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Our 3 Favorite Things About the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport

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The Ford Bronco Sport lives up to its reputation for rugged capability while being a road-friendly compact SUV. Whether you like it for its off-road chops or just like how it looks, there’s a lot to love about the Bronco Sport.

Since its debut in 2021, the Bronco Sport has carved out its own place in the compact SUV segment. Here are a few of our favorite things about it.

Our 3 Favorite Things About the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport
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1. Off-Road Packages

When you hear the name Sasquatch, it may bring to mind the mythical character Bigfoot. That’s exactly what Ford had in mind when they came up with the Bronco Sport’s Sasquatch Packages. Ford got the hint that you’d appreciate a small SUV that could leave its mark when it came to off-roading. The Outer Banks and Badlands trims of the Bronco Sport have their own respective Sasquatch Packages that add features beyond those of your average compact SUV. The upgrade includes a more advanced all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, a HOSS suspension system, all-terrain tires, and appearance packages that fit their name and capabilities.

The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport with Sasquatch Package, seen from a front quarter angle

2. Modern Tech for Every Adventure

It’s clear that the Ford Bronco Sport welcomes an off-road adventure, but if you’re just looking for a small SUV for daily commuting, the Bronco Sport has your back there, too. The 2026 Bronco Sport offers features that most drivers will appreciate. Modern tech may be one of your top priorities when shopping for a car whose main duties will entail commuting. The Bronco Sport comes with Ford’s user-friendly SYNC 4 interface, which features Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and Alexa Built-In. We also love its standard 13.2-inch center display.

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3. Responsive G.O.A.T Modes

The Bronco Sport is equipped to take on various terrains and any type of weather thanks to Ford’s G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) modes. It comes standard with drive modes such as Normal, Slippery, Eco, Sport, and even Sand. The Badlands trim features special Mud/Ruts and Rock Crawl modes. If your weekend getaway includes rocks or mud, or if you’re on the road when the weather turns, you can feel a sense of security in the Ford Bronco Sport.

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