The 2025 Ford Bronco Sport may be smaller than the full-size Bronco, but it keeps that same outdoorsy attitude. It’s built for drivers who want real capability without needing a giant SUV. With more off-road gear and smarter tech for 2025, it’s ready for trails straight from the dealership. Here’s how the Badlands and Outer Banks trims stack up.
Key Takeaways
- The Sasquatch package adds trail-focused upgrades to the Badlands and Outer Banks.
- The Bronco Sport’s new 13.2-inch touchscreen replaces last year’s smaller unit.
- When properly equipped, the Bronco Sport can tow up to 2,700 pounds.
Changes for the Ford Bronco Sport in 2025
For this model year, the Sasquatch package joins the lineup, bringing steel skid plates, steel bumpers with a bull bar, and rear recovery hooks. It also adds 29-inch all-terrain tires and a touch more ground clearance. On the Outer Banks trim, Sasquatch brings a twin-clutch rear differential and upgraded all-wheel drive for better traction. The Badlands goes a little further with its own Bilstein rear dampers and tuned suspension for tougher trails.
The Bronco Sport also gets a major tech refresh. Every trim swaps out the old 8-inch screen for a larger 13.2-inch infotainment display with Ford’s faster, more modern SYNC 4 interface. A 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster is now standard, and adaptive cruise control joins the list of standard safety features. A few small design tweaks to the front and rear bumpers also make the 2025 model easy to spot.
The Outer Banks trim leans more toward comfort but still carries real off-road ability. It rides on 18-inch wheels and includes rain-sensing wipers, remote start, and leather upholstery. Heated, power-adjustable front seats with driver memory, dual-zone climate control, and a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel round out the cabin upgrades.
Opting for the Tech package adds a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and rear automatic braking, plus a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, built-in navigation, and HD radio.
The Badlands is the more rugged of the two, built for drivers who actually plan to hit the trail. It swaps in a larger 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine generating 250 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, along with an upgraded four-wheel-drive system and locking rear differential. The suspension is tuned for off-road use, and 33-inch all-terrain tires provide better grip on loose terrain. You’ll also get LED front lighting, two extra drive modes (Rally and Rock Crawl), and a forward-facing 180-degree trail camera. Inside, the Badlands includes perforated leather seats, power adjustments, heated front seats, and easy-to-clean rubberized flooring.
The Bronco Sport offers two engines, depending on the trim. The Outer Banks uses a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder that delivers solid everyday performance, while the Badlands steps up to a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder with 250 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. When paired with the available Class II Trailer Tow Package, the Badlands can tow up to 2,700 pounds.
Fuel economy for the Badlands sits at an estimated 21 mpg city and 26 mpg highway, balancing strength and efficiency for a small off-roader.
Are You Ready for Your New Ford Bronco Sport?
With the addition of the Sasquatch package, bigger screens, and smarter tech, the 2025 Bronco Sport feels tougher and more refined at the same time. Whether you prefer the comfort of the Outer Banks or the off-road grit of the Badlands, both are ready for adventure. Come take a closer look at Lungahmer Ford. you’ll see what all the fuss is about!