Southern California offers some of the country’s most diverse outdoor landscapes, from the sandy shores of the Pacific to the rugged terrain of the Angeles and San Bernardino National Forests. Living in the South Bay means you need a vehicle that handles weekday commutes as confidently as it tackles weekend escapes. The 2026 Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport are built for that balance, combining real off-road performance with everyday comfort and style.
Whether you’re a lifelong off-road enthusiast or exploring trail-capable SUVs for the first time, the 2026 Bronco family at South Bay Ford is engineered to exceed expectations both on the trail and on the commute.
What’s New for the 2026 Ford Bronco in Southern California
For 2026, Ford focuses on refinement, heritage, and everyday usability, enhancing what drivers already love about the Bronco rather than reinventing it.
The headline addition is the 60th Anniversary Package, celebrating six decades since the original 1966 Bronco. Available on select Outer Banks models equipped with the Sasquatch™ Package, this limited offering blends classic design with modern performance.
Heritage-inspired paint options like Wimbledon White and Ruby Red are paired with distinctive details, including “1966” wheel center caps, vermilion-red Bronco grille lettering, and Ebony and Alpine White leather seating with embossed anniversary logos.
Across the lineup, the Bronco continues to deliver smooth, predictable handling on sand, pavement, and mountain trails. The Bronco Sport receives notable technology upgrades for 2026, including a standard 13.2-inch center touchscreen and the latest SYNC® system for faster, more intuitive connectivity.
Built for Beaches, Backroads, and Everything in Between
At the heart of Bronco capability is its Goes Over Any Type of Terrain (G.O.A.T. Modes™) system, designed to adapt seamlessly to Southern California’s changing conditions.
- Sand Mode is ideal for loose terrain and coastal driving, helping maintain momentum during trips to places like Pismo Beach or sandy access roads near the coast.
- Slippery Mode adds confidence during sudden rain on the 405 or when navigating damp mountain fire roads in the San Gabriel Mountains.
- Baja Mode unlocks the Bronco’s high-performance off-road character.
The Ultimate Open-Air Experience
Few vehicles capture the spirit of SoCal driving like the Ford Bronco. The full-size Bronco offers removable doors and roof panels, making it easy to enjoy open-air cruising along the Pacific Coast Highway or expansive desert views near Joshua Tree.
Adventure isn’t always clean, which is why available washout interior flooring with integrated drain plugs and durable seating materials make cleanup easy. After a day at the beach or on muddy trails, the interior can be rinsed out and ready for whatever comes next.
Full-Size Bronco vs. Bronco Sport: Which One Fits Your Lifestyle?
The Bronco lineup offers two distinct paths to adventure, depending on where and how you drive.
The full-size Ford Bronco is built for drivers who prioritize serious off-road performance, including available Trail Control™, impressive ground clearance, removable body panels, and hardware engineered for deep trails, rock crawling, and towing. It’s ideal for frequent trips to destinations like Big Bear, Anza-Borrego, or more remote trail systems.
The Ford Bronco Sport delivers a more compact, versatile approach. With standard 4×4 capability, a city-friendly footprint, and improved technology for 2026, it’s a great fit for drivers who want easy parking during the week and the confidence to head out for weekend camping or mountain getaways.
Gear Up at South Bay Ford
Whether you’re drawn to the rugged strength of the full-size Bronco or the city-to-trail versatility of the Bronco Sport, South Bay Ford has the inventory and expertise to help you find the right fit. Our team understands the local landscape and can guide you through trim levels, G.O.A.T. Modes™, and factory-approved accessories to match how and where you drive.
Ready for a new view?
Visit South Bay Ford in Hawthorne, just off the 405 at Rosecrans, to test drive the 2026 Ford Bronco lineup and Bronco-ready accessories.
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