Bronco Badlands vs Wildtrak: which is better?
2026 Ford Bronco Comparison
Bronco Badlands vs. Wildtrak: Which Is Better?
For 2026, this comparison has changed. Wildtrak is no longer a separate Ford Bronco trim. Instead, Ford offers the Wildtrak Package exclusively on Bronco Badlands 4-Door models. That means the real decision is whether you want the flexibility of Badlands or a factory-built Badlands already equipped with V6 power, Sasquatch, HOSS 3.0 suspension and the Black Appearance Package.
Quick Answer: Badlands for Flexibility; Wildtrak for the Factory Performance Package
Choose a regular Bronco Badlands if you want to build the Bronco around your own priorities.
Badlands can be configured as a 2-Door or 4-Door, starts with the 2.3L EcoBoost, offers a 7-speed manual transmission, and lets you add the 2.7L V6, automatic transmission, Sasquatch, HOSS 3.0 and other equipment selectively.
Choose the Wildtrak Package if you already know you want a 4-Door Badlands with the 2.7L V6, 10-speed automatic, Sasquatch Package, HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension and Black Appearance Package.
Wildtrak removes much of the decision-making because Ford bundles those major performance components together.
Our pick for most serious trail buyers is regular Badlands. Our pick for the buyer who wants a high-speed, V6-powered, 35-inch-tire Bronco without stepping all the way to Raptor is Wildtrak-equipped Badlands.
Configuration Flexibility
Badlands
2-Door or 4-Door, manual or automatic, 2.3L or available V6.
High-Speed Off-Road
Wildtrak
HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers is bundled in.
Manual Transmission
Badlands
Wildtrak requires the 2.7L V6 and 10-speed automatic.
Turnkey 35-Inch Build
Wildtrak
Sasquatch is part of the package instead of an additional decision.
First: Wildtrak Is Not a Separate 2026 Bronco Trim
If you remember Bronco Wildtrak as its own model, you are remembering an earlier version of the lineup correctly.
Ford brought the Wildtrak name back during the 2026 model year, but changed the way it is sold.
Wildtrak is now an equipment package available exclusively on Bronco Badlands 4-Door.
What That Means
Every current Wildtrak-equipped Bronco starts as a Badlands.
You are not choosing between two completely different trim levels.
You are deciding whether the standard Badlands formula is right for you or whether you want Ford to add a specific collection of high-performance equipment to it.
Think of Wildtrak as a performance-focused Badlands build.
2026 Bronco Badlands vs. Wildtrak Package
The biggest differences are body-style flexibility, engine choice, transmission choice, tire package, suspension and appearance.
| Category | Bronco Badlands | Badlands With Wildtrak Package | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Classification | Standalone Bronco trim | Equipment package on Badlands | Different structure |
| Body Styles | 2-Door or 4-Door | 4-Door only | Badlands |
| Standard Engine | 2.3L EcoBoost I-4 | 2.7L EcoBoost V6 | Wildtrak for standard power |
| 2.3L Output | Up to 300 hp / 325 lb-ft | Not part of Wildtrak configuration | Badlands for choice |
| 2.7L V6 Output | Available on applicable 4-Door models | Standard — up to 330 hp / 415 lb-ft | Wildtrak standard |
| Manual Transmission | Available with 2.3L | No | Badlands |
| Automatic Transmission | Available | Standard 10-speed | Preference |
| Standard Badlands Suspension | HOSS 2.0 with Bilstein position-sensitive dampers | Upgraded by Wildtrak package | — |
| Wildtrak Suspension | HOSS 3.0 available separately with compatible equipment | HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers included | Wildtrak |
| Standard Tire | Approximately 33-inch all-terrain / rugged-terrain depending on configuration | 35-inch rugged-terrain through Sasquatch | Wildtrak |
| Sasquatch Package | Available | Included | Wildtrak for bundled equipment |
| Electronic-Locking Front & Rear Axles | Available through applicable configuration/Sasquatch | Included through Sasquatch | Wildtrak standard package content |
| 4.70 Final Drive | Included with Sasquatch | Included through Sasquatch | Tie when similarly equipped |
| Front Stabilizer Disconnect | Available; included with Badlands Sasquatch | Included through Sasquatch configuration | Similar when equipped |
| Black Appearance Package | Available | Included | Wildtrak |
| G.O.A.T. Modes | 7 | Built on Badlands foundation | Similar core capability |
| Maximum Towing | Up to 3,500 lbs depending on configuration | Within Badlands towing limits; verify exact vehicle | No major reason to choose Wildtrak |
| Best For | Technical trails and buyers who want configuration choice | V6-powered, high-speed off-road performance with turnkey factory upgrades | Depends on buyer |
The Foundation
Bronco Badlands Is Already a Serious Off-Road SUV
You do not need the Wildtrak Package to turn Badlands into a legitimate trail vehicle.
