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2025 Ford Bronco: Price, Safety & Specifications

— IIHS, NHTSA, EPA, AAA, RepairPal

Among mid-range SUVs, the 2025 Ford Bronco falls below average for fuel cost. NHTSA has 14 recall campaigns on file, more than the 1.7 average for SUVs.

Starting MSRP
$38,995 - $79,995
EPA Combined MPG
20 MPG
Est. Annual Fuel Cost
$3,000 per year
EPA GHG Score
4 / 10
Recalls on File
14 recalls on file
EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
$3,250 more over 5 yrs
Owner Complaints
44 on file
Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
$1,382 per month
Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
$0.84
Brand Origin
United States
SafetyNot yet crash-tested
DFuel CostAbove-average fuel cost among gas SUVs
3.5/5ReliabilityRepairPal rating
14Recalls14 recalls since 2025

How we collect and verify data

Priced from $38,995 to $79,995, the 2025 Ford Bronco is one of 201 mid-range SUVs. Safety ratings, recall history, and ownership costs are all covered below.

Data Summary

2025 Ford Bronco at a Glance

Published crash-test coverage is incomplete for the 2025 Ford Bronco, and the currently available data does not surface a clear advantage over similar SUVs. The main caution is that the recall history needs a closer look.

Auto-generated from published safety, fuel-cost, reliability, recall, and cost data. It is informational only and not personal advice or a recommendation. How this works

Cautions in the data

  • Crash-test coverage is incomplete: NHTSA data is not available for this model yet.
  • There are 14 recalls on file, which is above the current SUVs average. Zero-recall cars 2025 →
  • Fuel cost is a real drawback here: Above-average fuel cost among gas SUVs. Cheapest SUVs to fuel 2025 →

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Crash testing is only as useful as the scenarios it covers. NHTSA and IIHS test overlapping but different crash types, giving the 2025 Ford Bronco a more thorough evaluation than either program provides alone.

How Did the 2025 Ford Bronco Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?

The 2025 Ford Bronco was evaluated by IIHS but fell short of Top Safety Pick criteria. The individual crash test results below show where it scored well and where it did not. Source: IIHS.

TestRating
Small Overlap FrontG Good
Moderate Overlap FrontM Marginal
SideG Good
HeadlightsM Marginal
Front Crash Prevention (Vehicle)A Acceptable
Front Crash Prevention (Pedestrian)M Marginal
Seat Belt RemindersG Good
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)A Acceptable

IIHS vehicle class: Midsize SUVs

Once you are comfortable with the crash test picture, the next thing to check is whether any safety-related defects have been found. All recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers.

Does the 2025 Ford Bronco Have Any Recalls?

With 14 recall campaigns on file, the 2025 Ford Bronco exceeds the 1.7 average for SUVs. Affected components include AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE), LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. Note that more recalls can indicate more proactive defect identification. All recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA.

14 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA.

Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE), LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY, SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

Most recent: March 2026

Units affected: 2,005,518

What Do 2025 Ford Bronco Owners Report to NHTSA?

NHTSA has 44 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Ford Bronco. This is above the average of 32 complaints for 2025 SUVs. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.

16 in the last 90 days · 42 in the last 12 months · most recent filed 2026-04-13

Safety-relevant complaints: At least one complaint includes crash reported, fire reported, injury reported. Review individual reports on NHTSA.gov for details.

Most-reported problem areas

  1. Electrical9
  2. Engine8
  3. ADAS / Safety Tech6
  4. Brakes6
  5. Speed Control5

Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.

Families drive more miles and make more trips. That makes fuel economy one of the biggest factors in the real cost of owning the 2025 Ford Bronco.

What Is the 2025 Ford Bronco Fuel Economy?

The 2025 Ford Bronco achieves up to 20 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,000. That is $892 more per year than the $2,108 average for mid-range SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).

