2024 Ford Bronco Sport Review and Specs

The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport isn't as capable as the larger Bronco, but it still has enough style and power to offer folks a taste of what it's like to be an off-roader. The Bronco Sport can go farther off the beaten road than most other small SUVs, even though it won't be tackling the Rubicon Trail anytime soon. With its powerful 245 horsepower turbo four and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive system, the top-of-the-line Badlands alone puts the trail-rated Jeep Cherokee in exclusive company when it comes to legitimate off-road capabilities. Naturally, the remaining models in the Bronco Sport portfolio also have a lot to offer, such as a useful interior design and several well-considered amenities. All-wheel drive is standard, and the engine is a turbocharged three-cylinder with 181 horsepower.

What Is 2024 Bringing?

A new Free Wheeling variant, based on Ford's vibrant look package from the 1970s, will be added to the Bronco Sport portfolio for 2024. The contemporary Free Wheeling model has shiny sunset-like body decorations, a silver-painted grille, and 17-inch red-accented wheels. The interior features a distinctive plaque on the center console, reddish trim pieces, and seatbacks with a similar motif. A $1750 Black Appearance kit, which adds dark elements including a blacked-out grille, matte-black body decals, and 17-inch wheels, is now available for Big Bend versions. Azure Gray and Desert Sand are the two additional paint colors available for the '24 Bronco Sport. The Bronco Sport's beginning price has increased by around $2000 with the removal of the basic trim level, making the Big Bend model the new entry-level.

Cost and Selection of Items for Purchase

Depending on the model and extras, the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport may cost anywhere from $32,825 to $39,985.

Performance, Engine, and Transmission

All Bronco Sport models come equipped with all-wheel drive, and they are based on the same platform as the little Escape crossover. The standard engine is a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder with 181 horsepower; a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with 245 horsepower is also offered. Both come with an eight-speed automatic transmission, but the more potent engine adds enhanced cooling parts and paddle shifters located on the steering wheel. One of the many unique features of the top-tier Badlands trim level is a twin-clutch rear-drive system with a differential lock. In addition, it has stouter dampers, a 1.0-inch suspension raise for increased ground clearance, and all-terrain tires set on 17-inch wheels. After driving a Bronco Sport Badlands, we observed that it felt somewhat truck-like but wasn't very smooth due to its heavy steering and hard ride.

Capacity of Towing

The Bronco Sport has a maximum towing capability of 2200 pounds, but only for 2.0-liter turbo-4 vehicles. Only 2000 pounds can be pulled by the little SUV with its stock three-cylinder engine.

Cargo, Comfort, and Interior

The Bronco Sport's interior is well-designed and has several well-liked features. Along with plenty of capacity, the little ute has a few clever improvements. Despite having a shorter wheelbase than the Escape, the baby Bronco offers a rather spacious back seat with upright seating. The back of the vehicle has a raised roofline that offers more headroom and sufficient baggage space for two mountain bikes. Additionally, a 400-watt power inverter, a slide-out table that serves as a workplace, and LED lights integrated into the interior of the rear gate to provide overhead illumination may be added to the cargo hold. There is a glass hatch and an integrated bottle opener on the back gate.

Connectivity and Entertainment

Ford's Sync 3 software is compatible with the 8.0-inch touchscreen found in every Bronco Sport. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, but you can add a B&O audio system and SiriusXM satellite radio as an extra. The infotainment interface may be controlled by hard buttons, a volume and tuning knob, touch-sensitive controls, and voice instructions.

Features for Safety and Driver Assistance

Numerous driver-assistance features, like as automatic emergency braking and forward-collision warning as standard, are included with the Bronco Sport. Visit the websites of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for further details on the Bronco Sport's crash test results. Important safety characteristics consist of:

• Blind-spot detection and rear cross-traffic warning as standard
• Regular lane-keeping assistance and lane-departure warning
• Stop-and-go technology combined with adaptive cruise control is available.

Coverage for Maintenance and Warranty

Like most of its competitors, Ford offers a competitive limited and powertrain warranty. It does not, however, come with the free maintenance that several rivals do.

• A limited warranty is valid for 36 months or 36,000 miles.
• A powertrain warranty is valid for 60,000 miles or five years.
• No free planned maintenance

FAQ's

Q1. What is the Bronco Sport's range?

When the 2017 Ford Bronco Sport is outfitted with the base 1.5L EcoBoost® three-cylinder engine, Ford drivers and Bronco enthusiasts in the Wayne, Michigan area can expect to get about 416 combined miles out of the vehicle.

Q2. Is purchasing a Bronco Sport worthwhile?

An outstanding SUV for drivers who are daring is the Bronco Sport, thanks to its all-terrain prowess and sporty design. With just a few modest trim-level equipment adjustments from the previous year, the 2022 model maintains the success story.