Ford is bringing back the Base trim for the 2025 Bronco, after removing it in 2024, which had pushed the entry price up by nearly $4,000.
New documents reveal that the 2025 Base model will offer more variety with three engine choices and two transmission options, giving buyers greater flexibility. This marks a welcome return for those looking for an affordable yet capable off-roader.
The 2025 Bronco Base will come standard with a 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder engine, paired with a seven-speed manual transmission, and will only be available in a two-door configuration.
While Ford usually offers an automatic transmission option, it seems that this won’t be available for the Base model this time around.
Pricing and exact release dates are yet to be announced, but it’s expected that the Base trim will arrive later than other models.
Another key change for the 2025 lineup is the availability of the 10-speed automatic transmission with the 2.3L engine in the two-door Badlands trim. Previously, buyers who wanted an automatic transmission with the base engine had to choose the four-door version.
Upgrading to the 2.7L EcoBoost V6, however, will automatically pair the engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission. In addition to the Base trim, Ford will also offer several other trims like the Big Bend, Outer Banks, and Badlands.
Each of these trims will have varying engine and transmission combinations, ranging from the 2.3L EcoBoost inline-four to the more powerful 3.0L EcoBoost V6, paired with either the seven-speed manual or the 10-speed automatic transmission.
One of the biggest updates for 2025 is the addition of three new colors—Desert Sand, Marsh Gray, and Rub Red Metallic—while several existing colors, including Cactus Gray and Hot Pepper Red, will be discontinued.
Ford has also upgraded the Bronco lineup with Electronic Brake Boost, making it standard across all trims, which enhances braking performance.
The return of the Bronco Base trim and its manual transmission option is great news for fans of the classic off-road experience.
It also reflects Ford’s efforts to cater to enthusiasts who prefer a more hands-on driving experience, even as manual transmissions become increasingly rare in the automotive industry.
