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Ford owner guide · Michigan City Ford · Michigan City, IN
Ford Bronco MPG: 2026 EPA Ratings by Engine
Bronco fuel economy depends on the engine, the transmission and the model you choose. This guide lists every 2026 Ford Bronco rating on fueleconomy.gov, the U.S. Department of Energy and EPA fuel economy site, read November 3, 2026, and explains what can change the mileage you actually see.
20 mpgbest combined rating, 2026 Bronco (two listings)
22 mpgbest highway rating, Bronco 4WD 2.3L automatic
15 mpgcombined, 2026 Bronco Raptor 4WD
Regularfuel type on every 2026 Bronco listing
What MPG does a Ford Bronco get?
Fueleconomy.gov rates the 2026 Ford Bronco from 15 to 20 combined mpg. The Bronco 4WD with the 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder and Automatic (S10) is rated 18 city, 22 highway and 20 combined mpg, the Outer Banks 4WD with the 2.7-liter turbo 6-cylinder is rated 19/21/20, and the Bronco Raptor 4WD is rated 15/16/15. EPA ratings are for comparison; your mileage will vary.
2026 Ford Bronco MPG by listing
These are all of the 2026 Bronco listings on fueleconomy.gov (the Bronco Sport is listed there as a separate model), with the model names, engines and transmissions as fueleconomy.gov shows them. *MPG is city / highway / combined.
| fueleconomy.gov listing | Engine and transmission | MPG* |
|---|---|---|
| Bronco 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 18 / 22 / 20 |
| Bronco 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Manual 7-speed | 18 / 21 / 19 |
| Bronco 4WD | 2.7L turbo 6-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 17 / 17 / 17 |
| Bronco Outer Banks 4WD | 2.7L turbo 6-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 19 / 21 / 20 |
| Bronco Badlands 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 17 / 19 / 18 |
| Bronco Badlands 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Manual 7-speed | 17 / 18 / 17 |
| Bronco Sasquatch 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 17 / 19 / 18 |
| Bronco Sasquatch 4WD | 2.3L turbo 4-cyl, Manual 7-speed | 17 / 19 / 18 |
| Bronco Raptor 4WD | 3.0L turbo 6-cyl, Automatic (S10) | 15 / 16 / 15 |
From the 2026 Ford Bronco records on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), records 50120 to 50126, 50152 and 50153, read November 3, 2026. All listings show regular gasoline.
You can see the current Bronco lineup on our new Ford Bronco page.
How to read the Bronco ratings
Across the 2026 Bronco listings, the 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder with the Automatic (S10) transmission in the Bronco 4WD listing has the highest highway rating, 22 mpg. It is rated 20 combined mpg, and the Outer Banks 4WD with the 2.7-liter turbocharged 6-cylinder matches that 20 combined mpg. The Badlands and Sasquatch listings are rated 17 to 18 combined, and the Bronco Raptor, with a 3.0-liter turbocharged 6-cylinder, is rated 15 combined.
A manual transmission does not improve the rating: the 7-speed manual Bronco 4WD is rated 19 combined against 20 for the automatic, the manual Badlands is rated 17 against 18, and the Sasquatch is rated 18 either way.
Fueleconomy.gov does not list 2027 Bronco ratings yet. As of November 3, 2026, its 2027 Ford listings cover the Explorer and Expedition, so the 2026 figures above are the latest Bronco ratings.
From the 2026 and 2027 Ford listings on fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026.
What lowers real-world Bronco MPG
EPA ratings come from standardized tests designed to reflect typical driving conditions and driver behavior. Fueleconomy.gov says the ratings are a useful tool for comparing vehicles but may not accurately predict the average MPG you will get. It lists these factors:
How you drive
Aggressive driving (speeding, rapid acceleration and braking) can lower gas mileage by roughly 15% to 30% at highway speeds and 10% to 40% in stop-and-go traffic. Excessive idling also lowers MPG.
Cold weather and short trips
Your engine does not operate efficiently until it is warmed up, and in colder weather it takes longer to warm. Letting the car idle to warm up does not help fuel economy.
Roof cargo, towing and weight
Cargo boxes and other roof cargo add aerodynamic drag, and towing or carrying excessive weight lowers fuel economy. Test vehicles are assumed to carry only 300 pounds of passengers and cargo.
Using 4-wheel drive
Four-wheel drive vehicles are tested in 2-wheel drive. Engaging all four wheels makes the engine work harder and increases transfer case and differential losses, so it reduces fuel economy.
