2026 Ford Bronco Updates: What’s New?

What’s new for the 2026 Ford Bronco? Ford is celebrating the Bronco’s 60th anniversary with new heritage-inspired options while continuing to expand the ways buyers can customize its off-road capability.

The biggest 2026 Ford Bronco updates include a new 60th Anniversary Package, the return of the Wildtrak name as an available package, additional painted-roof combinations, new convenience features, and several appearance choices.

One thing that did not arrive for 2026 is the long-rumored Bronco hybrid. The current lineup continues with three turbocharged gasoline engines.

Here’s a closer look at what changed and what Treasure Coast shoppers should know before choosing a 2026 Bronco.

2026 Bronco 60th Anniversary Package

The headline addition for 2026 celebrates six decades since Ford introduced the original Bronco in 1965.

Available exclusively on the Bronco Outer Banks, the 60th Anniversary Package combines retro styling with modern off-road equipment.

Highlights include:

• Wimbledon White exterior treatment
• Available contrasting Ruby Red Metallic roof
• 60th Anniversary badging and graphics
• Special leather-trimmed interior details
• Unique 17-inch wheels
• Standard Sasquatch® Package

That last item is important. The anniversary model is not just an appearance package. The included Sasquatch Package adds serious trail hardware, including 35-inch tires, increased ground clearance, and electronic-locking front and rear axles.

Wildtrak Returns for the 2026 Bronco

The Wildtrak name returns during the 2026 model year, but this time as an available equipment package rather than a standalone trim.

Ford offers the Wildtrak Package exclusively on four-door Bronco Badlands models.

It combines several desirable performance upgrades:

• 330-hp 2.7L EcoBoost® V6
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Sasquatch® Package
• HOSS 3.0 suspension with FOX™ internal bypass dampers
• Black Appearance Package

That makes it an interesting option for buyers who want more high-speed off-road capability than a standard Badlands without stepping all the way up to the Bronco Raptor.

For a closer comparison of the lineup, see our Ford Bronco trim guide.

More Ways to Customize the 2026 Bronco

Ford has also expanded visual customization for 2026.

Outer Banks and Bronco Raptor buyers gain additional painted-roof combinations, while Ford has added colors such as Avalanche Gray across portions of the lineup.

Mid-year 2026 updates also add available SecuriCode keyless entry, which can be especially convenient when hiking, boating, or spending time outdoors and you do not want to keep a key in your pocket.

All 2026 Bronco models also include one year of the Ford Connectivity Package, which provides connected features including hotspot data and supported audio and video streaming.

The familiar removable-door and removable-roof design remains a major part of the Bronco experience.

Is There a 2026 Ford Bronco Hybrid?

No—not in the current 2026 Ford Bronco lineup.

Earlier rumors suggested that an electrified Bronco could eventually join the family, but Ford currently lists three gasoline EcoBoost engines for the 2026 model:

• 2.3L EcoBoost I-4: up to 300 horsepower
• 2.7L EcoBoost V6: up to 330 horsepower
• 3.0L EcoBoost V6: 418 horsepower in the Bronco Raptor

So shoppers should not confuse speculation about a future Bronco hybrid with something currently available for the 2026 model year.

All Bronco models continue to come with four-wheel drive, while available G.O.A.T. Modes®, locking differentials, Sasquatch equipment, and upgraded HOSS suspension systems allow buyers to increase off-road capability depending on trim.

2026 Ford Bronco Trim Lineup

Ford offers the 2026 Bronco in several configurations designed for different levels of comfort and off-road performance:

• Base: A straightforward starting point with standard 4×4 and plenty of customization potential
• Big Bend: Adds more everyday comfort and available upgrades
• Outer Banks: Focuses more heavily on premium styling and convenience
• Badlands: Built around serious trail capability and customization
• Heritage Edition: Retro styling combined with standard Sasquatch capability
• Stroppe Edition: Baja-inspired performance with a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and HOSS 3.0 suspension
• Raptor: The highest-performance Bronco, powered by a 418-hp 3.0L EcoBoost V6

If most of your driving happens on pavement, you do not necessarily need the most aggressive Bronco. Our guide to using the 2026 Ford Bronco as a daily driver explains how trim, tires, roof choice, and suspension can affect everyday comfort.

How Capable Is the 2026 Ford Bronco?

The fundamentals that made the current-generation Bronco popular remain intact.

Every 2026 Bronco comes with four-wheel drive, and buyers can choose from up to seven G.O.A.T. Modes depending on model. The available Sasquatch Package adds 35-inch rugged-terrain tires, electronic-locking front and rear axles, and additional ground clearance.

Most Bronco models can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, while Bronco Raptor can tow up to 4,500 pounds.

For Florida drivers, that combination can work well for sandy trails, boat ramps, outdoor recreation, and weekend adventures while still allowing the Bronco to function as an everyday SUV.

If you are also considering its closest traditional rival, see our 2026 Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler comparison.

2026 Ford Bronco FAQ

Did the Ford Bronco get redesigned for 2026?

No. The 2026 Bronco continues the current generation rather than introducing a complete redesign. The changes focus on new packages, appearance choices, equipment availability, and special-edition content.

Is there a hybrid Ford Bronco for 2026?

No. The current 2026 Bronco lineup uses turbocharged gasoline EcoBoost engines. Ford does not currently list a Bronco hybrid or plug-in hybrid for the 2026 model year.

Is Wildtrak back for 2026?

Yes. Wildtrak returns as an available package for the four-door Bronco Badlands rather than as its own standalone trim.

What is special about the 60th Anniversary Bronco?

The available 60th Anniversary Package for Outer Banks combines heritage-inspired Wimbledon White styling and special badging with the off-road-focused Sasquatch Package.

Explore the 2026 Ford Bronco at Essential Ford of Stuart

The 2026 Bronco gives shoppers more ways to personalize one of Ford’s most distinctive SUVs, whether you want an everyday Outer Banks, a trail-focused Badlands, a retro-inspired Heritage Edition, or the high-performance Raptor.

Browse new Ford Bronco inventory at Essential Ford of Stuart or contact our team to schedule a test drive.

Call us at (772) 287-0955 or visit us at 4000 SE Federal Highway in Stuart, FL.