Badlands starts with Ford's Advanced 4x4 system and HOSS 2.0 suspension with Bilstein position-sensitive dampers.
Standard tire size is approximately 33 inches, and the trim is designed around technical off-road use with steel underbody protection, rock rails and trail-focused drive modes.
Badlands is also one of the few places in the lineup where serious off-road capability can still be paired with a manual transmission.
For rock crawling and technical low-speed trail work, a regular Badlands already starts from an excellent place.
What Does the 2026 Wildtrak Package Add?
Ford essentially takes several of the most desirable Badlands upgrades and bundles them together.
- 2.7L EcoBoost V6
- 10-speed automatic transmission
- Sasquatch Package
- HOSS 3.0 suspension
- FOX internal-bypass dampers
- Black Appearance Package
The Result
Wildtrak-equipped Badlands becomes more focused on high-speed off-road performance while retaining the technical trail foundation of Badlands.
You get the stronger mainstream Bronco engine, 35-inch tires, locking-axle capability, specialized HOSS 3.0 suspension and a darker exterior treatment in one factory package.
It is effectively the factory answer for a buyer who would have checked most of those option boxes anyway.
Badlands vs. Wildtrak Engine Difference
Wildtrak simplifies the powertrain choice by making the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 part of the package.
Regular Badlands: 2.3L EcoBoost
Badlands comes standard with Ford's 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder.
It produces up to 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel.
The important advantage is flexibility: the 2.3L can be paired with Ford's 7-speed manual or available 10-speed automatic.
For technical off-road use, the 2.3L provides plenty of power without forcing the buyer into the V6.
Wildtrak: 2.7L EcoBoost V6
Wildtrak includes the 2.7L EcoBoost V6.
It produces up to 330 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel.
That is 30 more horsepower and approximately 90 lb-ft more torque than the 2.3L maximum.
The engine is paired exclusively with the 10-speed automatic in the Wildtrak configuration.
Do You Need Wildtrak to Get the 2.7L V6?
No.
This is an important distinction.
Applicable 4-Door Badlands models can be ordered with the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 10-speed automatic without adding the entire Wildtrak Package.
That means a buyer who wants 415 lb-ft of torque but does not care about HOSS 3.0, the Black Appearance Package or the complete Wildtrak combination can still build a V6 Badlands.
Do not buy Wildtrak just to get the V6. Buy Wildtrak because you want the entire package surrounding the V6.
Want a Manual? Regular Badlands Wins Immediately
The regular Badlands can pair its 2.3L EcoBoost with Ford's 7-speed manual transmission.
That transmission uses six conventional forward gears plus a dedicated crawler gear for very low-speed trail work.
It is one of the features that makes Badlands especially appealing to traditional off-road enthusiasts.
Wildtrak Is Automatic Only
The Wildtrak Package requires the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 10-speed automatic.
If three pedals are part of your ideal Bronco build, the Wildtrak decision is already over.
