The 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands stands out in a crowded field of compact SUVs, offering a unique combination of rugged off-road capability and elevated daily comfort.
Shoppers comparing multiple compact SUVs will find the Bronco Sport Badlands particularly appealing if they want an SUV that transitions seamlessly from city driving to outdoor adventures. For drivers in regions like rd St. Homewood, IL, where winter conditions and rough terrain are common, the Bronco Sportâs 4WD system and all-terrain readiness provide confidence that rivals sometimes lack. Buyers who value both comfort and real capability will appreciate the heated leather sport seats, wireless charging, and dual-zone climate control included in this model.
While some competitors rely on naturally aspirated engines, the Bronco Sport Badlands features a powerful EcoBoost 2.0L I4 turbocharged engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and 4WD. This setup ensures responsive on-road acceleration and impressive off-road composure. Unlike rivals that prioritize either comfort or ruggedness, this SUV delivers both, with trailer sway control for towing stability and a suspension engineered for varied terrain. The balance of fuel efficiencyâ"21 MPG city and 26 MPG highwayâ"further enhances its versatility for daily commutes and weekend getaways.
Active safety features are a highlight on the Bronco Sport Badlands, with rear parking sensors and an auto-dimming rearview mirror providing crucial support for city parking and crowded lots. Many competing trims require upgrades or packages to add similar features, but these are standard here. When reversing or maneuvering in tight spaces, these safety systems help reduce the risk of minor impacts and make daily driving less stressful, reinforcing the SUVâs focus on real-world safety advantages over competitors.
The Badlands trim brings a host of premium features that elevate comfort and utility. The power moonroof floods the cabin with natural light, while heated sport seats and a heated steering wheel ensure year-round comfort. The SYNC 3 system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto simplifies connectivity on the go. For families or gear-heavy outings, the cargo management system makes organizing essentials straightforward, while remote start and a universal garage door opener add convenience thatâs often reserved for higher-priced competitors.
In the compact SUV segment, the Bronco Sport Badlands offers high value compared to the Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk and Subaru Forester Wilderness. Its Ford Gold Certified status delivers an 84-month/100,000-mile powertrain protection plan from the original in-service date and a comprehensive 12-month/12,000-mile limited warranty, both adding significant ownership confidence. Where most rivals only include such coverage on new vehicles, this SUV extends those benefits to pre-owned buyers, making it a standout for long-term reliability and peace of mind.
Why choose the Bronco Sport Badlands over competitors? It uniquely combines advanced off-road features with real daily comfort and technology. What does it offer that others donât? Standard heated leather seats, a power moonroof, SYNC 3 integration, and Ford Gold Certification are included up front, while many rivals charge extra.
Explore the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands at Ford of Homewood, 3233 183rd St. Homewood, IL 60430. For more details or to schedule a test drive, call 708-356-9308 and experience why this SUV is the smart choice among compact adventure vehicles.
2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands SUV EcoBoost I4 GTDi DOHC Turbocharged VCT
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$28,000Price
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The overview
- Exterior Color
- Gray Metallic
- Interior Color
- Ebony/Roast
- Odometer
- 40,171 miles
- Body/Seating
- SUV/5 seats
- Seats
- 5 seats
- Transmission
- 8-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Engine
- EcoBoost 2.0L I4 GTDi DOHC Turbocharged VCT
- VIN
- 3FMCR9D94PRE00164
- Stock Number
- 3168P
The highlights
- Lane departure
- Automatic temperature control
- Emergency communication system
- Wireless phone connectivity
- Exterior parking camera front
- Exterior parking camera rear
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Split folding rear seat
- Heated front seats
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
The full specifications
- 1-touch down
- 1-touch up
- Air conditioning
- Automatic temperature control
- Driver door bin
- Driver vanity mirror
- Emergency communication system: SYNC 3 911 Assist
- Front beverage holders
- Illuminated entry
- Overhead console
- Passenger door bin
- Passenger vanity mirror
- Power windows
- Proximity key: doors and push button start
- Rear beverage holders
- Rear door bins
- Remote keyless entry
- Speed control
- Telescoping steering wheel
- Tilt steering wheel
- Alloy wheels
- Four wheel independent suspension
- Front anti-roll bar
- Power steering
- Rear anti-roll bar
- Speed-sensing steering
- Tires: all-terrain
- Wheel size: 17"
- 1st row LCD monitors: 2
- AM/FM radio: SiriusXM
- Primary LCD size: 8.0"
- Radio data system
- Satellite radio trial duration with new vehicle purchase (months): 3
- Smart device integration: SYNC 3/Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Wireless phone connectivity: Bluetooth
- Front center armrest
- Front seats: bucket
- Heated front seats
- Max seating capacity: 5
- Power 2-way driver lumbar support
- Power driver seat
- Premium cloth
- Rear seat center armrest
- Rear seats: bench
- Rear seats Folding position: fold forward seatback
- Split folding rear seat
- Compressor: intercooled turbo
- Cylinder configuration: I-4
- Drive type: four-wheel
- Engine liters: 2.0L
- Engine location: front
- Fuel economy city: 21mpg
- Fuel economy combined: 23mpg
- Fuel economy highway: 26mpg
- Fuel tank capacity: 16.0gal.
