The Ford Bronco continues to be the sweet spot between everyday usability and serious off-road strength. For 2025, Ford fine-tuned the lineup and brought back a few familiar names. Here’s how the Badlands and Raptor trims stack up if you’re deciding which Bronco fits your kind of adventure.
Key Takeaways
- Ford brought back the Base trim for 2025 after discontinuing it last year.
- A retro-inspired Free Wheeling appearance package joins the lineup.
- The Wildtrak, Everglades, Heritage Limited Edition, and Black Diamond trims are no more.
Changes in the Full Ford Bronco Lineup for 2025
After a year hiatus, the Base trim returns as the entry-level option, and the new Free Wheeling package brings back a dose of ’70s nostalgia with bold, multicolor side striping. The added Sasquatch package raises the Bronco's suspension, Bilstein shocks, and 35-inch mud-terrain tires for off-roaders who want extra clearance and traction.
Ford retired the Wildtrak, Everglades, Heritage Limited, and Black Diamond models, though the Black Diamond name lives on as an appearance package for the Big Bend. Newly standard features include a 12-inch digital driver display, ambient footwell lighting, and more sound insulation. A heated steering wheel now comes standard on the Outer Banks, Badlands, and Raptor, while an optional 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system rounds out the premium upgrades. Ford also added a matte-clear paint-protection film, a Black Appearance package, and a limited Stroppe Special Edition for two-door models.
Comparing the Badlands vs Raptor Trims
Before diving into the high-end trims, it’s worth noting that every Bronco starts strong. All Broncos feature essential off-road tools like Trail Turn Assist, hill descent control, and hill start assist, which help manage steep grades and tight spaces on the trail.
Next, we need to mention the Big Bend because the Badlands trim builds on it—here, you get a full-size spare tire, carbonized gray wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, and Ford’s Mid Package, which adds heated seats, dual-zone climate control, and remote start.
The Badlands adds heavy-duty front and rear bumpers, skid plates, and rock rails to protect the body from trail damage. It rolls on 17-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-terrain tires and introduces a seven-mode terrain management system for conditions ranging from sand to rock crawl. Upgraded Bilstein dampers improve control and comfort off-road, and a set of prewired auxiliary switches makes it easier to add accessories.
The Raptor comes with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 delivering 418 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque, along with 37-inch all-terrain tires, a heavy-duty rear axle, and Fox shock absorbers designed for extreme suspension travel. A disconnecting front stabilizer bar boosts articulation on uneven terrain, while unique interior and exterior styling sets it apart visually. It also comes loaded with the contents of both the Sasquatch and Lux packages for a complete off-road and comfort setup.
Engine Options for 2025 Bronco Badlands and Raptor Models
Aside from the Raptor's 3.0-liter V6, trims come with a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 300 horsepower, while an available 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 pushes output to 330 horsepower. Both engines pair with either a seven-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission, depending on the setup.
Infotainment and Modern Tech in the 2025 Ford Bronco
Every 2025 Bronco gets a 12-inch SYNC infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A Wi-Fi hotspot is available via subscription, and you can add built-in navigation and a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Which Bronco Trim Is Best for You?
The Badlands is ideal if you want trail-focused capability without losing daily comfort, while the Raptor delivers raw power and the most advanced off-road engineering in the lineup. Visit our Lungahmer Ford showroom to test drive them side by side and find the Bronco that fits your kind of driving.