Choose regular Badlands with the 2.3L manual.
Want a 2-Door Bronco? You Need Regular Badlands
Badlands is available in both 2-Door and 4-Door configurations.
The current Wildtrak Package is exclusive to Badlands 4-Door.
That makes regular Badlands the only choice between these two configurations for buyers who want the shorter wheelbase and classic proportions of a 2-Door Bronco.
For some serious trail drivers, that shorter body is not a compromise—it is exactly why they want the Bronco.
35-Inch Tire Capability
Wildtrak Includes Sasquatch
Sasquatch is one of the biggest reasons to consider Wildtrak.
The 2026 Sasquatch Package includes 35-inch LT315/70R17 rugged-terrain tires, 17-inch wheels, electronic-locking front and rear axles and a 4.70 final-drive ratio.
It also adds high-clearance equipment and significantly changes the stance and capability of the Bronco.
Wildtrak includes Sasquatch as part of the package.
Regular Badlands lets you decide whether you actually want it.
Regular Badlands Can Get Sasquatch Too
Wildtrak does not own Sasquatch capability.
You can add the Sasquatch Package directly to Badlands.
This gives you a useful middle ground if you want 35-inch tires and locking-axle hardware without automatically choosing the full Wildtrak equipment combination.
Why That Matters
It lets you separate two decisions:
Do I want Sasquatch?
and
Do I want the Wildtrak performance package?
Those are not the same question.
HOSS 2.0 vs. HOSS 3.0
The suspension upgrade is arguably the most important reason to choose Wildtrak over a conventional Badlands.
Badlands HOSS 2.0
Standard Badlands uses HOSS 2.0 with Bilstein position-sensitive dampers.
It is designed around serious off-road use and gives Badlands an excellent technical-trail foundation straight from the factory.
For low-speed terrain, rock crawling and general trail work, HOSS 2.0 is not a weak suspension that needs to be immediately replaced.
Wildtrak HOSS 3.0
Wildtrak upgrades the Badlands to HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers.
Ford positions HOSS 3.0 as the next step toward higher-performance off-road use.
The system is particularly appealing to drivers who spend more time carrying speed across rough terrain rather than moving only at rock-crawling pace.
Is HOSS 3.0 Better Than HOSS 2.0?
HOSS 3.0 is the higher-performance system, but that does not automatically make Wildtrak the better Bronco for every trail.
HOSS 2.0 with Bilstein position-sensitive dampers is already a capable off-road suspension and fits the technical-trail mission of Badlands extremely well.
HOSS 3.0 adds FOX internal-bypass dampers and is more attractive to buyers who want faster rough-road and desert-style performance.
If you crawl slowly over difficult obstacles, Badlands remains an excellent choice.
If you like traveling faster across rough terrain, Wildtrak starts making a stronger case.
Badlands: Technical Trail Personality
Badlands is the Bronco we would start with for:
- Rock crawling
- Deep articulation
- Slow technical trails
- Steep loose climbs
- Rutted terrain
- Buyers who want manual-transmission control
Wildtrak: Faster Off-Road Personality
Wildtrak makes more sense for:
- Faster dirt roads
- Desert-style terrain
- Rough-road speed
- Buyers who want HOSS 3.0 from the factory
- Drivers who already want the 2.7L V6
- Buyers who already want Sasquatch
What About Locking Differentials?
Locking differentials help force both wheels on an axle to rotate together when traction becomes limited.
Badlands already lives near the top of the Bronco lineup for drivetrain capability, and Sasquatch adds electronic-locking front and rear axles with a 4.70 final-drive ratio.
Because Sasquatch is included with Wildtrak, a Wildtrak-equipped Badlands receives that hardware as part of its package.
If you equip regular Badlands with Sasquatch, the drivetrain gap between it and Wildtrak becomes much smaller. HOSS 3.0 and the bundled V6/appearance equipment then become the bigger differences.
