Does the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$300extra a year
- Premium listed for the Badlands 4WD.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badlands 4WD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 24 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ford Bronco Sport | Badlands 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Ford Bronco | Base Style 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Ford Escape | Active FWD | Premium |
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | LE FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Maverick | XL AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Jeep Wrangler | 4 Door Sport 4WD | Regular |
| 2026 Subaru Crosstrek | AWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree