford Bronco Sport is the sportier, more compact cousin of the iconic Ford Bronco. It has a lightweight frame that makes it simple to drive around Bardstown while still offering plenty of power and driver-enhancing features. Explore the capabilities of the latest Ford Bronco Sport engine and more below to see what you can expect. Then, when you’re ready, visit our dealership to test-drive any of our available models!

 


2026 Ford Bronco Sport Engine Options

The Ford Bronco Sport offers a standard 1.5L EcoBoost engine and an available 2.0L EcoBoost engine. Shepherdsville drivers who want the higher-powered 2.0L engine will want to choose the top-level Badlands trim. However, the 1.5L EcoBoost engine still offers plenty to be excited about.

Here are the highlights of both 2026 Ford Bronco Sport engine options:

Standard 1.5L EcoBoost Engine

  • Up to 180 hp
  • Up to 200 lb-ft of torque
  • Standard on the Big Bend, Heritage, and Outer Bank trims

Available 2.0L EcoBoost Engine

  • Up to 250 hp
  • Up to 280 lb-ft of torque
  • Standard on the Badlands trim

2026 Ford Bronco Sport Towing Capacity

The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport can tow anywhere from 2,200 to 2,700 pounds, depending on the engine and tow package you choose.

  • Minimum towing capacity of 2,200 pounds
  • Maximum towing capacity of 2,700 pounds (with 2.0L EcoBoost engine and Class II Trailer Tow Package)

2026 Ford Bronco Sport Fuel Economy

The Ford Bronco Sport boasts an impressive fuel economy rating, even with the higher-powered 2.0L EcoBoost engine. We’ve listed the fuel economy ranges of the latest Bronco Sport for you to review:

  • 25 mpg city / 30 mpg highway / 27 mpg combined* (with 1.5L EcoBoost engine)
  • 23 mpg city / 26 mpg highway / 24 mpg combined* (with 1.5L Outer Banks with Sasquatch Outer Banks Package)
  • 21 mpg city / 27 mpg highway / 23 mpg combined* (with 2.0L EcoBoost engine)

2026 Ford Bronco Sport Driving Features

In what other ways can the Ford Bronco Sport help you drive more efficiently around Hodgenville? The Bronco Sport comes standardly equipped with multiple drive modes that adapt to various driving conditions. It also comes with other driver-focused features, like:

  • Five standard G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) drive modes: Normal, ECO, Sport, Slippery, and Off-Road
  • Seven available G.O.A.T. drive modes with the Badlands trim: Normal, ECO, Sport, Slippery, Off-Road, Rock Crawl, and Rally
  • Standard 4×4 capability
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering as well as Predictive Speed Assist
  • Intersection Assist
  • Electronic Traction Control
  • 8-speed automatic transmission
  • Up to 8.8 inches of ground clearance
  • Up to 24 inches of water-fording capability
  • And more!

For other questions about the 2026 Ford Bronco engine specs or other features, reach out to the experts at Bob Swope Ford! We’ll answer any questions you have and help you schedule a test drive.

Test-Drive The Ford Bronco Sport In Elizabethtown!

If you’re serious about changing the way you drive around Fort Knox, or anywhere, consider upgrading to a Ford Bronco Sport. We have plenty of models you can choose from, and our new vehicle specials can help you get the most out of your shopping experience!

*EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.

 

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