2026 Ford Bronco: The Off-Road Icon for BC’s Backcountry Summer Adventures

Summer is the season the Ford Bronco was built for. Long daylight hours, dry forest-service roads, and remote trailheads all play to the strengths of a 4x4 that treats rough ground as the destination rather than the obstacle. The Bronco carries classic styling on the outside and serious trail hardware underneath.

If you are new to the Bronco or weighing it against other off-roaders, this is a plain-language look at what makes it capable, how far it can go off the beaten path, and why it fits the kind of backcountry summer that British Columbia is known for.

Standard 4x4 and G.O.A.T. Modes

Every Bronco comes with four-wheel drive as standard, so capability is not an upgrade you have to chase. The system works with the Bronco’s G.O.A.T. Modes, short for Goes Over Any Type of Terrain, which retune the throttle, traction, and drivetrain for the surface under the tires. Higher configurations offer up to seven modes, including settings for mud, ruts, sand, and rock crawling.

• Standard 4x4 on every model
• Up to seven G.O.A.T. Modes for changing terrain
• Available HOSS suspension and front stabilizer-bar disconnect for extra wheel travel

How Far It Can Go

The numbers tell the story of a vehicle designed to climb, straddle, and wade. With the available Sasquatch Package, ground clearance reaches up to 294 mm (11.6“), and the Bronco can ford water up to 850.9 mm (33.5”) deep. Its geometry is tuned for obstacles, with an approach angle up to 47.2 degrees, a breakover angle of 30.8 degrees, and a departure angle of 40.5 degrees.

Traction hardware scales with the trims, and available 35- to 37-inch tires give the Bronco the footprint to crawl over rock and root. For towing gear to the trailhead, the Bronco pulls up to 4,500 lbs (2,041 kg) when properly equipped.

Engines and Transmissions

The Bronco offers turbocharged power across the lineup:

• 2.3L EcoBoost I-4: 300 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7L EcoBoost V6: 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L EcoBoost V6 (Bronco Raptor): up to 418 hp

The 2.3L engine can be paired with a 7-speed manual for drivers who like more control on the trail, while a 10-speed automatic is available across the range.

Built to Get Dirty and Clean Up Easy

The Bronco leans into the reality of backcountry use. Removable doors and roof panels open the cabin to the outdoors, and marine-grade vinyl seating with washable floors and built-in drains means a hose can handle the mud at the end of the day. A 12-inch touchscreen keeps navigation and off-road information front and centre. Seating runs up to four in the two-door and up to five in the four-door.

At a Glance: 2026 Ford Bronco

Learn More at Glenoak Ford Sales

The Bronco rewards drivers who want to spend their summer where the map runs out. If you are curious how it handles and how the trims differ, stop by the team at Glenoak Ford Sales in Colwood to take a closer look and ask about the setup that suits your kind of adventure.