Outer Banks 4WD
What the Outer Banks adds over the Big Bend
| Spec | Big Bend | Outer Banks |
|---|---|---|
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 27 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 30 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Tire size | 225/65R17 | 225/60R18 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 18 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 6-way Power Passenger (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline), 8-way Power Driver's Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline, Lumbar), Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror, Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC), Front Row – Heated Seats, LED Headlamps with LED Signature Lighting, Memory Driver's Seat and Sideview Mirror, Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only), Remote Start System – Key Fob activated, Steering Wheel – Heated and Premium Wrapped, Steering Wheel – Premium Wrapped, Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 308 mm |
| Front brake type | vented disc, single-piston caliper with ABS |
| Rear brake diameter | 302 mm |
| Rear brake type | disc, single-piston caliper with ABS and electric park |
| Parking brake type | electric |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 65.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 32.5 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 105.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | FordPass Connect |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in |
| Overall height | 70.4 in |
| Overall length | 173.1 in |
| Overall width | 74.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 3 |
| Engine displacement | 1497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | GTDI |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.5L EcoBoost 3-cylinder turbocharged |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 180 hp |
| Torque | 200 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.5 in |
| Second-row headroom | 41.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.9 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.3 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut-type with coil spring, stabilizer bar, twin-tube hydraulic gas-pressurized dampers; steel subframe with aluminum lower control arm and cast knuckle |
| Rear suspension type | Independent double lateral link semi-trailing arms with coil spring, stabilizer bar, monotube hydraulic gas-pressurized dampers and isolated steel subframe |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 2 opt
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Lane Centering
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (includes Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support)
- Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- 360-Degree Camera (with split view) optional
- Driver and Front Row Passenger Dual-Stage Airbags
- Evasive Steering Assist
- Front-Seat Mounted Side-Impact Airbags
- Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert
- Lane-Keeping System (includes Lane-Keeping Assist, Lane-Keeping Alert and Driver Alert)
- Rear View Camera
- Safety Canopy® System – Front and Second Row Safety Canopy® Side-Curtain with Rollover Sensor
- Rear View Camera with rear parking sensors
- Front Parking Sensors optional
- AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
- Auto High Beam Headlamps
- BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Electronic Traction Control
- Four-Wheel Disc Brakes with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
- Hill Start Assist
- LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) on Rear Outboard Seat Positions
- Perimeter Alarm
- Personal Safety System™ (dual-stage front airbags, safety belt pretensioners, energy-management retractors)
- SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
- Safety Canopy® System with Rollover Sensor
- Individual Tire Pressure Monitoring System (ITPMS)
- SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)
Infotainment9 std · 3 opt
- FordPass Connect™ – Schedule specific times to remotely start vehicle
- FordPass Connect™ 4G Wi-Fi Modem
- FordPass Connect™ – Remotely start, lock and unlock vehicle
- Connected Navigation with 1-Year Subscription included, Pinch-to-Zoom Capability, Live Traffic, Predictive Destinations and Route Guidance, and One Box Search optional
- FordPass Connect™ – Locate parked vehicle
- Data port USB A and C in front media bin; 2 x charging ports in Bring Your Own Device bin; 2 x USB C charging ports in second row
- SYNC® 4 with Enhanced Voice Recognition – 13.2" LCD Capacitive Touchscreen in Center Stack with Swipe Capability, Cloud Connected, 911 Assist®, Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ Compatibility
- SiriusXM® Radio
- Six (6) Speakers – AM/FM Stereo
- Wireless Charging Pad
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen, 10 speakers including subwoofer optional
- HD Radio™ optional
Convenience8 std · 1 opt
- Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start with Key Fob
- Remote Start System – Key Fob activated
- 12V outlet in cargo area
- 12V outlet in front media bin
- 12V outlet in front seat console
- Bottle Opener (Located in the Hatch)
- Universal Garage Door Opener (UGDO)
- 110V/400W power outlet in second row and cargo area optional
- Manual Liftgate with Flip up Glass
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Cabin Particulate Air Filter
- Dual-Zone Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (DEATC)
- Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) with Rear Air Duct
Seating6 std · 2 opt
- 8-way Power Driver's Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline, Lumbar)
- Front Row – Heated Seats
- Second Row 60/40 Split-Fold-Flat
- 8-way Power Driver's Seat (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline, Lumbar) optional
- 6-way Power Passenger (Fore/Aft, Up/Down, Recline)
- Memory Driver's Seat and Sideview Mirror
- Second Row – Seatback Carpeted with Rubberized Seatback Mat optional
- Rear Center Armrest (Fold-Down with Two (2) Cupholders)
Interior12 std · 2 opt
- Steering Wheel – Heated and Premium Wrapped
- Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
- 12.3" LCD, fully digital instrument panel
- Customizable LCD cluster with Off-road Information screen
- MOLLE Straps System on first row seatbacks
- Rotary Gear Shift Dial
- Steering Wheel – Premium Wrapped
- Aux Switches and Wiring in overhead console optional
- Interior Grab Handles, Front Row – One (1) in the Center Floor Console, Passenger Side optional
- Steering Column – Manual Tilt/Telescoping
- Floor Mats – Front Carpeted
- Overhead Console with Sunglasses Storage
- Trip Computer
- Carpeted Flooring – Cargo and Front/Rear
Exterior12 std · 8 opt
- Power Moonroof optional
- Acoustic-Laminated Windshield
- Adjustable Flood Lights in Liftgate
- Configurable Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler
- LED Headlamps
- LED Headlamps with LED Signature Lighting
- LED Taillamps
- Mirrors, Sideview – Power and Heated Glass
- Privacy Glass – Second Row Side and Liftgate
- Rain-Sensing Wipers (Front Only)
- Roof-Rack Side Rails – Black
- Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit
- Brush Guard optional
- Fender Tie Downs optional
- Front Recovery Hooks and Rear D-Ring Recovery Hooks optional
- High Clearance Fender Flares optional
- LED Fog Lamps optional
- Roof-Rail Crossbars (optional) optional
- Underbody Protection (Under Engine Skid Plate – Steel, Fuel Tank Shields, Canister Shield – Steel) optional
Powertrain4 std · 2 opt
- Terrain Management System™ with G.O.A.T. Modes™
- 4x4 system with Air cooled PTU, disconnectable driveshaft and single clutch RDU / Advanced 4x4 with water cooled PTU, dual clutch RDU with Diff Lock Capability
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Auto Start-Stop Technology
- Trail Control™ with Trail 1-Pedal Drive optional
- Twin Clutch Rear Drive Unit optional
Chassis2 std · 1 opt
- Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) with unique tuning for drive modes
- Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
- HOSS 2.0 Off-Road Suspension optional
Cargo1 std · 1 opt
- Cargo Tie Down Carabiner Hooks and Loops
- Cargo Management System (Shelf/Divider/Table) optional
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Bronco Sport. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Outer Banks
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks add over the Big Bend?
Against the Big Bend, 12 features become standard that the Big Bend does not and 5 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.