Terrain and speed
Hilly or mountainous terrain and unpaved roads can reduce fuel economy; the EPA test assumes flat ground. The tests account for aerodynamic drag up to highway speeds of 80 mph.
Maintenance
A poorly tuned engine burns more fuel, improperly aligned or inflated tires increase rolling resistance, and brake drag makes the engine work harder.
Fuel and break-in
Gasoline with 10% ethanol decreases fuel economy by 3% to 4%, and new vehicles will not reach their optimal fuel economy until the engine has broken in, which may take 3,000 to 5,000 miles.
From fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, read November 3, 2026.
Keep your Bronco efficient at Michigan City Ford
The Works® at Michigan City Ford includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check. Fueleconomy.gov notes that improperly aligned or inflated tires and brake drag can cost fuel economy. For more ways to save fuel, read our guide on how to get better gas mileage.
Schedule service online and see our service specials first. Michigan City Ford is at 3930 Franklin St. in Michigan City. Get directions.
Michigan City Ford service hours
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon-Fri | 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. |
| Sat | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. |
| Sun | closed |
From Michigan City Ford's website, November 3, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.
Ford Bronco MPG FAQ
What gas mileage does a 2026 Ford Bronco get?
Fueleconomy.gov lists the 2026 Bronco 4WD with the 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder and the Automatic (S10) transmission at 18 city, 22 highway and 20 combined mpg, and with the 7-speed manual at 18 city, 21 highway and 19 combined mpg. Other 2026 Bronco listings range from 15 to 20 combined mpg.
Which Bronco gets the best gas mileage?
Two 2026 listings share the best combined rating, 20 mpg: the Bronco 4WD with the 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder and Automatic (S10), and the Bronco Outer Banks 4WD with the 2.7-liter turbo 6-cylinder and Automatic (S10). The Bronco 4WD 2.3-liter automatic has the highest highway rating, 22 mpg.
What MPG does the Bronco Raptor get?
Fueleconomy.gov lists the 2026 Bronco Raptor 4WD, with a 3.0-liter turbocharged 6-cylinder and Automatic (S10), at 15 city, 16 highway and 15 combined mpg.
Does the manual Bronco get better mileage?
Not in the 2026 ratings. With the 2.3-liter turbo 4-cylinder, the manual Bronco 4WD is rated 19 combined mpg against 20 for the automatic, and the manual Badlands is rated 17 against 18. The Sasquatch is rated 18 combined either way.
What fuel does the Bronco use?
Every 2026 Bronco listing on fueleconomy.gov shows regular gasoline as the fuel type.
Is there a 2027 Bronco MPG rating yet?
As of November 3, 2026, fueleconomy.gov lists 2027 Ford ratings for the Explorer and Expedition, but not yet for the Bronco, so the 2026 figures are the latest.
Does using 4-wheel drive lower my mpg?
Yes. Fueleconomy.gov says four-wheel drive vehicles are tested in 2-wheel drive, and engaging all four wheels makes the engine work harder and increases transfer case and differential losses.
What does The Works at Michigan City Ford include?
The Works® at Michigan City Ford includes a synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, brake inspection, Multi-Point Inspection, fluid top-off, battery test, and a filter, belts and hoses check.
Want to compare Broncos in person?
See the current Bronco lineup on our new Ford Bronco page, or schedule service with the Michigan City Ford team.
Sources
Bronco fuel economy ratings, engines, transmissions and fuel type are from the 2026 Ford Bronco records on fueleconomy.gov, administered for the U.S. Department of Energy and the EPA, read November 3, 2026. Factors that affect mileage are from fueleconomy.gov's Factors That Affect Fuel Economy and Your Mileage Will Vary pages, read the same day. Service details, address, hours and the photo are from Michigan City Ford's own website.
- 2026 Ford Bronco 4WD, Badlands 4WD, Outer Banks 4WD, Sasquatch 4WD and Raptor 4WD: EPA city, highway and combined mpg, engine, transmission and fuel type (records 50120 to 50126, 50152, 50153; link opens record 50120), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- 2026 and 2027 Ford model listings (no 2027 Bronco listed), fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Factors That Affect Fuel Economy, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- fueleconomy.gov, Your Mileage Will Vary, fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE/EPA), read November 3, 2026
- How to get better gas mileage, Michigan City Ford, November 3, 2026
- New Ford Bronco model page and new-inventory listing (hero photo), Michigan City Ford, November 3, 2026
- General service: The Works, Michigan City Ford, November 3, 2026
- Address and hours (structured data), Michigan City Ford, November 3, 2026