Here’s what we know so far about the new Ford Bronco;

It’s not a 2020 Bronco, the model year is a 2021 Ford Bronco. There are thee different models; a 2-door, a 4-door and a Sport model. All models are 4×4 and come with an exclusive drive mode system. An off-road inspired SUV, it will come with a badge of “Built Wild”. This article focuses on the 2 and 4-door models.

Built for a thrilling off-road adventure, says, Ford. G.O.A.T means Goes Over Any Terrain and was the original code name for the Bronco project back in ’66 and now decribes the various drive modes in the SUV.

2021 Ford Bronco

“Similar to the first-generation model, Bronco’s square proportions, short overhangs, and wide stance are optimized for off-road adventure,” said Paul Wraith, the new Bronco chief designer. “The side profile features a flat, no-nonsense surface with clear-cut edges and robustly flared fenders. Large, open wheel wells are a modular design with a quick-release attachment for simple customization.

Roof panels are removable on the 2-door and 4-door models.

Choosing a Trim level on the 2-door and 4-door Bronco

With 7 different trim levels to choose from, we summarize the key feature differences between them. All of these Bronco’s are available in a 2-door or 4-door configuration and are all 4×4.

If the 10-speed automatic transmission with Trail Control isn’t standard, it’s an option on every model.

Base

  • 2.3L EcoBoost
  • Cloth seats
  • Carpet flooring
  • 8″ touchscreen with SYNC4
  • 7-speed manual transmission with crawler gear
  • Available 35″ tires with Sasquatch package
  • 5 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system
  • 16″ wheels
  • 30″ all-season tires
  • LED headlamps
  • Black door handles, mirror covers, fender flares and tie-down hooks
  • Push-button start
  • Manual A/C
  • Sasquatch package available as an extra
  • Starts at $28,500 MSRP

Big Bend

  • 2.3L EcoBoost
  • Cloth seats
  • LED fog lamps
  • Carbonized grey grille
  • Privacy glass
  • 7-speed manual transmission with crawler gear
  • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
  • 6 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system
  • 17″ wheels
  • 32″ all-terrain tires
  • Black door handles, mirror covers, fender flares and tie-down hooks
  • Sasquatch and Mid package available as extras
  • Starts at $33,385 MSRP

Black Diamond

  • 2.3L EcoBoost
  • Marine-grade vinyl seats
  • 7-speed manual transmission with crawler gear
  • 7 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system
  • A heavy-duty modular front bumper and powder-coated steel rear bumper
  • Aux switches in the overhead console
  • Rock Rails and bash plates
  • Black door handles, mirror covers, fender flares and tie-down hooks
  • Available as an extra are the Sasquatch and Mid packages
  • Start at $36,050 MSRP

Outer Banks

  • 2.3L EcoBoost
  • 10-speed automatic transmission with Trail Control
  • 6 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system
  • 18″ black aluminum wheels
  • LED headlamps and tail lamps
  • Heated front cloth seats
  • Body-color matching door handles, mirror covers and fender flares
  • Powder-coated tube steps
  • Reversing sensors
  • Electronic automatic temperature control
  • 2-Door Intelligent Access with lock/unlock
  • Ford Co-Pilot 360
  • Remote Start System (automatic transmission only)
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Info System, Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Keep System
  • Sasquatch, High and Lux packages available as an extra option
  • Starts at $38,955 MSRP

Badlands

new Bronco
  • 2.3L EcoBoost
  • 7-speed manual transmission with crawler gear
  • 7 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system including Baja and Rock Crawl
  • 17″ aluminum wheels painted grey
  • 33″ all-terrain tires
  • Badlands suspension
  • Front stabilizer bar disconnect
  • Heavy-duty modular front bumper
  • Powder-coated steel rear bumper
  • Aux switches overhead
  • Rubber flooring with drain plugs
  • Marine-grade vinyl seats
  • Automatic on-demand 4×4
  • Black door handles, mirror covers, fender flares and tie-down hooks
  • Sasquatch, Mid, High and Lux packages available as extras
  • Starts at $42,095 MSRP
new Bronco drain plug
On select models, rubberized washable flooring is available with integrated drain plugs to make cleanup simple and quick.
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Bronco 2-door and 4-door. Photo: Ford.

Wildtrak

  • 2.7L EcoBoost
  • 10-speed automatic transmission with Trail Control
  • 7 G.O.A.T modes on the terrain management system including Baja
  • Modular hardtop painted black
  • Wildtrak hood graphic
  • Carpet flooring
  • Cloth seats with heated front row
  • Automatic on-demand 4×4
  • 2-Door Intelligent Access with lock/unlock
  • Ford Co-Pilot 360
  • Remote Start System (automatic transmission only)
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Blind Spot Info System, Cross-Traffic Alert, Lane Keep System
  • 17″ black-painted aluminum beadlock-capable wheels with 35″ mud-terrain tires
  • Front and rear locking axles
  • Position-sensitive Bilstein shock absorbers
  • High clearance fender flare
  • 4.7 final drive ratio
  • High package and Lux packages available
  • Starts at $48,875 MSRP

First Edition

Only 3500 of the new Bronco First Edition is available.

Bronco interior example, new Bronco
2021 Bronco two-door features class-leading open-air design roof and instrument panel inspired by the first-generation Bronco, with intuitive, clearly visible gauges and controls in this prototype version (not representative of production model). Prototype not representative of the production model. Ford.
  • 2.7L EcoBoost
  • 10-speed automatic transmission with Trail Control
  • Leather-trimmed seats with heated front row and 10-way power driver’s seat
  • Carpet flooring
  • Safari bar
  • First Edition hood
  • Black-painted modular hardtop
  • Unique interior
  • Automatic on-demand 4×4
  • 17″ black-painted aluminum beadlock-capable wheels with 35″ mud-terrain tires
  • Front and rear locking axles
  • Position-sensitive Bilstein shock absorbers
  • High clearance fender flare
  • 4.7 final drive ratio
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Wireless charging pad
  • B&O premium audio
  • Evasive steering assist
  • Universal garage door opener
  • 2 addition USB ports for charging
  • Starts at $59,305 MSRP (reservations currently full).

On top of all the standard features on each trim level, there several packages and upgrades available.

Which new Bronco trim level/model would you choose? Do you think the new Bronco is a good fit for Wyoming? Let us know in the comments below.

Ford is currently taking reservations online for a refundable $100 deposit. Simply select the model you want, enter your ZIP, and choose a dealership to deliver your vehicle when it’s ready. Later in the year, you will be able to finalize and customize your order. Delivery is expected to be spring 2021.

Reserve a new Bronco.