TrimCombinedCityHighwayAnnual Fuel Cost
2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Big Bend 4WD GAS20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Outer Banks 4WD GAS20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Badlands 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Heritage Edition 4WD GAS20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Stroppe Edition 4WD GAS20 MPG1822$3,000 per year
Raptor 4WD GAS20 MPG1822$3,000 per year

Estimated 5-year fuel cost is $15,000 based on EPA data.

A family vehicle racks up miles fast. That means the hidden costs, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, matter as much as what you pay at the pump. AAA estimates them below.

What Does the 2025 Ford Bronco Cost to Own?

Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2025 Ford Bronco ranges from $118,415 to $162,415 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.

Maintenance$1,817 per year
Insurance$1,873 per year
Depreciation$5,074 per year
Registration & Taxes$862 per year
Financing$1,815 per year
Total (excluding fuel)$13,584 per year
Cost per mile$0.84 per mile

Families often prioritize safety features and cargo space over horsepower. The trim table below shows how those factors vary across the 2025 Ford Bronco lineup.

How Do the 2025 Ford Bronco Trims Compare?

With 9 trims priced from $38,995 to $79,995, the 2025 Ford Bronco offers a range of equipment levels. All trims use a Gasoline powertrain. MSRP figures below do not include destination, taxes, or dealer fees.

TrimBase MSRPCombined MPGEst. Annual Fuel CostHorsepowerCurb WeightEst. 5-Year Cost
2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$38,99520 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,319 lbs$118,415
4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$38,99520 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,957 lbs$118,415
Big Bend 4WD GAS$40,42020 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,499 lbs$119,840
Outer Banks 4WD GAS$47,94020 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,509 lbs$126,860
Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$49,58520 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,934 lbs$129,005
Badlands 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$49,58520 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,864 lbs$129,005
Heritage Edition 4WD GAS$51,47520 MPG$3,000 per year300 hp4,499 lbs$130,895
Stroppe Edition 4WD GAS$75,63520 MPG$3,000 per year330 hp$155,805
Raptor 4WD GAS$79,99520 MPG$3,000 per year418 hp5,733 lbs$162,415

The Ford Bronco lineup has contracted from 15 trims in 2024 to 9 trims in 2025. The entry price has decreased $635 since 2024.

New trims since 2024

added 2025

  • 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Big Bend 4WD GAS
  • Heritage Edition 4WD GAS
  • Stroppe Edition 4WD GAS

Trims no longer available

last available 2024

  • Big Bend 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Big Bend 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Black Diamond 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Black Diamond 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Heritage Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Heritage Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)
  • Everglades 4WD GAS
  • Wildtrak 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
  • Wildtrak 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
  • Heritage Limited Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
  • Heritage Limited Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)

Price changes since 2024

  • Raptor 4WD GAS $90,035 (2024) → $79,995 (2025) -$10,040
  • Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) $51,385 (2024) → $49,585 (2025) -$1,800
  • Badlands 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) $50,095 (2024) → $49,585 (2025) -$510
View full trim timeline (2024–2026)
Trim202420252026
Big Bend 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$39,630
20 MPG
Big Bend 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$40,370
20 MPG
Black Diamond 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$43,330
20 MPG
Black Diamond 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$44,070
20 MPG
Outer Banks 4WD GAS$47,940
20 MPG
$47,940
20 MPG
$48,090
20 MPG
Heritage Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$48,555
20 MPG
Heritage Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$49,475
20 MPG
Badlands 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$50,095
20 MPG
$49,585
20 MPG
$48,890
20 MPG
Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$51,385
20 MPG
$49,585
20 MPG
$48,890
20 MPG
Everglades 4WD GAS$55,520
20 MPG
Wildtrak 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)$60,225
20 MPG
Wildtrak 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)$60,765
20 MPG
Heritage Limited Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)$69,685
20 MPG
Heritage Limited Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)$71,105
20 MPG
Raptor 4WD GAS$90,035
20 MPG
$79,995
20 MPG
$79,995
20 MPG
2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$38,995
20 MPG
$40,495
20 MPG
4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)$38,995
20 MPG
$40,495
20 MPG
Big Bend 4WD GAS$40,420
20 MPG
$40,995
20 MPG
Heritage Edition 4WD GAS$51,475
20 MPG
$51,625
20 MPG
Stroppe Edition 4WD GAS$75,635
20 MPG
$69,995
20 MPG

Compare Trim Costs

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Buying the right trim is the short-term decision. The reliability section below addresses the long-term one: how often will this vehicle need repairs, and how much will they cost?

