2026 Ford Bronco: Dacono Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 Ford Bronco at a Glance
The 2026 Bronco is sold in seven trims, with starting MSRPs of $41,295 for Base, $41,995 for Big Bend, $48,190 for Outer Banks, $48,890 for Badlands, $52,125 for Heritage Edition, $69,995 for Stroppe Edition and $79,995 for Raptor, each before Ford's $1,995 destination charge. Four-wheel drive is standard everywhere, and three turbocharged EcoBoost engines cover the lineup: a 2.3L four-cylinder at up to 300 hp, a 2.7L V6 at up to 330 hp, and the Raptor's own 3.0L V6 at 418 hp. Base and Badlands are the only trims still sold as two-doors. Interstate Ford is at 120 Laura Court in Dacono, right off the I-25 corridor north of Denver.
A Bronco shopper's map of the Front Range
Dacono sits in Weld County, a short run up I-25 from the north Denver suburbs, and it is the kind of address that works for a lot of different Bronco buyers at once. Someone in Longmont or Boulder is thinking about trailheads west of town and ski weekends on I-70. A buyer in Erie, Firestone or Frederick is more likely to be hauling a trailer to a reservoir or heading out to the open prairie east of the interstate. Broomfield drivers split the difference. The Bronco is one of the few vehicles on the lot that makes sense for all of those trips, which is why this guide starts with the whole family of trims before it narrows down.
It also helps that every 2026 Bronco is a four-wheel-drive vehicle from the factory. There is no two-wheel-drive version to order by accident. For a state where a Tuesday can start sunny and end with snow on the pavement, that removes one decision from an already long list.
Three engines, and why altitude changes the conversation
The base engine is a 2.3L turbocharged four. Ford rates it at 300 hp and 325 lb-ft on premium fuel and 275 hp and 315 lb-ft on regular, and the EPA lists 20 mpg combined for the standard-tire automatic. Stepping up to the 2.7L twin-turbo V6 brings 330 hp and 415 lb-ft on premium (315 and 410 on regular). It is standard on Stroppe Edition and an available upgrade on Outer Banks, Badlands and Heritage Edition. The Raptor gets a separate 3.0L V6 with 418 hp and 440 lb-ft that no other Bronco offers.
Turbocharging matters more in Colorado than it does at sea level. The air is thinner at roughly 5,000 feet, and thinner again once you climb toward the passes, so engines that force air in recover a lot of what a naturally aspirated engine would lose. Nobody buys a Bronco for its mileage (it is a tall, square vehicle on big tires), but the choice among engines is a real one: the four is the sensible daily driver, the V6 adds the muscle that highway merging and trailer towing like, and the Raptor is its own conversation. Towing tops out at 3,500 pounds on the 2.3L and 2.7L and 4,500 on the Raptor.
Pick your trim
Bronco Base
from $41,295 MSRP
The way in: two-door or four-door, with a manual gearbox available and the Sasquatch Package on the options list.
Bronco Big Bend
from $41,995 MSRP
A four-door with privacy glass, a leather-wrapped wheel and the equipment that most of the higher trims start from.
Bronco Outer Banks
from $48,190 MSRP
The comfort pick: power front seats, carpeted floors, painted-roof options and an optional V6.
Bronco Badlands
from $48,890 MSRP
Built for rough trails in two-door or four-door form, with Bilstein dampers and a front stabilizer-bar disconnect.
Bronco Heritage Edition
from $52,125 MSRP
Retro graphics, plaid seats and a white hardtop on a four-door that rides on standard 35-inch tires.
Bronco Stroppe Edition
from $69,995 MSRP
A four-door with the V6 as standard, FOX bypass dampers and Code Orange accents.
Bronco Raptor
from $79,995 MSRP
The top Bronco: 418 hp, 13.1 inches of clearance and 37 inches of fording depth.
Trim names are only half the picture. Packages move the price and the capability, so the pricing and leasing guide walks through how the numbers stack up for a Colorado registration, and the service and repair guide covers what ownership looks like after the paperwork.