Wheel Articulation
Both Can Get Front Stabilizer Disconnect
Ford's Front Stabilizer Disconnect allows greater front suspension articulation across uneven terrain.
On 2026 Badlands, the system is available separately and is included when the Badlands Sasquatch Package is selected.
Because Wildtrak includes Sasquatch, its configuration includes the key Sasquatch trail hardware as part of the package.
This is another reason Wildtrak should not be thought of as replacing Badlands. It builds on Badlands.
Wildtrak Also Changes the Look
The 2026 Wildtrak Package includes Ford's Black Appearance Package.
That gives the vehicle a darker and more aggressive visual treatment compared with a standard Badlands.
Black Appearance Details Can Include
- Black exterior accents
- Black grille treatment
- Black mirror-cap treatment
- Black Appearance graphics
- Compatible black wheel treatment
If you were going to add the Black Appearance Package anyway, Wildtrak becomes more attractive as a bundled build.
Regular Badlands Lets You Avoid Paying for Equipment You Don't Want
This is the strongest argument for staying with Badlands.
Maybe you want the 2.3L manual and 33-inch tires.
Maybe you want a 2.7L automatic but do not want 35-inch tires.
Maybe you want Sasquatch but do not care about the Black Appearance Package.
Maybe you want HOSS 3.0 but prefer a different visual treatment.
Regular Badlands allows you to build toward those individual priorities rather than accepting the complete Wildtrak recipe.
Wildtrak Makes the Most Sense When You Were Going to Check Those Boxes Anyway
The value proposition is simple.
If your ideal Badlands already includes:
2.7L V6 + 10-speed automatic + Sasquatch + HOSS 3.0 + Black Appearance Package,
then Wildtrak is exactly the configuration Ford designed for you.
Instead of assembling the personality one option at a time, Wildtrak bundles the major ingredients into a recognizable factory equipment group.
The more closely your wish list resembles the Wildtrak package list, the stronger the case becomes.
Which Is Better on the Road?
A regular Badlands on its smaller standard tires may be the easier configuration to live with during normal pavement driving.
Wildtrak includes 35-inch Sasquatch tires and more specialized suspension equipment.
Those components exist primarily because of what the vehicle can do off road.
But HOSS 3.0 Is Still a Sophisticated System
Wildtrak is not a primitive trail-only vehicle.
The FOX internal-bypass dampers are designed to provide high-performance control across a wide range of suspension movement.
The real daily-driving difference may come down as much to 35-inch tire size and the complete Sasquatch setup as to the dampers themselves.
Which Is Better if Fuel Economy Matters?
Regular Badlands gives you more opportunity to keep the configuration lighter and less aggressive.
Wildtrak automatically combines the 2.7L V6 with 35-inch rugged-terrain tires and Sasquatch equipment.
Larger tires, additional weight and aggressive gearing are chosen for capability rather than maximum fuel economy.
If fuel cost is a significant concern, a 2.3L Badlands without the most aggressive off-road packages is the more logical direction.
Always use the current EPA rating for the exact configuration when comparing fuel economy.
Towing
Does Wildtrak Tow More Than Badlands?
Towing is not the reason we would choose Wildtrak.
The 2026 Bronco Badlands has a published maximum towing capability of up to approximately 3,500 pounds when properly equipped.
The Wildtrak Package does not transform Badlands into a heavy-duty tow vehicle.
If towing is central to your purchase, verify the exact Wildtrak-equipped vehicle's rating rather than assuming the larger engine creates a higher trailer limit.
Choose Wildtrak for performance suspension and packaged off-road equipment, not for additional towing capacity.
Ford Bronco Towing GuideWildtrak vs. Bronco Raptor
Wildtrak occupies an interesting space below Bronco Raptor.
It combines the Badlands foundation with the 330-hp 2.7L V6, 35-inch tires and HOSS 3.0 suspension.
That creates a very serious factory performance Bronco without moving into Raptor's much more extreme dimensions.
