Deciphering the Badlands Trim of the 2023 Bronco Sport

The Badlands is a region of South Dakota characterized by an expanse of mixed-grass prairie and the famous Black Hills, home to species like the bison, prairie dogs, and big-horn sheep; many artists have found inspiration in this area, including a movie that made Martin Sheen a star and a song that was a popular early album track for Bruce Springsteen, so it’s not surprising that Ford decided to name the top trim for its Bronco Sport after this place. If you’re looking for a vehicle that can handle off-road adventures as easily as city streets, one of your best choices is the 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands.

At The Faricy Boys Ford, we are proud to offer Colorado drivers the Ford Bronco Sport for sale. This subcompact SUV will give you a thrilling ride on or off the road with its many specialized features. If you choose a Bronco Sport Badlands from us, you will be getting a subcompact SUV unlike any on the road today. When Ford decided to bring back the famous Bronco in 2021 as a purpose-built off-road SUV, it also created a smaller version called the Bronco Sport that delivers exceptional value in a model built to handle whatever nature can throw its way.

A Powerful Powertrain to Tame the Wild

Ford offers the 2023 Bronco Sport with two different engine options. The more powerful one is a 2.0L EcoBoost Turbo I-4 gas engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission; this comes standard on the Bronco Sport Badlands and outperforms the 1.5L EcoBoost I-3 found on most other trims.

This engine is turbocharged and intercooled to deliver impressive output. It has a dual-overhead camshaft configuration with four valves per cylinder; as a result, it can deliver 250 hp at 5500 RPM and 277 lb-ft of torque at 3000 RPM using direct fuel injection. Also, the steering wheel features SelectShift paddle shifters, so you can emulate the performance of a manual transmission without the hassle of working a clutch.

On the road, the Bronco Sport Badlands can give you up to 23 MPG in combined fuel economy. More importantly, it provides exceptional acceleration, going from zero to sixty in just 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 125 mph; this will help you power through even the toughest trails. It also has the power to tow up to 2,200 lbs, which will allow you to bring along a camper if you decide to spend the night out in the wilderness.

Standard Off-Road Equipment to Get You Over Obstacles

If you plan to tackle terrain as challenging as South Dakota’s Badlands, you must ensure your vehicle is properly equipped—and the folks at Ford have guaranteed that your 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands is ready for off-roading as soon as you drive it off the lot.

It starts with a set of Falken Wildpeak all-terrain tires wrapped around 17-inch carbonized gray-painted aluminum wheels; these are designed to give you the grip and traction you need, no matter the conditions of the trail. The drivetrain is an advanced 4×4 with a twin-clutch rear drive unit; this will deliver all of the engine’s horsepower to one wheel—if necessary—in conditions where the other three wheels are not able to get traction; instead of spinning aimlessly, your Bronco Sport Badland’s wheels will get up, out of, and over practically any obstacle in your path.

The Bronco Sport Badlands also features Ford’s Terrain Management System with seven different GOAT modes; these will help your Bronco Sport “go over any [type of] terrain.” The ones on the Badlands trim include Normal for regular road conditions, Eco for better fuel economy, Sport for better acceleration on the highway, Sand for handling dunes, Slippery for inclement weather, Mud/Ruts for damp trails, and Rock Crawl for getting you up and over bulky obstacles. This is such an incredible system that you’ll probably prefer to say that GOAT stands for “greatest of all time.”

Ford has strategically placed several metal bash plates under the Bronco Sport Badlands’ chassis to protect key parts of your vehicle’s underbody, including the engine compartment, oil pan, and transfer case. The last thing you want happening out in the wilderness is to damage any of these critical components. The metal bash plates will give you peace of mind if you run over any remarkably sized debris.

A set of front tow hooks is also included with the Badlands trim, mounted on the underside of the front bumper. In the event you get stuck, simply attach towing cables to these hooks and have another vehicle or a winch pull your Bronco Sport to safety. You can also use these to help another motorist retrieve their vehicle. A set of fog lamps will likewise come in handy in difficult trail conditions.

Built for Adventure and Bringing Along Your Gear

Ford has given the 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands plenty of room to bring equipment for your next adventure. The liftgate opens to reveal 29.4 cu.ft. of rear cargo space; while this is slightly less than on other Bronco Sport trims that have the smaller I-3 engine, it is still an amazing amount of cargo space for a subcompact SUV. If you need more room, you can easily fold down the rear seat for a total 60.6 cu.ft. of cargo space.

The liftgate itself has flip-up glass, which can make loading and unloading items easier. You won’t have to keep opening and closing the liftgate to get at the items on top. In addition, the rear hatch has a bottle opener on the side, so you and your passengers can enjoy a cold beverage without having to hunt through your belongings.

The Bronco Sport Badlands also features a Safari-style roof, which allows for extra headroom in the back; this is so expansive that you can fit two mountain bikes standing up if you choose to add the available interior bike rack. This roof is constructed of steel, so it can handle up to 150 lbs of additional cargo that you may bring with you and store atop, like a tent or kayaks.

A Roomy Interior to Bring Civilization to the Backcountry

For a vehicle as rugged as the Bronco Sport Badlands, the interior is surprisingly comfortable and luxurious. Ford provides this model with a spacious 105.7 cu.ft. of room for you and up to four passengers. These kinds of numbers easily surpass most other subcompact SUVs.

Also, Ford does an exceptional job apportioning this space between the Bronco Sport’s two rows. While front-row passengers get 41.5 inches of headroom and 42.4 inches of legroom, back-seat passengers will enjoy 41.7 inches of headroom and 36.9 inches of legroom, letting them stretch out during the adventure.

The front row seats on the Badlands are bucket style with a sport contour design. The rear seat is a 60/40 split-folding bench with rubberized backs to match the material used in the trunk; this will make it easy to clean if you track any parts of the trail into your car as you prepare to head home.

Ford has given the seats on the Bronco Sport Badlands a unique cloth design with color accents. Two-tone leather seats are available as an option. The backs of the front row seats feature a MOLLE strap system so your passengers can store equipment like water bottles and flashlights with easy access.

Get Ready to Tackle the Trail in a Ford Bronco Sport Badlands!

If you are serious about off-roading, then you need a vehicle that can handle the most challenging terrain. The 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands earns its name by delivering the kind of performance and features you need to take on the toughest trails, including the eponymous region of South Dakota. Stop into The Faricy Boys Ford today and see why you should make your next vehicle a 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands!