2026 vs 2027 Ford Bronco: What Changed
2026 vs 2027 · What changed
2026 vs 2027 Ford Bronco: What Changed
The 2027 Bronco gains a stronger V6 and two new series but loses some standard features. Here's every change that matters before you choose a leftover 2026 or order a 2027.
- +2new series (RTR, Filson)
- −2.7LV6 deleted
- 5Gmodem now std
- Oct 132027 banks opened (reported)
Home › Ford Bronco Guide › 2026 vs 2027 Bronco · Last updated October 31, 2026
Short answer: The 2027 Ford Bronco drops the 2.7L V6 for a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (380 hp / 440 lb-ft, reported), adds the 4-door-only RTR and Filson series, drops the Stroppe Edition, turns Wildtrak into a Badlands package, and removes some content from Mid and Lux packages. A well-equipped 2026 can be the better value if you want remote start or leather on an Outer Banks.
2027 Bronco pricing: Ford had not published full 2027 MSRPs as of October 31, 2026. Price signals here are reported (The Bronco Nation, Oct 12, 2026) and will be replaced with Ford's numbers once published.
Side by side
| Item | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Optional V6 | 2.7L EcoBoost (verify specs vs 2026 order guide) | 3.0L EcoBoost, 380 hp / 440 lb-ft (reported), auto only |
| Series | Included Stroppe Edition; Wildtrak as a series | Stroppe deleted; Wildtrak = Badlands pkg 67B; RTR and Filson added |
| Outer Banks seats | Leather std (per 2026 drafts — verify) | Cloth (Mid) or premium vinyl (Lux 314A); Mid lost power seats |
| Remote start / extra USB | In OBX std and Mid packages | Removed from OBX std and Big Bend/Badlands Mid |
| B&O audio on some Lux | 12 speakers | 10 speakers (12-speaker 58P optional) |
| LED signature lamps (OBX) | Standard | Factory option 68S |
| Big Bend Mid | No heated wheel | Heated steering wheel added |
| Modem | 4G | 5G standard |
| Ford oval | Black (in Black Appearance) | Blue oval standard |
| Colors | Velocity Blue, Orange Fury | Both deleted; Neptune Blue added; Field Green and Iron Sands Copper (Filson) |
Source: 2027 order guide and The Bronco Nation (Oct 12, 2026). 2026 column comes from prior drafts; verify against Ford's 2026 order guide.
What 2027 does better
- More power with the 3.0L V6 and it's offered on Heritage and 4-door Badlands.
- RTR and Filson fill gaps between Badlands and Raptor.
- Big Bend Mid finally gets a heated wheel; Badlands gets a power-adjustable MGV seat option.
- New 35-inch spare covers and 17-inch black beadlock-capable wheel (64Z).
What 2027 took away
- 2.7L V6 (forum buyers who prefer the proven 2.7 should look at remaining 2026 stock).
- Remote start in several Mid packages — a real winter issue in Barron County.
- Outer Banks leather and Mid power seats; some Lux speakers; tube doors and the Raptor tailgate table as dealer accessories.
Should you buy a 2026 or order a 2027?
| If you want… | Lean |
|---|---|
| The 2.7L V6 or a Stroppe | 2026 (while stock lasts) |
| Leather + power seats on an Outer Banks | 2026 |
| The most power short of Raptor | 2027 3.0L |
| RTR or Filson | 2027 only |
| Neptune Blue | 2027 only |
| The best deal today | Ask us — leftover 2026 pricing vs 2027 order |
How ordering works at Swant Graber Ford
- Pick series, engine, transmission, top and packages with us (or bring your ford.com Build & Price summary — images there can differ from production, so we confirm codes against the order guide).
- We review the window-build printout (WBDO) with you line by line — codes like 765, 51D, 41H.
- We order new Fords at invoice pricing with no mandatory dealer add-ons.
- Ford acknowledges the order (DORA) and it waits for allocation and scheduling. 2027 order banks were reported to open October 13, 2026 (The Bronco Nation, Oct 12, 2026); timing to delivery varies — see our factory order timeline.
Barron, Wisconsin notes
- Engine block heater (41H) is a factory option on every series — add it if the Bronco lives outside in January.
- Remote start moved out of several Mid packages for 2027; check that your build includes it.
- Soft top = no rear wiper. Salt spray makes that matter here.
- 35-inch R/T tires are capable in snow but louder on the highway; a set of winter tires on stock wheels is still the best winter setup. See 4WD modes in winter.
- Deer season: our deer-crash help page covers what to do after a hit.
Back to the 2027 Ford Bronco buyer's guide.
2026's 2.7L vs. 2027's 3.0L
| 2026 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | 2027 3.0L EcoBoost V6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 330 hp / 415 lb-ft (premium fuel) | 380 hp / 440 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 10-speed auto | 10-speed auto |
| Status | Gone for 2027 — leftover/used only | New option |
Buying a used 6th-gen? What to check
For 2021–2022 Broncos, buyers commonly check hard-top finish wear, wind noise at the frameless windows, and whether 2.7L engine valve recall/updates were done. Run the VIN on our Bronco recalls by year page.
Bronco questions
What's the biggest change for the 2027 Bronco?
The 2.7L V6 is gone, replaced by a 3.0L EcoBoost V6 rated 380 hp / 440 lb-ft (reported), and two new 4-door-only series, RTR and Filson, were added.
Is the Stroppe Edition available for 2027?
No. Ford dropped the Stroppe Edition for 2027.
Did the 2027 Bronco lose features?
Yes. Remote start and extra USB left several Mid packages and Outer Banks standard equipment, Outer Banks lost standard leather, and some Lux B&O systems went from 12 to 10 speakers.
Is Wildtrak gone for 2027?
It's now package 67B on the 4-door Badlands rather than its own series.
When did 2027 Bronco orders open?
Order banks were reported to open October 13, 2026 (The Bronco Nation, Oct 12, 2026).
Can I still buy a 2026 Bronco in Barron?
Ask Swant Graber Ford at 715-537-9500; we can check our stock and dealer inventory for leftover 2026 models.
Is a 2026 with the 2.7L better than a 2027?
The 2027's optional 3.0L makes more power (380 hp vs 330 hp) and the 2.7L is gone; a 2026 makes sense mainly for price or a specific package.
What should I check on a used 2021-2022 Bronco?
Hard-top finish, wind noise at frameless windows and 2.7L valve recall work; run the VIN for open recalls.
More Bronco guides
Sources: 2027 Ford Bronco order guide (dealer reference, Oct 2026), The Bronco Nation, 2027 ordering: what’s new, what’s gone (Oct 12, 2026), The Bronco Nation, 2027 RTR and Filson (Oct 12, 2026), The Bronco Nation, ordering checklist, Ford.com Bronco