Raptor Still Goes Much Farther
Bronco Raptor uses:
- 3.0L EcoBoost V6
- Up to 418 horsepower
- HOSS 4.0 suspension
- FOX Live Valve dampers
- 37-inch tires
- Much wider Raptor-specific chassis
Wildtrak is not a budget Raptor. It is a high-performance Badlands.
Why Might Wildtrak Be Better Than Raptor for Some Buyers?
Because maximum capability can create maximum compromises.
Raptor's 37-inch tires, enormous track width and specialized chassis are fantastic if you want exactly what Raptor was built to do.
Wildtrak keeps the more conventional Bronco Badlands body while adding HOSS 3.0 and 35-inch-tire capability.
That can make it a more manageable choice for garages, parking lots, narrow trails and daily use.
For the buyer who wants more than Sasquatch Badlands but does not need the full Raptor experience, Wildtrak fills a useful middle position.
Who Should Buy Badlands vs. Wildtrak?
The right answer becomes easy once you identify which features are non-negotiable.
Buy Regular Badlands If:
- You want a 2-Door.
- You want a manual transmission.
- You prefer the 2.3L EcoBoost.
- You want to choose options individually.
- You do not necessarily need 35-inch tires.
- Rock crawling matters more than high-speed desert driving.
- You want a simpler or potentially less expensive build.
- You want technical capability without automatically selecting every performance package.
Buy Wildtrak-Equipped Badlands If:
- You want a 4-Door.
- You already want the 2.7L V6.
- You prefer the 10-speed automatic.
- You already want Sasquatch.
- You want 35-inch tires.
- You want HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension.
- You like the Black Appearance Package.
- Higher-speed rough-terrain performance matters.
Badlands or Wildtrak? Decide in 30 Seconds
Match the statement to your ideal Bronco.
"I want a 2-Door."
Badlands. Wildtrak is exclusive to the 4-Door.
"I want a manual."
Badlands. Choose an applicable 2.3L configuration.
"I want the 2.7L V6."
Either. You can order a V6 Badlands without necessarily choosing Wildtrak.
"I want V6 + Sasquatch."
Wildtrak deserves a hard look. Both are part of the package.
"I want 35-inch tires."
Either. Regular Badlands can get Sasquatch; Wildtrak includes it.
"I want the best value for technical trails."
Regular Badlands. You may not need all of the Wildtrak hardware.
"I drive fast on rough dirt roads."
Wildtrak. HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers is a major reason to choose it.
"I want the blacked-out appearance."
Wildtrak. Black Appearance Package is bundled into the current package.
"I want to pick every option myself."
Regular Badlands. It provides much greater build flexibility.
"I want everything already packaged together."
Wildtrak. That is exactly the point of the package.
Which Wins Each Category?
Because Wildtrak builds on Badlands, the competition is really between flexibility and additional standard performance hardware.
2-Door Availability: Badlands
Manual Transmission: Badlands
Powertrain Choice: Badlands
Standard Horsepower: Wildtrak
Standard Torque: Wildtrak
35-Inch Tires: Wildtrak
HOSS 3.0: Wildtrak
Technical Trail Value: Badlands
High-Speed Off-Roading: Wildtrak
Configuration Flexibility: Badlands
Don't Buy Wildtrak Just Because It Is "More"
A common Bronco-shopping mistake is assuming that the package with more equipment must automatically be better.
Wildtrak gives you excellent hardware, but that hardware has a specific purpose.
If you do not need 35-inch tires, do not care about HOSS 3.0, prefer the manual transmission or simply want a technical trail Bronco, regular Badlands may be the better vehicle.
Larger tires and more specialized suspension are not free benefits. They influence purchase cost, replacement tire expense, weight and daily-driving characteristics.
Buy Wildtrak because its equipment matches your use, not because the option list is longer.