Doors off, roof off, and what to plan for
Every Bronco can lose its doors and its roof, and that is a big part of the appeal. It does change how you live with the vehicle. Hard tops are heavier than they look and are easier to remove with a second person; soft tops are lighter but need more care in the cold. Front Range weather adds its own twist, because afternoon thunderstorms in summer can arrive fast and hail is part of life along the I-25 corridor. Most owners settle into a rhythm of open-air driving from late spring through early fall and closed-up commuting the rest of the year.
What Dacono Bronco buyers say
Interstate Ford holds a 4.7-star average across roughly 3,900 Google reviews, and plenty of the Bronco ones read like a buyer who is still a little surprised at how easy it was. Jason D. wrote in August 2026: “This was the easiest car buying experience I have had in 30 years of buying cars. I got a great deal on a great new Ford Bronco and everyone was great to work with.” Kristy L. posted in January: “I just bought a new Ford Bronco and the process was so quick and easy! I literally never had a car buying experience so pleasant!” And Ryan D. put it plainly in his December review: “Of the 7 cars I've owned, this bronco is my favorite.”
Frequently asked questions
Is Ford changing the Bronco for 2026?
The 2026 lineup keeps the seven-trim structure, with Base and Badlands as the only two-door choices and every other trim built as a four-door, and Outer Banks gains a 60th Anniversary Edition. Ford has also announced a Filson model and an RTR model for the 2027 model year, but this guide covers the 2026 Bronco trims you can compare today.
How much is a fully loaded 2026 Bronco?
The price ladder starts at $41,295 for Base and reaches $79,995 for the Raptor before the $1,995 destination charge, and options such as the Sasquatch Package, the V6 engine and appearance packages sit on top of the starting figure. The easiest way to see a specific total is to build the exact vehicle on Ford's site or ask the dealership for an itemized quote on a unit you like.
Is the Bronco worth the money?
For most buyers the answer comes down to how much of the capability they will actually use. A Big Bend with the 2.3L covers daily driving, family trips and light trails, while Badlands and above are worth it for people who regularly leave the pavement. The Bronco also has a strong following, which is useful to know when you are thinking about long-term ownership.
Is the Bronco a luxury vehicle?
Not in the traditional sense. It is a rugged four-wheel-drive SUV first, though Outer Banks adds power seats, a bright-trim exterior and an available Lux Package for buyers who want more comfort to go with the capability.
Where can I see a 2026 Bronco near Longmont, Erie or Broomfield?
Interstate Ford keeps its new Bronco inventory online and shows the lineup at 120 Laura Court in Dacono. You can also read the dealership's own Ford Bronco page, or book a time through the test drive form so the trim you care about is ready when you arrive.
See the lineup in person
A spec sheet can make a Base and a Raptor look related. Behind the wheel they feel like different vehicles, so the best comparison happens in person. Interstate Ford serves Dacono, Longmont, Erie, Broomfield, Firestone, Frederick and Boulder from 120 Laura Court, with sales open Monday through Saturday, and the team is happy to line up a couple of trims side by side before you decide.
All 2026 Ford Bronco guides
- 2026 Ford Bronco buyers guide
- 2026 Ford Bronco Base
- 2026 Ford Bronco Big Bend
- 2026 Ford Bronco Outer Banks
- 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands
- 2026 Ford Bronco Heritage Edition
- 2026 Ford Bronco Stroppe Edition
- 2026 Ford Bronco Raptor
- Ford Bronco service & repair in Dacono
- 2026 Ford Bronco pricing & leasing in Dacono
Prices are the manufacturer's published starting MSRPs for each trim. They leave out the $1,995 destination charge, taxes, title, registration and any dealer-installed items, and the dealership determines the final selling price. The 2.3L and 2.7L power ratings assume premium gasoline; regular gasoline produces somewhat less. Fuel economy comes from EPA listings and your own mileage will vary. Production changes can alter equipment and package availability, so confirm any detail with Interstate Ford before relying on it. Quoted comments are taken from public Google reviews of Interstate Ford.