You’ve waited a long time for the new 2021 Ford Bronco, and you’re ready to order. However, with seven trim levels and four packages to choose from, where do you begin?
A good place to start is knowing what you want to use your Bronco for. Are you a hardcore off-road junkie? Is driving off-road something completely new to you? Do you prefer a little luxury in your car that you can still get dirty? We’ve got some answers for you.
2021 Ford Bronco Base (starting at $28,500/2-door, $33,200 4-door)
The base Bronco comes with a lot of standard equipment. It gets a 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder engine (275 hp/315 lb-ft torque) and a 7-speed manual transmission.
This no-frills option still gets 4×4 capability, five G.O.A.T. (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) modes in the Terrain Management System, and Ford Co-Pilot360 basic features.
If you’re planning on modifying your Bronco yourself, this is the one to get. A larger 2.7-liter V6 (330 hp/415 lb-ft torque) for an additional $1,895 with an automatic transmission, a $1,595 upgrade, can also be had here.
You can add the off-road juggernaut Sasquatch Package to any trim, including the Base model for $4,200. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Base models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco Big Bend (starting at $33,385/2-door, $35,880/4-door)
If you’re just learning the off-roading ropes or only get out into the wild on occasion, the Big Bend is a great place to start.
There are six drive modes available here. Mud/Ruts is added to the Terrain Management System.
You also get larger 32-inch all-terrain tires. LED fog lights and leather-wrapped steering wheel are added.
Ford’s Mid Package ($1,495) of upgrades is optional on the Big Bend and includes additional driver assistance features, including blind-spot warnings with cross-traffic alerts and a lane-keeping system.
You’ll get Ford’s great off-road tech that includes Trail Control, and Trail turn assist comes standard on all Bronco’s with the 10-speed automatic transmission, and Trail One-Pedal Drive gets added if you opt for the upgraded V6 engine.
The Big Bend trim gets decent extras at a decent price and for the off-roading newbie is a great place to start. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Big Bend models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco Big Bend includes:
17-inch carbonized gray-painted aluminum wheels – upgrades the look of the Bronco and fits a larger tire.
32-inch Bridgestone Dueler all-terrain tires – these offer up more sidewall protection.
Ford’s Sync 4 Infotainment system – it’s an intuitive setup and includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob – adds a touch of luxury to the Bronco’s interior.
2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond (starting at $36,050/2-door, $38,545/4-door)
As its name suggests, the Black Diamond trim ups the ante for the more regular off-road enthusiast. This model includes a heavy-duty modular front bumper and steel rear bumper, heavy-duty protective bash plates under your truck, and rock rails to protect your door panels.
It also gets seven G.O.A.T. modes, a locking rear differential, and marine-grade vinyl-trimmed seats.
Upgrading to the Mid Package is also an option here, as is snagging the bigger engine and automatic transmission. As always, the Sasquatch Package can be had here, too.
The Black Diamond trim without the Sasquatch might be the best value sleeper for those really into more hardcore off-roading on a budget. You get a lot of bang for your bucking Bronco and some serious off-road capability and protection. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond includes:
17-inch black-painted wheels – black wheels look great on the Bronco.
Six auxiliary switches – these allow owners to customize and add aftermarket accessories, including lightbars and refrigerators.
Drain plugs in rubber flooring – washing out the inside of your truck after a day of playing in the mud was never so easy.
2021 Ford Bronco Outer Banks (starting at $38,955/2-door, $41,450/4-door)
If getting off the beaten path in luxury is important to you, then you might want to enlist for the Outer Banks Bronco. While you only get six G.O.A.T. modes, you get the upgraded Mid Package standard.
Other appearance extras include heated seats, body-color exterior mirror caps, door handles and fender flares, and 18-inch black wheels for your 32-inch all-terrain tires.
The optional High ($1,295) and Lux ($3,590) packages make themselves available to you on the Outer Banks. Those amenities include a larger 12-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera, and some additional sound dampening for a quieter in-cabin experience.
The Lux package tacks on more money, but you can ride in style with adaptive cruise control, an amped-up audio system, a heated steering wheel, and a voice-activated navigation system.
The Outer Banks would be the Bronco to get if you’re looking for more of those creature comforts and conveniences in your everyday vehicle that you also happen to plow through mountains of dirt on the weekends with friends. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Outer Banks models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco Outer Banks includes:
Powder-coated tube steps with a non-slip surface – These help get in and out of the Bronco.
18-inch black-painted machine-faced aluminum wheels – These step up the visual appearance of the Bronco but still have capable 32-inch tires.
3,500-pound towing capacity – Can tow smaller toys like adventure bikes or watercraft.
Nine base colors – Available as options are the standout Rapid Red and Cyber Orange.
Hardtop with sound-deadening headliner – Makes for a quieter, more refined ride inside the cabin.
2021 Ford Bronco Badlands (starting at $42,095/2-door, $44,590/4-door)
If you’re already a bona fide baller over huge obstacles, then the Badlands Bronco is the one for you. This trim level comes with all the bells and whistles to get you even farther off the grid.
Seven G.O.A.T. modes, including Rock Crawl and Baja, are yours. You get 33-inch tires on 17-inch wheels that are optionally beadlock capable.
The Badlands even gets its own suspension with a disconnecting front sway bar.
Leather-trimmed seats are optional in addition to the Mid, High, and Lux Packages of extras.
Yes, you can still upgrade to the Sasquatch Package if you want to blow out your Badlands, but this doesn’t make as much sense as a lot of things are doubled up here, including the rear locking differential. If Sasquatch is a must, we’d recommend doing it on a lower trim level to maximize your dollars. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Badlands models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco Badlands includes:
Heavy-duty modular front bumper, powder-coated steel rear bumper – Both add protection from rocks skipping up and damaging sheet metal.
Marine-grade vinyl-trimmed seats – More washable and durable than leather, these seats add visual appeal and toughness to the interior.
Disconnecting front sway bar – Not only does this improve articulation over difficult terrain, but it also makes for a smoother ride below 20 miles an hour on rough roads.
Rear-locking differential – This adds increased traction when rock crawling or going over slippery or muddy terrain.
2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak (starting at $46,980/2-door, $49,475/4-door)
The Wildtrak gets even more specialized for high-speed Baja-type driving, so it might not be for everyone. If all-out desert running is your thing, then Wildtrak is your Bronco. It includes the Sasquatch package standard as well as the larger 2.7-liter V6 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission.
You can upgrade to the High and Lux packages, as well as leather-trimmed seats, same as on the Badlands. The extra Baja G.O.A.T. drive mode also comes standard, as does the advanced 4×4 system with automatic on-demand engagement. If you’re a pro out there, then the Wildtrak’s got your name on it right alongside Ford’s. See the 2021 Ford Bronco Wildtrak models for sale near you
2021 Ford Bronco First Edition (starting price $56,915/2-door, $61,110/4-door)
For those wanting a collector’s item, the First Edition seems like the trim to buy. It gets all of the Badlands mechanicals as well as the Sasquatch and Lux packages. First Edition graphics remind everyone you were one of the first to snag a Bronco and are thus ahead of the curve.
But alas, only 3,500 of the 2- and 4-door versions each were made, and all 7,000 models are already spoken for.