But Don't Build a Wildtrak One Option at a Time if Wildtrak Is What You Really Want
The opposite mistake is starting with Badlands and then checking every box that makes it resemble Wildtrak.
If you know from the beginning that you want the 2.7L V6, 10-speed automatic, Sasquatch, HOSS 3.0 and Black Appearance Package, compare the Wildtrak Package before building the same personality piece by piece.
Factory bundling can simplify ordering and make the vehicle's equipment easier to understand later.
If your ideal Badlands already looks exactly like Wildtrak, buy the Wildtrak-equipped Badlands.
Our Verdict: Badlands Is the Better Starting Point; Wildtrak Is the Better Finished Package
For the widest group of serious Bronco buyers, we would start with Badlands.
It gives you the mechanical foundation that makes the trim special while preserving choices that Wildtrak removes.
You can choose 2-Door or 4-Door, manual or automatic, 2.3L or available V6 and decide for yourself whether Sasquatch and HOSS 3.0 are worth adding.
Wildtrak Is Better for a Very Specific Buyer
If you already want a 4-Door, 2.7L V6, 10-speed automatic, 35-inch tires, Sasquatch, HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension and blacked-out appearance, Wildtrak is the more logical choice.
It creates a high-performance Badlands that sits meaningfully above the standard configuration without going all the way to the extreme width, 37-inch tires and 418-horsepower powertrain of Bronco Raptor.
Badlands lets you build the Bronco. Wildtrak tells Ford exactly how you wanted that Badlands built.
Bronco Badlands vs. Wildtrak FAQs
Quick answers to common questions about the current Wildtrak Package and Bronco Badlands.
Which is better, Bronco Badlands or Wildtrak?
Regular Badlands is better for buyers who want configuration flexibility, a manual transmission or a 2-Door. The Wildtrak Package is better for buyers who already want a 4-Door Badlands with the 2.7L V6, automatic, Sasquatch and HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension.
Is Wildtrak a Bronco trim in 2026?
No. For 2026, Ford offers Wildtrak as an equipment package available exclusively on Bronco Badlands 4-Door models rather than as a separate trim level.
What comes in the 2026 Bronco Wildtrak Package?
The Wildtrak Package includes the 2.7L EcoBoost V6, 10-speed automatic transmission, Sasquatch Package, HOSS 3.0 suspension with FOX internal-bypass dampers and Black Appearance Package.
What engine does Bronco Wildtrak have?
The 2026 Wildtrak Package includes Ford's 2.7L EcoBoost V6, producing up to 330 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel.
What engine comes standard in Bronco Badlands?
Bronco Badlands comes standard with the 2.3L EcoBoost four-cylinder, producing up to 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel.
Can regular Badlands get the 2.7L V6?
Yes. The 2.7L EcoBoost V6 is available on applicable 4-Door Badlands models with the 10-speed automatic transmission.
Can you get Bronco Wildtrak with a manual transmission?
No. The current Wildtrak Package includes the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 and 10-speed automatic transmission.
Can you get Bronco Badlands with a manual?
Yes. Applicable Badlands models with the 2.3L EcoBoost can use Ford's 7-speed manual transmission with crawler gear.
Can you get a 2-Door Wildtrak?
Not in the current 2026 configuration. The Wildtrak Package is available exclusively on Badlands 4-Door.
Can you get a 2-Door Bronco Badlands?
Yes. Regular Bronco Badlands is available in both 2-Door and 4-Door configurations.
Does Bronco Wildtrak come with Sasquatch?
Yes. The 2026 Wildtrak Package includes the Sasquatch Package.
Can Bronco Badlands get Sasquatch?
Yes. Sasquatch is available separately on Bronco Badlands and includes 35-inch rugged-terrain tires, locking front and rear axles, 4.70 gearing and high-clearance equipment.
What size tires are on Bronco Wildtrak?
Because the current Wildtrak Package includes Sasquatch, it uses approximately 35-inch LT315/70R17 rugged-terrain tires.
