Ford has introduced a third Bronco model, but it’s one you won’t find on American roads. The new SUV, called the Bronco New Energy, is designed exclusively for the Chinese market. While it borrows design cues from the familiar Bronco Sport, it stands apart with major changes in size, technology, and, most notably, powertrain. Ford has confirmed to Carscoops that there are no plans to bring this model to the U.S.
One of the biggest differences lies under the hood. While American Bronco models remain strictly gas-powered, China’s Bronco New Energy comes as a full electric vehicle (EV) or a range-extended electric vehicle (EREV). The full EV produces 271 horsepower, while the EREV uses a 1.5-litre engine as a generator and delivers 241 horsepower. Both versions appear to be front-wheel drive only, in contrast to the all-wheel-drive configuration of every U.S. Bronco variant.
Battery capacity and range are also impressive. The EREV has a 43.7 kWh battery offering 137 miles (220 km) of electric-only range and up to 758 miles (1,220 km) when using the gas generator. The full EV, on the other hand, features a 105.4 kWh battery that allows for up to 404 miles (650 km) of range on a single charge.
Visually, the Bronco New Energy shares a boxy silhouette with the Bronco Sport but incorporates modern touches like flush door handles. However, its size tells a different story. With a 116.1-inch (2,950 mm) wheelbase and 197.8 inches (5,025 mm) in length, it dwarfs both the Bronco and Bronco Sport sold in the U.S. The track width is also broader than its American cousins, giving it a more commanding stance.
The Bronco New Energy is also significantly heavier. The EREV version weighs in at 5,535 lbs (2,510 kg), and the full EV tips the scales at 5,800 lbs (2,630 kg). By comparison, the heaviest U.S. Bronco, the Raptor, weighs around 4,945 lbs (2,240 kg), and the lightest Bronco Sport is just 3,500 lbs (1,590 kg).
In terms of tech, the Chinese Bronco includes advanced features not seen in current U.S. models, such as a rooftop Lidar sensor and a suite of over 30 cameras and sensors to support high-level driver assistance systems. This reflects a growing emphasis on smart driving in China’s premium SUV market.
Production will take place locally through Ford’s joint venture with Jiangling Motors (JMC), and the official launch is set for the fourth quarter of 2025. Pricing is expected to fall between ¥300,000–¥400,000 ($42,000–$56,000), putting it in the same price bracket as the full-size Bronco rather than the smaller Sport. While it carries the Bronco name, this new model is shaping up to be a very different beast, tailored specifically for China’s tech-savvy and EV-ready consumers.