The Ford Bronco has been a fan favorite since it has been around. The 2025 model continues building on the legacy that it has, but how does it compare to last year? That’s what we’re here to find out. We’ll be taking a look at both the 2024 and 2025 models to see if the 2025 SUV is worth the upgrade or if it’s no different than a 2024 Bronco.
Key takeaways
- Some trims have been removed and added for 2025, making it a unique year. Some trims do have the same price, while others have seen an increase.
- If you want a blast from the past, then the Free Wheeling trim is for you. This trim was ripped from the 70s and placed into the modern era.
- 2025 comes with new colors, helping keep things fresh.
Yes and for 2025, there’s a change from the 2024 Bronco. This change is an addition to the trim levels with the retro-styled Free Wheeling. Based on the Big Bend trim, it adds multi-color 1970s-inspired ombre stripes on the body side. If you’re wanting to take it off-road, you can even add the Sasquatch package. This would equip your Free Wheeling Bronco with high-clearance fender flares, a raised suspension, mud-terrain tires, and upgraded Bilstein shock absorbers.
How much does the 2025 Ford Bronco cost?
For 2025, the Bronco comes in 9 trims. The trims you can find are the:
- Base starting at $37,995
- Big Bend starting at $40,370
- Free Wheeling starting at $42,900
- Black Diamond starting at $46,760
- Outer Banks starting at $47,940
- Heritage Edition starting at $49,475
- Badlands starting at $50,095
- Stroppe Edition starting at $75,635
- Raptor starting at $90,035
When comparing the 2025 to the 2024, you’ll find that some of the prices have been increased. Here are the 2024 trims and prices:
- Big Bend starting at $39,630 (lower than the 2025)
- Black Diamond starting at $43,330 (lower than 2025)
- Outer Banks starting at $47,940 (remains the same)
- Heritage Edition starting at $48,555 (lower than 2025)
- Badlands starting at $50,095 (remains the same)
- Everglades starting at $55,520 (dropped in 2025)
- Wildtrak starting at $60,225 (dropped in 2025)
- Heritage Limited Edition starting at $69,685 (dropped in 2025)
- Raptor starting at $90,035 (remains the same)
Despite the reshuffling of trims in 2025, the Black Diamond remains the suggested pick from Car and Driver. The note that its “standard features such as Ford's G.O.A.T. drive modes, 32-inch tires, a powder-coated steel bumper, additional bash plates, and access to tons of additional factory options” are the reasons for this recommendation.
If you’re not too familiar with GOAT modes, and asked yourself “What are GOAT drive modes?” We’ve got you covered, and if you do know, here’s a refresher. The modes that you will find are:
- Eco mode will be your daily driver, helping maintain power without burning through gas.
- Rock Crawl mode will help you conquer tough terrain with ease.
- Mud/Ruts mode is for when things get a bit muddy after the rain, especially during hurricane season, this mode will bail you out.
- Sand/Snow mode is for even when it doesn't snow often in areas close to home, you can easily take your Bronco elsewhere with confidence.
- Slippery mode is the best for drivers that are close to us at Jarrett, we know what it’s like when things start to get wet, and with this mode, you will remain in control without much effort.
While the Bronco comes with a ton of options, it may be hard to decide. If you’re an adrenaline seeking off-road driver, then the Raptor trim is for you. If you want more of a daily driver, then you’d want something towards the beginning of the lineup. Whichever one you want, you’ll find what you’re looking for.
What are the new colors for the 2025 Ford Bronco?
The Bronco comes with 3 new colors.
The new colors that you can find in 2025 are Ruby Red, Marsh Gray, and Desert Sand. Some returning colors from 2024 are Azure Gray, Velocity Blue, Shelter Green, Shadow Black, Oxford White, Eruption Green, and Carbonized Gray.
While the 2025 Bronco sees some new colors for the lineup, a good number carry over from the year before. With colors ranging from bold, to discreet, you’re sure to find what you want.
Summary
With 2025 models starting to roll out, it may be hard to find the upgraded SUV right away, but if you’re in the mood for a 2024 Ford Bronco, it’s still a solid choice. Whatever you want, come see us at Jarrett Scott Ford. We’re sure to have something that you want!