The sixth-generation Ford Bronco debuted for the 2021 model year, and has received quite a few notable updates in virtually every year since. However, none of those updates are what constitutes a mid-cycle refresh, which is something that a previous report claimed would happen in the first half of 2025. That point in time has come and gone, and with just a few updates in store for the 2026 model year, it's unclear when we'll see a proper Ford Bronco refresh. Now, a new report makes it seem as if that won't be happening at all.
This report - from Automotive News - says that the Ford Bronco will continue to gain new special editions and variants in the coming model years, but makes no mention of a refresh. However, it does note that the rugged SUV is expected to receive a more comprehensive redesign in 2029, which could debut for the 2029 or 2030 model year. It's a bit unique in a world where most vehicles receive refreshes regularly - every few years, at least - but not terribly surprising given the fact that the Bronco's main rival, the Jeep Wrangler, isn't updated that often.
In the meantime, the 2026 Ford Bronco lineup is gaining a few tweaks, including - most notably - the addition of the new 60th Anniversary Package. Based on the Outer Banks trim, it can be spec’d with either the turbocharged 2.3L I-4 EcoBoost engine or the optional twin turbocharged 2.7L V6 EcoBoost, along with the Sasquatch Package and standard wheelbase-length running boards.
It rolls on 17-inch Gravity Gray alloy wheels and features an array of Vermillion Red accents, retro styling elements, and can be had in Wimbledon White or Ruby Red. Either way, the special model also comes with a hard-center rear tire cover painted in Wimbledon White with a Vermillion Red Bronco logo. That anniversary package also includes new A-pillar mounted grab handles, which will be offered as an option across the rest of the 2026 Ford Bronco lineup, too.
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A LOT can change in 4/5 years.
Plenty of 2024 leftovers around me. Farley’s master plan to price gouge and try to spin the BRONCO name on things like the “Sport” worked beautiful for about 16 mos.
There is a dearer in my area that still has a ‘23 and ‘24 on the lot. We are paying $ 135,000 Canadian for a raptor.
Lot of stock on the lots not much interest maybe it will pick up in the fall.
If only Ford would offer the 5.0 as an option on the Bronco ! I have a 2023 Two door Badlands with the V6. It has plenty of power & I love my Bronco if only it had the wicked sound of the 5.0 it would be over the top cool then ! Every time I pull up next to a GT mustang I think how cool would it be if my Bronco could sound like That !
… and the mustang is looking up at you, thinking how cool it’d be if his roof came off ….
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Typical Ford. Bring a hot product to the market and then let it wither and die.