Diesel and petrol · 1978–2026

Ford Bronco

Fuel use, running costs and specs for the Ford Bronco. By the official figures, the 2026 uses 13.1 L/100km: 22 mpg UK, 18 mpg US.

Ford Bronco in grey
Fuel use
13.1 L/100km
2026 official
UK mpg
22 mpg
US mpg
18 mpg
On a full tank
601 km
78.5 L tank

What a Bronco costs to run

At today's average petrol prices, by its official fuel use.

CountryAverage price todayCost to driveA typical year
New Zealand$2.94/L petrol$38.43 per 100 km$4,227
Australia$2.42/L petrol$31.56 per 100 km$3,504
United Kingdom£1.74/L petrol£36.68 per 100 miles£2,568
United States$4.35/gal petrol$24.19 per 100 miles$3,266

A typical year: New Zealand 11,000 km (Ministry of Transport's average for a light vehicle); Australia 11,100 km (ABS Survey of Motor Vehicle Use average); United Kingdom 11,265 km (DfT National Travel Survey average of about 7,000 miles); United States 21,726 km (FHWA average of about 13,500 miles). Real costs depend on how and where you drive. Work out a particular trip.

6th generation, 2021–2027

Specs for the 2022 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-door 4x4, 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, 7-speed manual; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Medium SUV
Generation
Sixth generation (U725)
Seats
5
Doors
4
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,809 mm
Wheelbase
2,949 mm
Kerb weight
1,952 kg
Boot
1,085 L
Boot, seats folded
1,481 L
Towing (braked)
1,588 kg

Engine

Engine
2.3 L turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol
Engine size
2,264 cc
Cylinders
4
Aspiration
Turbo
Power
224 kW
Torque
440 Nm
Gearbox
7-speed manual

Economy

Fuel tank
78.5 L

Safety

Airbags
6

Ownership

Tyres
P255/75R17
Spare wheel
Full size

Features

Apple CarPlay
Yes
Android Auto
Yes

5th generation, 1992–1996

Specs for the 5.0 V8 4WD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
5th generation
Built
1992-1996
Seats
5
Doors
3
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,663 mm
Width
2,009 mm
Height
1,892 mm
Wheelbase
2,659 mm
Boot
917 L

Engine

Engine
5.0 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,752 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
138 kW
Torque
360 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
16.8 L/100km
Fuel tank
121 L

4th generation, 1987–1991

Specs for the 5.0 V8 4WD; other versions differ a little.

About

Body
SUV
Size class
Large SUV
Generation
4th generation
Built
1987-1991
Seats
5
Doors
3
Drive
4WD

Size and weight

Length
4,585 mm
Width
2,009 mm
Height
1,892 mm
Wheelbase
2,659 mm

Engine

Engine
5.0 L V8 petrol
Engine size
5,354 cc
Cylinders
8
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Power
148 kW
Torque
397 Nm
Gearbox
4-speed automatic

Economy

Fuel use (combined)
16.8 L/100km
Fuel tank
121 L

Official figures by year

From the US EPA, the UK's DfT and NZTA, newest first.

YearFuelUsesUKUSRange
2026Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2025Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2024Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2023Petrol13.8 L/100km20 mpg17 mpg—
2022Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
2021Petrol13.1 L/100km22 mpg18 mpg—
1996Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1995Petrol16.8 L/100km17 mpg14 mpg—
1994Petrol16.8 L/100km17 mpg14 mpg—
1993Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1992Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1991Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1990Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1989Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1988Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1987Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1986Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1985Petrol18.1 L/100km16 mpg13 mpg—
1984Petrol19.6 L/100km14 mpg12 mpg—

Ford Bronco questions

What is the fuel consumption of the Ford Bronco?

The 2026 Ford Bronco uses 13.1 L/100km by its official figures: 22 mpg in UK gallons and 18 mpg in US gallons. Each year's figures are listed below.

How much does a Ford Bronco cost to run a year?

At today's average petrol prices and a typical year's driving: $4,227 in New Zealand, $3,504 in Australia, £2,568 in United Kingdom, $3,266 in United States.

How far does a Ford Bronco go on a full tank?

About 601 km (373 miles) from its 78.5 L tank at its official fuel use.

How much can a Ford Bronco tow?

1,588 kg braked, for the 2022 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-door 4x4, 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, 7-speed manual.

How big is the Ford Bronco's boot?

1,085 L, for the 2022 Ford Bronco Big Bend 4-door 4x4, 2.3L EcoBoost I-4, 7-speed manual.

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