The Ford Bronco Sport may be smaller than the full-size Bronco, but it keeps the same adventurous, outdoorsy character. With more capability baked in for the new model year and a major tech refresh inside, it’s better prepared for trail duty straight from the factory. Let’s take a look at how two models, the Heritage and Outer Banks, compare in this 2025 Bronco Sport trim comparison.
Key Takeaways
- Ford adds the Sasquatch package to trims for more off-road capability.
- The Bronco Sport’s 13.2-inch touchscreen replaces 2024's smaller unit.
- When properly equipped, the Bronco Sport can tow up to 2,700 pounds.
For 2025, Ford expands the Bronco Sport’s off-road potential by introducing the Sasquatch package. This setup includes steel skid plates, steel bumpers fitted with a bull bar, and rear recovery hooks, along with 29-inch all-terrain tires and slightly higher ground clearance. The Outer Banks gains even more with the package, adding a twin-clutch rear differential and upgraded all-wheel-drive hardware to improve traction on loose or uneven terrain.
Inside, the Bronco Sport gets one of its biggest upgrades yet: a switch from the older 8-inch screen to a new 13.2-inch infotainment system running Ford’s SYNC 4 software. Every model now includes a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, and adaptive cruise control becomes standard. Ford also tweaks the front and rear bumpers slightly, giving the 2025 model year a subtle but noticeable visual update.
Differences Between the 2025 Bronco Sport Heritage vs Outer Banks
The Heritage trim builds on the Big Bend model and leans heavily into classic Bronco styling cues. It features white-painted wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, along with a white grille accented by red “Bronco” lettering and a matching white roof. The interior carries the retro theme even further with white trim on the doors and dashboard, plaid cloth upholstery, and an armrest finished in synthetic suede with red stitching.
The Outer Banks trim shifts toward comfort without losing its off-road cred. It rides on 18-inch wheels and adds conveniences like remote start and rain-sensing wipers, along with a cabin finished in leather upholstery. Heated, power-adjustable front seats with driver memory settings, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control make the interior feel more refined. Adding the available Tech package enhances the trim even more by including a 360-degree camera system, front parking sensors, and rear automatic braking, along with a 10-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system, built-in navigation, and HD radio.
2025 Ford Bronco Sport Power and Towing
Every Bronco Sport model rides on the same all-wheel-drive platform shared with the Escape, and power comes from one of two familiar engines. The standard turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder produces 180 horsepower, while the optional turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder increases output to 250 horsepower and includes paddle shifters plus upgraded cooling components. Both engines pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Towing capability depends on which engine you choose. Models equipped with the 2.0-liter turbo can tow up to 2,700 pounds, giving the Bronco Sport some real utility for a compact SUV. Versions with the 1.5-liter engine top out at 2,200 pounds.
Which Bronco Sport Trim Will You Drive Off the Lot?
The 2025 Bronco Sport Heritage focuses on nostalgia styling with useful upgrades layered in, while the Outer Banks leans toward everyday comfort with upsized features and available premium tech. Either way, both trims remain capable and ready for weekend exploring. Contact Alan Jay Ford of Wauchula today to test drive both!