The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend is designed for parents researching safe, practical family vehicles, offering easy rear seat access and enough room to accommodate up to three car seats across the back row. Its wide-opening rear doors and adjustable rear seats simplify loading children and installing car seats, while versatile cargo space handles strollers and sports gear with ease, making it a strong fit for growing or busy families.
Families with young children or teens will benefit from the Bronco Sportâs rear LATCH anchors, wide seatbacks, and flat rear bench, which simplify securing a mix of infant, convertible, or booster seats. Parents managing carpools or teen drivers will find the intuitive SYNC 4 system, rear seat reminders, and available Wi-Fi connectivity especially convenient. The flexible cargo area supports active families needing to haul sports equipment, groceries, or weekend getaway supplies.
Powered by a 1.5L EcoBoost engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, the SUV delivers smooth, quiet accelerationâ"ideal for keeping sleeping kids undisturbed. Confident highway power ensures safe merging and passing, even with a full load of passengers and luggage. With four-wheel drive and independent suspension, it handles family road trips and inclement weather capably, while EPA ratings of 25 mpg city and 30 mpg highway help keep family fuel costs manageable.
Safety is paramount: this model features rear outboard LATCH anchors for easy car seat installation, comprehensive airbag coverage including dual front, front side, overhead, and knee airbags, and ABS with four-wheel disc brakes for controlled stops. A rearview camera and rear parking sensors enhance visibility. The Bronco Sport was engineered with a reinforced safety cage, and SYNC 4 911 Assist provides emergency communication, delivering peace of mind for protecting what matters most.
The Big Bend trimâs Convenience Package brings thoughtful touches: automatic climate control keeps the cabin comfortable for all, a power moonroof adds light, and 12 speakers with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto keep everyone entertained. Split-folding rear seats adapt for cargo or passengers, and adjustable flood lights in the liftgate brighten nighttime outings. Keyless entry, heated mirrors, and an easy-clean cargo area add practical convenience for busy family routines.
Compared to the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, the Bronco Sport stands out with rear seat LATCH access thatâs easier for parents, a flatter rear bench for multiple car seats, and a configurable cargo area optimized for bulky strollers or sports equipment. While the CR-V and RAV4 offer similar fuel efficiency, this SUVâs specialized family features and advanced connectivity provide extra reassurance and utility.
Three car seats can fit across the rear bench, depending on seat size and configuration. Itâs equipped with complete LATCH anchors on the outer seats and a tether for the middle seat, supporting flexible child seat arrangements. The cabinâs air filtration system helps maintain healthy air quality for kids. Safety is enhanced by a rear seat reminder system that alerts if the back seat is occupied, and robust airbag coverage protects all passengers. Crash test ratings from IIHS and NHTSA are pending for this model year.
Explore the Bronco Sport Big Bendâs family-focused features at Lynch Ford Chevrolet, 410 Business 30 Sw Mt Vernon, IA 52314. For details or to schedule a test drive, call 319-895-8500. Discover peace of mind and modern convenience in an SUV built to safeguard and support your entire familyâs adventures.