- Horsepower: 250hp @ 5,500RPM
- Hybrid traction battery type: none
- Limited slip differential: electro-mechanical
- Manual-shift auto: SelectShift
- Mode select transmission
- Number of valves: 16
- Rear locking differential
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Standard fuel economy fuel type: gasoline
- Torque: 277 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM
- Transmission: 8 speed automatic
- Variable valve control
- Approach angle: 30 deg
- Departure angle: 33 deg
- Ramp breakover angle: 20 deg
- Heated door mirrors
- Power door mirrors
- Rear cargo: liftgate
- Skid plates
- Compression ratio: 10.00 to 1
- Curb weight: 1,681kg (3,707lbs)
- Engine bore x stroke: 87.4mm x 83.1mm (3.44" x 3.27")
- Engine displacement: 2.0 L
- Engine torque: 277 lb.-ft. @ 3,000RPM
- Exterior body width: 1,887mm (74.3")
- Exterior height: 1,814mm (71.4")
- Exterior length: 4,387mm (172.7")
- Front headroom: 1,054mm (41.5")
- Front hiproom: 1,402mm (55.2")
- Front legroom: 1,077mm (42.4")
- Front shoulder room: 1,455mm (57.3")
- GVWR: 2,100kg (4,630lbs)
- Interior maximum rear cargo volume: 1,716 L (61 cu.ft.)
- Interior rear cargo volume: 833 L (29 cu.ft.)
- Passenger volume: 2,993L (105.7 cu.ft.)
- Rear headroom: 1,059mm (41.7")
- Rear hiproom: 1,356mm (53.4")
- Rear legroom: 937mm (36.9")
- Rear shoulder room: 1,412mm (55.6")
- Towing capacity: 998kg (2,200lbs)
- Turning radius: 5.7m (18.7')
- Wheelbase: 2,670mm (105.1")
- Appearance: digital/analog
- Auto high-beam headlights
- Blind spot: BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) warning
- Compass
- Configurable
- Delay-off headlights
- Exterior parking camera front
- Exterior parking camera rear: Ford Co-Pilot360 - Reverse Camera yes
- Front fog lights
- Front reading lights
- Fully automatic headlights
- Lane departure: Lane Keeping Alert active
- Low tire pressure warning
- Outside temperature display
- Rear reading lights
- Rear window defroster
- Rear window wiper
- Speed sensitive wipers
- Tachometer
- Trip computer
- Variably intermittent wipers
- 4 wheel disc brakes
- ABS brakes
- Brake assist
- Dual front impact airbags
- Dual front side impact airbags
- Electronic stability
- Forward collision: Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) mitigation
- Front pedestrian detection: prevention
- Ignition disable
- Knee airbag
- Occupant sensing airbag
- Overhead airbag
- Panic alarm
- Rear collision: Cross-Traffic Alert warning
- Security system
- Tracker system: FordPass Connect
- Traction control
Notes from the dealer
KBB.com Consumer Reviews
3.6out of 5 overall- 4.0
Automatic brake
by Tracy on 8/18/2026 1:27:05 PM
Love my vehicle runs good and not noisy like some of the previous year models; but the automatic pre Collison break came on yesterday and hurt my back/neck; plus almost got in a wreck with and 18 wheeler from behind because of the automatic break. Do not pull to close behind another vehicle or the pre collision automatic break will come on and jerk you. - 5.0
Wonderful Car
by Love it on 8/4/2026 4:00:08 PM
I love this car. Comfortable, safe, fun to drive . Great gas mileage on the highway. Lots of room. Inside so easy to clean. - 5.0
Diffrent and fun
by Michael on 6/26/2026 10:59:58 AM
We've only had our 2025 Bronco Sport four months. And so far so great. With 6k+ miles it's been on an eighteen hundred mile trip that include mountain driving. The performance and handling has been great and the fuel efficiency is averaging 32 mpg since it rolled off the lot (I'm a conservative driver but not the guy you hate being behind on the road). We especially like the retro style. In today's market, the smaller SUV's for the most part look the same (jelly beans on wheels). The square finish and safari roof really sets the Bronco Sport apart. The 3 cylinder turbo engine was tough to process. However, it's an engine that delivers plenty of peep off the line and passing power on the freeway. It's won this skeptic over! The interior is roomy and comfortable. The controls and gauges are intuitive. The safety driving package is amazing along with the 5 star "safety" rating. This vehicle cost less to insure then our nine year old Ford Focus with identical coverage. If you want something that's diffrent in the SUV class, fun to drive, and that will turn heads, then the the Bronco Sport is it.