The 2025 Bronco lineup packs seven different trim levels, each bringing its own mix of off-road capability and daily driving comfort. From the budget-friendly Base model to the desert-dominating Raptor, Ford’s built something for everyone who craves adventure. Let’s break down what makes each trim special and help you figure out which one actually matches how you plan to use it.

• The Base trim starts around $37,995 and becomes a serious rock crawler when paired with the optional Sasquatch Package for $8,460.
• Mid-range options like Big Bend and Outer Banks balance family comfort with weekend adventure capability, offering carpeted floors and heated seats.
• The Raptor sits at the top with 418 horsepower, 37-inch tires, and FOX Live Valve dampers built for extreme terrain and high-speed desert runs.

Breaking Down the Bronco Lineup

When you start shopping for a Bronco, you’ll find seven distinct trim levels for 2025. Each one serves a different purpose, and figuring out Ford Bronco trim levels means looking at what you actually need versus what just sounds cool. Base, Big Bend, Heritage Edition, Outer Banks, Badlands, Stroppe Edition, and Raptor each target specific buyers with different priorities.

Every Bronco comes standard with four-wheel drive and removable doors and roof panels. A base 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine makes 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a seven-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. Step up to the available 2.7-liter V6, and you get 330 horsepower with 415 lb-ft of torque. Raptor gets its own exclusive 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 pumping out 418 horsepower and 440 lb-ft.

Bronco Trim Level Comparison Chart

Trim Level	Starting Price	Engine	Key Features	Best For
Base	$37,995	2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp)	12-inch digital gauge cluster, LED headlamps, SYNC 4 (8-inch screen), rubber floors, cloth seats. Sasquatch Package optional.	Budget buyers who want maximum customization
Big Bend	$42,000+	2.3L EcoBoost I-4 (300 hp)	17-inch wheels, 32-inch all-terrain tires, Ford Co-Pilot360, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control.	Daily drivers with light off-road needs
Heritage Edition	$47,000+	2.3L or 2.7L EcoBoost	Sasquatch Package standard, plaid seats, retro 1966-inspired styling.	Buyers who want classic Bronco looks
Outer Banks	$47,000+	2.3L or 2.7L EcoBoost	Leather seats, carpeted floors, heated steering wheel, 18-inch wheels.	Families and comfort-focused drivers
Badlands	$50,000+	2.3L or 2.7L EcoBoost	Front stabilizer bar disconnect, Bilstein shocks, advanced G.O.A.T. modes.	Serious off-road enthusiasts
Stroppe Edition	New for 2025	2.7L EcoBoost V6	Baja-inspired styling, HOSS 3.0 suspension, 35-inch tires.	Performance-focused Bronco fans
Raptor	$80,000+	3.0L EcoBoost V6 (418 hp)	FOX Live Valve suspension, 37-inch tires, widebody design.	Extreme off-road and desert runners

The Sasquatch Package Makes a Real Difference

Available on Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, and Badlands (standard on Heritage, Stroppe, and Raptor), the Sasquatch Package costs around $6,000 to $8,000, depending on trim. You get 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels wrapped in 35-inch all-terrain tires, electronic-locking front and rear differentials, high-clearance suspension with position-sensitive Bilstein shocks, and a 4.7 final drive ratio.

If you’re buying primarily for off-road adventures, Sasquatch makes a huge difference in mud, sand, and rock crawling. The locking differentials prevent wheelspin where open diffs would leave you stuck. But if you’re mostly on pavement, expect 2-3 mpg worse fuel economy, more road noise, and a harsher ride. Spending $6,000+ on rarely-used capability doesn’t make sense for mall parking lots.

Should You Buy More or Less Bronco?

Most buyers make one of two mistakes: either overbuying or underbuying. A fully-loaded Badlands costs as much as some luxury SUVs, but you’ll waste that capability if you’re not hitting trails regularly. On the flip side, trying to add aftermarket lockers and suspension to a Base model costs about the same as buying a Badlands from the factory, minus the warranty coverage.

Think honestly about your usage. Weekend camping trips on forest service roads? Big Bend handles that fine. Rock crawling through Moab? You want Badlands or better. Daily commuting with occasional beach trips? Outer Banks gives you comfort without paying for extreme capability you won’t use.

Test Drive Before You Commit

Reading about specs only tells part of the story. Manual transmission feels completely different from the automatic. Two-door models are more maneuverable on tight trails but sacrifice rear passenger space. Four-door versions give you family practicality but add length in technical sections. You need actual seat time to understand these tradeoffs.

Gates Ford in Richmond, Kentucky, keeps a solid selection of Bronco models in stock so you can compare trims side by side. Their team knows the differences between each version and can set up test drives that let you feel how the Badlands handles compared to the Outer Banks. You can check out the Sasquatch Package in person, sit in both two-door and four-door configurations, and get straight answers about which options actually matter for your driving style. Having all the models in one place beats trying to track down different trims at multiple dealers across town.

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