What suspension does Bronco Badlands have?
Standard 2026 Bronco Badlands uses HOSS 2.0 suspension with Bilstein position-sensitive dampers.
What suspension does Bronco Wildtrak have?
The 2026 Wildtrak Package includes HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers.
Is HOSS 3.0 better than HOSS 2.0?
HOSS 3.0 is the higher-performance suspension and is particularly attractive for faster rough-terrain driving. HOSS 2.0 remains a very capable system for technical trails and general off-road use.
Is Wildtrak better for rock crawling?
Not automatically. Regular Badlands is already designed around technical trail capability, and a Sasquatch-equipped Badlands can share much of Wildtrak's drivetrain hardware. Wildtrak's biggest distinction is its HOSS 3.0 high-performance suspension package and bundled V6 equipment.
Is Wildtrak better for high-speed off-roading?
Wildtrak has the stronger argument for high-speed rough-terrain driving because HOSS 3.0 with FOX internal-bypass dampers is included as part of the package.
Does Wildtrak have locking differentials?
Yes. The included Sasquatch Package provides electronic-locking front and rear axles with a 4.70 final-drive ratio.
Does Bronco Wildtrak have the Black Appearance Package?
Yes. Ford includes the Black Appearance Package as part of the current Wildtrak Package.
Is Wildtrak better than Bronco Raptor?
No single answer fits every buyer. Bronco Raptor is substantially more extreme with a 418-horsepower 3.0L EcoBoost, HOSS 4.0 suspension and 37-inch tires. Wildtrak can be easier to live with while still providing serious high-performance off-road capability.
Does Wildtrak tow more than Badlands?
Wildtrak should not be selected primarily for towing. Badlands has a maximum published rating of up to approximately 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, and the exact Wildtrak-equipped vehicle should be checked for its configuration-specific rating.
Should I buy Badlands with Sasquatch or Wildtrak?
Choose Badlands with Sasquatch if you want 35-inch tires and locking-axle capability but do not necessarily want the complete Wildtrak package. Choose Wildtrak if you also want the 2.7L V6, automatic, HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension and Black Appearance Package.
Who should buy Bronco Badlands?
Bronco Badlands is ideal for buyers who want serious technical off-road capability with the freedom to choose body style, transmission, engine and major option packages individually.
Who should buy Bronco Wildtrak?
The Wildtrak Package is ideal for buyers who already know they want a 4-Door V6 Badlands with Sasquatch, 35-inch tires, HOSS 3.0 FOX suspension and blacked-out appearance equipment.
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Want to Compare Badlands and Wildtrak-Equipped Broncos?
The best comparison is between actual builds.
A regular Badlands can look completely different depending on whether it has the 2.3L or 2.7L, manual or automatic, 33-inch tires or Sasquatch, HOSS 2.0 or available HOSS 3.0.
Wildtrak simplifies that formula by bundling several major performance choices together.
At Chuck Anderson Ford, we can help you compare the equipment on individual Broncos instead of relying only on the trim badge.
Tell us whether you care most about rock crawling, faster off-road driving, manual-transmission control, 35-inch tires, V6 torque or everyday use. That usually makes the correct configuration obvious.
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Information on this page reflects available 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands and Wildtrak Package information at the time this comparison was prepared. Wildtrak is a 2026 equipment package available exclusively on compatible Badlands 4-Door models rather than a standalone Bronco trim. Ford states that the Wildtrak Package includes the 2.7L EcoBoost V6, 10-speed automatic transmission, Sasquatch Package, HOSS 3.0 suspension with FOX internal-bypass dampers and Black Appearance Package. Engines, transmissions, tire sizes, suspension, axle equipment, packages, towing capacity, roof availability and other specifications can vary by production timing and individual vehicle. Maximum horsepower and torque figures may require premium fuel. Always verify current specifications, pricing, package availability and equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or off-road use.