Ford towing guide · Michigan City Ford · Michigan City, IN

Ford Bronco Sport Towing Capacity

How much can the Ford Bronco Sport tow? Here are Ford's 2027 towing ratings by trim and engine, the tow package Ford ties them to, and the engine figures behind them.

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2,700 lbsBadlands® (Ford)
2,200 lbsBig Bend®, Heritage, Outer Banks®
Class IItrailer tow package
250 hp2.0L EcoBoost®

The short answer

Ford rates the 2027 Bronco Sport Badlands® at up to 2,700 lbs and the Big Bend®, Heritage and Outer Banks® at up to 2,200 lbs, when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow package.

2027 Bronco Sport towing at a glance

Ford says that when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow package, the Bronco Sport Badlands® has a max towing capacity of 2,700 lbs, and the Big Bend®, Heritage and Outer Banks® offer 2,200 lbs max.

From Ford.com's 2027 Bronco Sport specifications page, read November 11, 2026.

Bronco Sport towing by trim

TrimEngineDrive typeTowing capacity
Big Bend®1.5L EcoBoost®Standard 4x42,200 lbs
Heritage1.5L EcoBoost®Standard 4x42,200 lbs
Outer Banks®1.5L EcoBoost®Standard 4x42,200 lbs
Badlands®2.0L EcoBoost®Advanced 4x42,700 lbs

From the towing table on Ford.com's 2027 Bronco Sport specifications page, read November 11, 2026.

Equipment you need to tow

Ford ties these ratings to the available Class II Trailer Tow package. On the Big Bend®, Ford lists a Class II Trailer Tow Package with Trailer Sway Control as part of the Black Diamond® Off-Road Package. Check the build of the exact Bronco Sport you are looking at before you tow.

From Ford.com's 2027 Bronco Sport specifications page, read November 11, 2026.

Bronco Sport engines

1.5L EcoBoost® I-3

180 hp at 6,000 rpm and 200 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm per Ford, with an 8-speed automatic. Used on Big Bend®, Heritage and Outer Banks®.

2.0L EcoBoost® I-4

250 hp at 5,500 rpm and 280 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm per Ford, with an 8-speed automatic with SelectShift® and paddle shifters. Used on Badlands®.

Fuel economy

Ford's spec table lists 25 city/30 hwy mpg for the 1.5L and 21 city/27 hwy mpg for the 2.0L.

From Ford.com's 2027 Bronco Sport specifications page, read November 11, 2026.

Get your Bronco Sport ready to tow 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. Before towing season, our technicians can look over your Ford during your next visit.

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

DaysHours
Mon-Fri7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Sat8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunclosed

From Michigan City Ford's website, November 11, 2026. Holiday hours can differ.

Ford Bronco Sport towing FAQ

How much can a Ford Bronco Sport tow?

Ford lists up to 2,700 lbs for the 2027 Bronco Sport Badlands and 2,200 lbs for the Big Bend, Heritage and Outer Banks, when equipped with the available Class II Trailer Tow package.

Which Bronco Sport tows the most?

The Badlands, with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine and Advanced 4x4, at 2,700 lbs according to Ford.

Do I need a tow package to tow with a Bronco Sport?

Ford ties its towing ratings to the available Class II Trailer Tow package, so check that the vehicle has it before you tow.

Does the Bronco Sport Outer Banks tow as much as the Badlands?

No. Ford lists 2,200 lbs for the Outer Banks with the 1.5L EcoBoost and 2,700 lbs for the Badlands with the 2.0L EcoBoost.

What engines does the 2027 Bronco Sport have?

Ford lists a 1.5L EcoBoost I-3 with 180 hp and 200 lb-ft, and a 2.0L EcoBoost I-4 with 250 hp and 280 lb-ft.

Sources

Towing, equipment and engine figures are from Ford.com's 2027 Bronco Sport specifications page, read November 11, 2026. Ratings depend on configuration and equipment; Ford's own disclosures govern. Service details, address and hours are from Michigan City Ford's own website, checked November 11, 2026. Photo is illustrative.

  1. Ford.com: 2027 Ford Bronco Sport specifications, Ford Motor Company, read November 11, 2026
  2. General service: The Works, Michigan City Ford, November 11, 2026
  3. Address and service hours (structured data), Michigan City Ford, November 11, 2026