How Reliable Is the 2025 Ford Bronco?

RepairPal rates the 2025 Ford Bronco at 3.5 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for mid-range SUVs. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.

3.5/5.0RepairPal Rating

How confident is Ford in the 2025 Bronco? The warranty terms below show exactly what they are willing to cover and for how long.

What Warranty Does the 2025 Ford Bronco Come With?

Warranty coverage defines Ford's financial commitment if something fails. The terms below apply to all 2025 Bronco trims. Longer powertrain coverage reflects the manufacturer's confidence in drivetrain durability.

Basic Warranty3yr/36k
Powertrain Warranty5yr/60k
Corrosion Warranty5yr/unlimited
Roadside Assistance5yr/60k

What Are the 2025 Ford Bronco Specs?

Technical specifications for the 2025 Ford Bronco from manufacturer data. Engine size, horsepower, curb weight, and dimensions are shown for the primary configuration.

EPA vehicle class: Mid-size SUV

Engine2.3L I4, 2.7L V6, 3L V6
Horsepower300 - 418 hp
Power-to-Weight121.0 - 145.8 hp per ton
Price per HP$130 - $229
Torque325 - 440 lb-ft
Transmission7-speed manual, 10-speed shiftable automatic
Drive TypeFour-Wheel Drive
Fuel Typepremium unleaded (recommended)
Fuel Tank16.9 - 20.8 gal
Est. Range per Tank338 - 416 miles per tank (EPA combined)
Length173.2 - 191.0 in
Width75.9 - 85.7 in
Height71.9 - 78.6 in
Wheelbase100.4 - 116.5 in
Curb Weight4,319 - 5,733 lbs

What Changed for the 2025 Ford Bronco?

  • Number of available trims changed
  • Pricing changed across one or more trims
  • EPA fuel economy ratings changed
  • Recall status changed

All data shown for the 2025 Ford Bronco comes from EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, manufacturers, and selected third-party references. The safety and reliability data above is especially relevant for a vehicle your family depends on. Data is refreshed periodically.

Data coverage & source links

The following data categories are not yet available for the 2025 Ford Bronco: NHTSA has not yet published crash test results for this vehicle. Learn how we collect, verify, and present vehicle data.

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2025 Ford Bronco FAQ

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Which 2025 Ford Bronco trim has the lowest ownership cost?

Among 9 available trims, the 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $118,415, starting at $38,995 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $162,415. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.

What vehicles compete with the 2025 Ford Bronco?

The 2025 Ford Bronco competes with 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L, 2025 Kia Sorento Hybrid, and 2025 Dodge Durango based on price, size, and segment. Each of those vehicles has its own fact sheet with the same EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data shown here. Browse all 2025 SUVs.

What changed on the 2025 Ford Bronco from last year?

Compared to the previous model year, 5 new trims were added, 11 trims were dropped, and the entry price decreased by $635 for the Ford Bronco lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.

How much does a 2025 Ford Bronco cost per month to own?

Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2025 Ford Bronco include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $250 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,382 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.

Where is Ford based?

Ford is a United States-based automaker. The 2025 Ford Bronco may be assembled in a different country than where Ford is headquartered. Check the window sticker or VIN decoder for the specific assembly location of any individual vehicle. See our United States-brand cars 2025 list.

What other Ford models are available for 2025?

Each 2025 Ford vehicle has its own fact sheet. Data coverage varies by model. See the complete Ford lineup on our Ford models page.