The 2021 Ford Bronco promises to be one of the biggest news-making SUVs in recent years. Thanks to its retro-inspired exterior and adventure-ready spec sheet, the Bronco poses a strong threat to off-road-oriented rivals that include the Jeep Wrangler SUV, along with compact pickup trucks like the Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon.
One trim level above the base Bronco, the Big Bend trim could hit a sweet spot for Bronco buyers who want more comfort, tech, and safety features than the entry-level model offers. And let’s not forget, the Bronco Big Bend can be outfitted with hardware to make it even more adept on paved roads, or across rugged and rocky trails.
To help get a handle on what the Bronco will have to offer once it arrives in the summer of 2021, let’s take a closer glance at the standard and optional features of the Bronco Big Bend.
Bronco Big Bend Price and Details
Before adding options or factoring in the destination fee, a Ford Bronco Big Bend in 2-door format comes with a base price of $33,385. Upgrading to the 4-door version will cost you slightly more. That version starts at $35,880.
If you plan on routinely carrying more than one passenger along for the ride, the longer wheelbase and more spacious second row of the 4-door is worth the additional cost.
Engine
The Big Bend is motivated by a turbocharged 2.3-liter EcoBoost 4-cylinder that delivers 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels. This engine is coupled to a 7-speed manual transmission, and, like all Broncos, 4-wheel drive is standard.
Optional is a turbocharged 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 that delivers 310 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque. This engine comes with a 10-speed automatic, versus the 7-speed found in the entry-level Big Bend trim.
Towing
No matter which body style or powertrain you choose, the Bronco’s maximum tow rating is 3,500 pounds when equipped with the Towing Capability package. That’s equal to a 4-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, but it’s thousands less than the max towing capability of most compact pickup trucks.
Bronco Big Bend Dimensions
In terms of its size, the 2021 Bronco Big Bend 2-door model is 174 inches long, 76 inches wide, and approximately 72 inches high. The 4-door Bronco rides on a 116-inch wheelbase – the one in the 2-door variant is 100 inches – and stretches to a total length of 189 inches.
Minus the addition of any tire-widening upgrades (such as the available Sasquatch Package), the front and rear track of the Bronco Big Bend are 65 inches in width. That’s important to remember if your off-road driving takes you through very narrow trails.
Big Bend Standard and Optional Features
The Ford Bronco Big Bend is far from the fanciest trim, though it comes with many of the available extras offered on more upmarket models. In addition to the choice of two turbocharged 4-cylinder engines, you can upgrade the Bronco Big Bend with several option packages focused on safety, cabin comfort, or all-terrain capability.
Before we get to customizing a Bronco Big Bend, let’s look at the baseline standard features. These include a manual tilt and telescoping steering wheel, push-button start, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped gear knob, cruise control, plus an added driving mode in the driver-selectable G.O.A.T (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) system.
Inside, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility sits in the middle of the dashboard.
Externally, the Big Bend stands out from a base Bronco thanks to its carbonized gray front grille, matching 17-inch alloy wheels, and LED fog lights. The Big Bend is available in a range of 10 exterior colors and comes with a choice of removable hardtops and a soft top (the latter is only offered on the 4-door).
For adventure lovers, the Sasquatch Package includes features like 17-inch black-painted and beadlock-capable alloy wheels, wider fender flares, a higher suspension, 4.7:1 final drive ratio, and 315/70R17 Mud-Terrain (35-inch) tires.
The available Mid Package should be popular, thanks to its wide range of upgrades and minimal cost. For an extra $1,495, the Mid Package adds features like dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, remote start, and active safety items like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a rearview camera with active guidelines.
Big Bend Tech Features
- Intelligent access with push-button start
- Available remote start
- 8-inch digital instrument cluster
- 8-inch SYNC 4 touchscreen infotainment system
- Terrain Management System (TMS) with 6 G.O.A.T. drive modes
- Standard Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking
- Available lane-keeping system
- Available blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert
- Illuminated sliding visor vanity mirrors (driver and front passenger)
- Powerpoints (12V) – two – front center floor console (1) and cargo area (1)
Dual smart-charging USB ports – Type C + Std A, front rowDual smart-charging USB ports – Type C + Std A, second row (back of center floor console) - Available 110V AC outlet, back side of the center floor console
Entertainment Features
- SYNC 4 – 8-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen with swipe capability and enhanced voice recognition
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Amazon Alexa
- AM/FM stereo with 6 speakers
- AppLink with App Catalog
- Available LCD touchscreen with swipe capability and advanced voice recognition
- 911 Assist and FordPass Connect
- SiriusXM With 360L
- FordPass Connect
Interior Features
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Ambient Footwell Lighting
- Cloth front and rear seats
- Beverage holders, 6 total
- Overhead console with front map lights
- Carpeted floor mats, first row
- Carpeted floor mats, second row (4-Door Only)
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
- Front row: Center floor console armrest, glove box, media bin, overhead console with sunglasses storage
- Front row window controls (2-door and 4-door): One-touch up and down feature, controls located in the front area of the front center console
- Second-row window controls (4-door): Located in the back side of the center floor console
Exterior Features
- Standard soft top 4-door
- Available soft top and/or hardtop 4-door
- Standard hardtop 2-door
- Removable doors and top
- Available black-painted modular hardtop, rear-window defroster, and washer with a storage bag for front-row roof panels.
- LED fog lights
- 17-inch gray alloy wheels
- 10 available exterior colors
- Flip-up rear glass
- Two hooks, 2 front and 1 rear
Big Bend Seats
- Cloth front and rear seats – Black Onyx standard, Medium Sandstone optional
- Available heated front seats
- 6-way manual driver seat (2-door only)
- 6-way manual front passenger seat (2-door)
- Second-row 60/40 split-folding seatback (4-door)
- Second-row 50/50 split-folding seatback (2-door)
Big Bend Optional Features
- Towing Capability package (includes 2-inch trailer hitch)
- 40-inch LED roof light bar
- Winch and winch mounting kit
- Portable fridge/freezer
- Hardtop sound deadening
Big Bend Option Packages
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- Mid Package
- Sasquatch Package
Bronco Big Bend Tire Size and Options
There are two tire/wheel choices for the 2021 Ford Bronco Big Bend. Standard is a set of 17-inch gray-painted aluminum wheels fitted with 255/75R17 All-Terrain (32-inch diameter) tires.
Optional are black-painted 17-inch beadlock-capable alloy wheels that come with the optional Sasquatch Package. These are wrapped by 315/70R17 Mud-Terrain (35-inch) tires.
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