Ford Bronco Sport nameplate in 2021 and imitated the old-school vibe and off-road pedigree of its iconic mid-1960s predecessors. Now that Ford has revealed this, we have a better understanding of its features and specifications. Due to supplier issues related to the coronavirus, the new Bronco will not arrive at the dealership until the summer of 2021.
The legendary Ford Mustang returns with cool retro styling, innovative features, and impressive off-road capabilities. Although purists will condemn the lack of a V-8 option, they will praise Bronco’s optional manual transmission and many nostalgic details. Its internal design is simple but full of technology, such as the usable 12.0-inch touch screen and off-road performance applications.
The cab also contains a durable waterproof surface to protect items when the door and hard or soft roofs are removed. Its convertible features, as well as two- and four-door body styles, enable Ford’s strongest SUV to compete with the popular Jeep Wrangler. With a high-capacity chassis and gearbox, Bronco in 2021 has a legal opportunity to challenge the jeep and compete for the off-road championship. Those who don’t need that much capacity will like the smaller Ford Bronco Sport.
Ford Bronco Sport
Ford Bronco Sport Engine performance & Transmission:
Instead, you can only choose four pots or V-6, but they are very powerful. The basic engine of the 2021 Bronco is a 2.3-liter turbocharged I-4, which can output 275 horsepower and 315 pound-feet of torque on normal fuel, or 300 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque when using high-quality fuel. For more power, try the available 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine, which can reach 315 horsepower and 410 pound-feet on regular fuel, or 330 horsepower and 415 pound-feet on premium fuel.
Transmission options include a six-speed manual transmission on the 2.3 (plus what Ford calls a very slow gear to make it a seven-speed) or a 10-speed automatic transmission on both engines. Oh, and G.O.A.T. has several main features designed to improve off-road capabilities, including off-road tires for Badlands and Wildtrak models, two types of transfer cases, and front and rear locking differentials. Driving modes include normal, eco-friendly, sports, coasting, sand, Baja, mud, and rock crawling.
The latter is a setting that automatically adjusts many settings to eliminate the guesswork when off-road. Like the Toyota Land Cruiser, the new Bronco also has a Trail Turn Assist function, which can drag the internal rear brake to adjust the turning radius (Bronco’s function is also suitable for higher speeds). Then you can choose to use pedal driving. If you choose Bronco powered by a 2.7-liter engine, the driving mode will automatically hold the brakes when you raise the accelerator pedal.
Other notable equipment options include 35-inch mud tires, wheels with Beadlock function, electronic locking front and rear differentials, long-travel shock absorbers, and anti-roll bar disconnect function. We cannot confirm its capabilities until we have a chance to drive the new Bronco. But its maximum ground clearance of 11.6 inches and the ability to wading up to 33.5 inches are impressive. The two-door and four-door models have a rated towing force of 3,500 pounds,
Ford Bronco Features:
ford bronco sport interior
Ford’s latest Sync 4 software runs on an 8.0 or 12.0-inch touchscreen built into the center of the Bronco dashboard. You can install updates wirelessly and connect wirelessly to the cloud or your smartphone. The entertainment system also supports many of the latest entertainment features, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and subscription Wi-Fi hotspots. You can also upgrade your device with desirable options such as integrated navigation and a more powerful B&O stereo system.
Ford Bronco Safety:
Ford’s Co-Pilot360 active safety feature set is the standard configuration of the 2021 Bronco, starting with the Big Bend grade (the one above the base trim). These include forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear intersection warning, automatic high beams, and adaptive cruise control.
Many comfort features are provided they are Remote Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, 8-inch Color LCD Instrument Panel (In gauge cluster), Carpeted Flooring Front/Rear, Carpeted floor mats, first row, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Sliding Visor Vanity Mirrors (Driver and Front Passenger), Terrain Management System (TMS) with 6 G.O.A.T. Modes, Manual day/night rearview mirror, Powerpoints (12V) – Two – Front Center Floor Console (1) and Cargo Area (1).
And Dual Smart Charging USB Ports – Type C + Std A, Front Row, Dual Smart Charging USB Ports – Type C + Std A, Second Row (Back of Center Floor Console), Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Bronco Badge, Cruise and Audio Controls Open image overlay for Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Bronco Badge, Cruise and Audio Controls, Manual tilt and telescoping steering column, Second Row window controls (4-door): Located in the backside of the Center Floor Console, Hard Top Sound Deadening Headliner (requires Hard Top).
Optional
Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start
Remote Start System Open image overlay for Remote Start System
Floor Liners Front and Rear
Lane-Keeping System
BLIS® with Cross-Traffic Alert
Illuminated Sliding Visor Vanity Mirrors (Driver and Front Passenger)
Ambient Footwell Lighting
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
AC Power Outlet – Back Side Of Center Floor Console Open image overlay for AC Power Outlet – Back Side Of Center Floor Console
Entertainment Systems:
Standard
AM/FM stereo with 6 speakers
SYNC 4 – 8″ LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability
AppLink with App Catalog
911 Assist
Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto Compatibility
SiriusXM With 360L
SYNC 4
FordPass Connect
Optional
SYNC 4 – 8″ LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability and Enhanced Voice Recognition Open image overlay for SYNC4 – 8″ LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Swipe Capability and Enhanced Voice Recognition
Connected Voice-Activated Touchscreen Navigation System with Pinch-to-Zoom Capability – 90-day trial subscription
Highlights
Vehicle Highlights
2-Door
4-Door
Max Seating Capacity
4
5
Drive Type
4×4
4×4
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic/7-Speed Manual Transmission
10-Speed Automatic/7-Speed Manual Transmission
Wheelbase
100.4 in.
