Bronco Outer Banks
2026 Ford Bronco Outer Banks
Outer Banks starts at $48,090 MSRP, four-door only, and is the first trim in the lineup where the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 (330 hp on premium fuel) becomes an available upgrade over the standard 2.3L four. It adds a 10-way power driver seat, 8-way power passenger seat, carpeted flooring, body-color-painted hard top options, and 18-inch bright machined-face wheels. It is also the base for the new-for-2026 60th Anniversary Package — a Sasquatch-based appearance package with cashmere-insert leather, priced at +$5,995. It is on the Lakeland Ford lot at 1430 West Memorial Boulevard.
Where comfort starts taking priority
Outer Banks is the point in the Bronco lineup where Ford stops assuming every buyer wants maximum trail hardware and starts building for someone who wants the Bronco look and capability with a genuinely comfortable daily-driver interior. Power-adjustable front seats replace the manual ones on Big Bend, carpet replaces some of the harder-wearing flooring found on trail-focused trims, and the wheel and grille treatment gets noticeably more finished — black molded-in-color grille with white “BRONCO” lettering, 18-inch bright machined-face wheels. None of that comes at the expense of the core off-road architecture; Outer Banks still runs HOSS 1.0 with up to 11.5 inches of ground clearance and 33.5 inches of water fording, and still offers 5 G.O.A.T. Modes standard.
The 2.7L V6 option, explained
Outer Banks is the lowest-priced 2026 trim where the 2.7L EcoBoost V6 is available rather than standard — 330 hp and 415 lb-ft on premium fuel versus the standard 2.3L 300 hp and 325 lb-ft, at a real fuel-economy cost (EPA rates the certified Outer Banks V6 configuration at 20 mpg combined, close to the four-cylinder number, but that parity does not hold across every certified Bronco V6 pairing — always confirm the specific combined figure for the exact build being considered). For a buyer who wants extra low-end torque for towing or loaded highway driving without stepping all the way up to Badlands or Stroppe Edition pricing, this is where that option first appears.
New for 2026: the 60th Anniversary Package
New this model year, the 60th Anniversary Package is built on a Sasquatch-equipped Outer Banks and adds a distinct red-and-white exterior theme along with leather seats featuring cashmere inserts — a genuinely different look from anything else in the lineup, for +$5,995 over base Outer Banks pricing. It is an appearance-and-interior package rather than a mechanical one; the underlying Sasquatch hardware (35-inch tires, locking differentials, Bilstein dampers) is what actually changes the off-road behavior of the truck. Availability can be limited on package-based special editions like this one — worth confirming current allocation with Lakeland Ford rather than assuming any configuration is in stock.
Who buys Outer Banks in Lakeland
Buyers who want a Bronco as a genuine daily driver — the school run, the office, weekend trips — with real off-road ability held in reserve rather than exercised every weekend. Sharon Bowman’s recent five-star review captures the mood well: “AJ did an awesome job with selling me a beautiful bronco was a great day enjoyed him. Very courteous and very nice. I give him 5 stars on everything.” AJ Shears is a current Ford Sales Specialist at Lakeland Ford.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2.7L V6 worth the upgrade on Outer Banks?
It depends on priorities. The V6 adds meaningful torque (415 lb-ft versus 325 lb-ft on premium fuel) for towing or passing power, at a fuel-economy tradeoff that varies by specific configuration — worth test-driving both before deciding, since the four-cylinder is genuinely adequate for most daily use.
What does the 60th Anniversary Package include?
A red-and-white exterior theme unique to the package, leather seats with cashmere inserts, and the underlying Sasquatch Package hardware (35-inch tires, locking differentials, Bilstein-damped suspension), for +$5,995 over standard Outer Banks pricing.
How does Outer Banks compare to Badlands for off-roading?
Badlands is the more trail-focused of the two — standard 35-inch tires, the more aggressive HOSS 2.0 suspension, a front stabilizer bar disconnect, and 7 G.O.A.T. Modes versus the 5 on Outer Banks. Outer Banks leans toward comfort and finish instead; a buyer who mostly wants the look and occasional light trail use is well served by Outer Banks, while frequent serious off-roading points toward Badlands.
Does Outer Banks come with a power liftgate or hard top standard?
Outer Banks offers body-color-painted hard top options not available on lower trims, but confirm exact standard-versus-optional equipment for a specific build with Lakeland Ford, since roof and top configurations vary by order.
Where can I see an Outer Banks Bronco in Lakeland?
Check current Bronco inventory, or ask about a no-pressure look at a demo unit before deciding.
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MSRP figures exclude the $1,995 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price.
Horsepower figures assume premium fuel; regular fuel reduces output.
Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates (fueleconomy.gov) and real-world results will differ by configuration and driving conditions.
60th Anniversary Package pricing and availability subject to change — confirm with Lakeland Ford.
Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Lakeland Ford.
