2025 Ford Bronco Sport Goes Beast Mode with Sasquatch Package

I was so confused when the new Ford Bronco first came out in 2020-21. I didn’t realize there were two models, so when I saw the smaller Bronco Sport, it threw me for a loop. I know the difference now, but news this week that Ford is giving the Sport a burlier trim threatens to confuse me once again.

Ford’s Bronco Sport has always been a plucky little sibling to the full-size Bronco, carving out its own space as a more rugged alternative to the Ford Escape in the compact-SUV segment. Now, the Sport is leaning a bit more into the tough-guys truck routine with the 2025 model, rolling out significant upgrades, including a beefier Sasquatch package that brings even more off-road capability.

The Sasquatch package, which has been a hit on the full-size Bronco, is now available for the Bronco Sport’s Outer Banks and Badlands trims, and it’s turning the baby Bronco into a more serious contender on rough terrain.

At the heart of the Sasquatch package are key features designed to help the Bronco Sport tackle tougher trails. The package includes Goodyear Territory all-terrain tires, a torque-vectoring twin-clutch rear differential, and a suspension upgrade with new rear Bilstein shocks on the Badlands trim. This setup gives the Bronco Sport better ground clearance and improved approach and break over angles, making it more capable in challenging off-road conditions.

Ford is offering the upgraded rear differential with the smaller 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine for the first time, which should appeal to those who want some serious off-road gear without stepping up to the more powerful 2.0-liter engine.

Speaking of engines, the 2025 Bronco Sport Badlands trim retains the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, though it now makes slightly less horsepower—238 instead of the previous 245. However, it’s still powerful, and the added torque gives it a respectable towing capacity of up to 2,700 pounds.

One of the standout features of the new Sasquatch-equipped Bronco Sport is the set of steel skid plates that protect the underbody, along with the oversized cast-steel recovery hooks at both the front and rear. These are crucial for anyone planning to push their Bronco Sport to its limits. The front hooks are mounted higher than before, making them more accessible, while the rear now has a pair of cast D-rings, a welcome upgrade from the previous setup.

Inside, the 2025 Bronco Sport also sees some substantial updates. The dashboard has been redesigned to accommodate a 12.3-inch digital driver display and a massive 13.2-inch infotainment screen running Ford’s latest Sync 4 software.

This means the Bronco Sport is now better equipped for modern tech demands, offering features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and over-the-air updates. Ford has also introduced more standard driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality and an available 360-degree camera system with trail-specific views.

For those who don’t need the complete Sasquatch treatment, the 2025 Bronco Sport still offers plenty of options. The Black Diamond package on the Big Bend trim adds extra protection and recovery points without the complete suspension upgrade. Across the lineup, you’ll find new features like Trail One-Pedal Drive, simplifying off-road driving by allowing you to control speed with just the gas pedal.

Orders are already open for most of the 2025 Bronco Sport lineup, with prices starting around $41,000 for the Outer Banks and closer to $45,000 for the Badlands. However, those eager to get their hands on the Sasquatch package will have to wait until early next year for delivery.

With these updates, Ford has ensured that the Bronco Sport remains a compelling choice for anyone looking for a compact SUV with serious off-road credentials.