116.1 in.
Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500
3,500
Wheels Available
16″ Bright Polished Silver-Painted Steel – Standard on Base
16″ Bright Polished Silver-Painted Steel – Standard on Base
17″ Black Gloss-Painted Steel – Standard on Black Diamond
17″ Black Gloss-Painted Steel – Standard on Black Diamond
18″ Bright Machined Black High Gloss-Painted Aluminum – Standard on Outer Banks
18″ Bright Machined Black High Gloss-Painted Aluminum – Standard on Outer Banks
Capacities
Capacities: Passengers, Luggage, Fuel (Projected)
2-Door
4-Door
Seating capacity
4
5
Passenger volume (cu. ft.) Hardtop
99
103.7
Passenger volume (cu. ft.) Soft Top
N/A
108.2
Behind 1st row (Hardtop) (cu. ft.)
52.3
77.6
Behind 1st row (Soft top) (cu. ft.)
N/A
83.0
Behind 2nd row (Hardtop) (cu. ft.)
22.4
35.6
Behind 2nd row (Soft top) (cu. ft.)
N/A
38.3
Fuel capacity (gal.) 2.3L EcoBoost
16.9
20.8
Fuel capacity (gal.) 2.7L EcoBoost
16.9
20.8
Estimated base curb weights (lbs.)
2.3L EcoBoost (Manual/Automatic)
4319/4339 – 4957/4977
4499/4509 – 4997/5226
2.7L EcoBoost
4491 – 5129
4661 – 5320
*Weights are projected and given as a range from base – full content
Engine Specifications
2.3L EcoBoost
2.7L EcoBoost
Engine type
2.3L Ti-VCT GTDI I-4
2.7L Ti-VCT GTDI V-6
Drive type
4×4
4×4
Exhaust
Single
Single
Transmission type
7-Speed Manual/10-Speed Automatic
10-Speed Automatic
Horsepower (projected)
270
310
Torque (projected)
310
400
Compression ratio
10.0:1
10.0:1
Valve lifters
Direct Acting Mechanical Buckets
Roller Finger Follower
Engine block material
Aluminum
Compacted Graphite Iron (CGI)
Cylinder head material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Induction system
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel delivery
Direct injection
Ported Fuel/Direct injection (PFDI)
Fuel (minimum)
Regular unleaded
Regular unleaded
EPA-Estimated Ratings Four Wheel Drive (Actual mileage will vary)
Vehicle not rated at the time of release
Vehicle not rated at time of release
Chassis
Front suspension
Front: Independent HOSS (High-Performance, Off-Road, Stability, Suspension) System with twin alloy A-arms and coil-over springs for optimum off-road stability and control with available HOSS System with Bilstein Position-Sensitive Dampers.
Rear suspension
Rear: Solid five-link rear axle HOSS (High-Performance, Off-Road, Stability, Suspension) System with coil-over springs for optimum off-road capability and durability with available HOSS System with Bilstein Position-Sensitive Dampers.
Traction assist
AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control )
Brakes
Power 4-wheel disc with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Steering
Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)
Transmission
Body Style
Engine
Transmission
Available Features
Max. Trailer Weight Up-to (Lbs.)
2-Door
2.3L EcoBoost
Manual
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
2-Door
2.3L EcoBoost
Automatic
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
2-Door
2.7L EcoBoost
Automatic
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
4-Door
2.3L EcoBoost
Manual
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
4-Door
2.3L EcoBoost
Automatic
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
4-Door
2.7L EcoBoost
Automatic
Class II Trailer Tow Package
3,500
Capability
Capability
2-Door
4-Door
Approach Angle (Deg.)
35.5(Base)-43.2(with 35″ tire)
35.5(Base)-43.2(with 35″ tire)
Breakover Angle (Deg.)
21.1(Base)-29.0(with 35″ tire)
20.0(Base)-26.3(with 35″ tire)
Departure Angle (Deg.)
29.8(Base)-37.2(with 35″ tire)
29.7(Base)-37.0(with 35″ tire)
Ramp Travel Index (Badlands only) Stabilizer bar connected/disconnected
560/700
500/620
Ground Clearance
8.4(Base)-11.6(with 35″ tire)
8.3(Base)-11.5(with 35″ tire)
Water Fording (max.)
33.5″(with 33 & 35″ tire)
33.5″(with 33 & 35″ tire)
Warranty
2 Door
4 Door
Bumper to Bumper: 3 years / 36,000 miles Powertrain: 5 years / 60,000 miles Safety Restraint System: 5 years / 60,000 miles Corrosion (Perforation only): 5 years / Unlimited miles Roadside Assistance Program: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Bumper to Bumper: 3 years / 36,000 miles Powertrain: 5 years / 60,000 miles Safety Restraint System: 5 years / 60,000 miles Corrosion (Perforation only): 5 years / Unlimited miles Roadside Assistance Program: 5 years / 60,000 miles
