The 2024 Ford Bronco is just around the corner. Our preview guide has the scoop on the upcoming version of Ford’s rugged midsize SUV.
Key Takeaways
- Rumor has it that the Bronco may introduce three new trim models, the Heritage+, Work, and Premium.
- Although a hybrid powertrain isn’t in the cards for 2024, these Broncos will be as rugged as ever.
- As usual, the Bronco will offer everything you need to crawl rocks and scale sand dunes, along with a heady dose of optional luxury.
- The 2024 Bronco order banks aren’t open just yet, but we’ll update this space when we learn more!
Are there any changes to the 2024 Ford Bronco?
Rumor has it that Ford announced some upcoming Bronco trim models at its Ford Capital Markets Day earlier this year: Work, Premium and Heritage+. At the moment, we can’t say for sure exactly what these trim models will entail or whether or not they’ll be included in the 2024 lineup! But we can speculate as to what your future Bronco options might be like.
As the name suggests, the Bronco Work is very likely a pared-down version of this rugged SUV. It’ll be light on features and cost, yet still trail-ready. The Premium also gives away a lot with its name. Presumably, it’s a high-end, luxury version of this capable SUV.
If you’re familiar with the Heritage trim models, which feature special styling meant to recall the original 1966 Ford Bronco, you can probably imagine what the Heritage+ will be like. In addition to those styling upgrades, though, we can only guess what that plus could indicate.
Will the 2024 Ford Bronco offer a plug-in hybrid powertrain?
Unfortunately, the Bronco’s rumored plug-in hybrid powertrain won’t arrive this year. Instead, it looks like this coveted powertrain may be on the horizon for the 2025 model year. Until we know more, we can rely on the Bronco’s tried-and-true powertrain lineup:
- Turbocharged 2.3L four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 325 lb-ft of torque) with seven-speed manual transmission or optional 10-speed automatic transmission
- Optional turbo 2.7L V6 (330 hp, 415 lb-ft) with 10-speed automatic
- Raptor-specific turbo 3.0L V6 (418 hp, 440 lb-ft)
- Four-wheel drive
Each of these engines will likely factor into the 2024 Bronco lineup. Although the base engine gives you plenty of power, the turbo V6 is widely available to help you crank up your capabilities. And the Raptor is likely to remain the most powerful option of the bunch, with its exclusive 418-horsepower V6.
Which features will be available for the 2024 Ford Bronco?
As far as features go, we expect the upcoming 2024 Bronco lineup to look a lot like last year’s round up. Right now, the Bronco is offered as eight trim models: Base, Big Bend, Black Diamond, Outer Banks, Badlands, Wildtrak, Everglades, and Raptor. With so much variation, there’s bound to be a Bronco trim model with the features you crave.
For instance, the Base model comes standard with rugged basics, like four-wheel drive and power accessories. It’s also home to a few savvy tech features, including the SYNC 4 infotainment system.
To add upscale features to your rugged ride, you can check out the Outer Banks model. For a solid off-road drive, there’s the Badlands and Wildtrak. Meanwhile, specialty models like the Raptor and Everglades help you roll through specific terrain conditions with optimal ease.
When can I order the 2024 Ford Bronco?
Ford has yet to officially announce the 2024 Bronco’s debut. However, we hope to see order banks open before the end of summer 2023! If all goes well, these rugged SUVs will hit the pavement (or the trail) before the end of year.