Above Average Reliability

2023 Ford Bronco Sport Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

1st Generation · 1.5L EcoBoost 3-cylinder (181hp) / 2.0L EcoBoost 4-cylinder (250hp) · $27,000 - $37,000

Known Issues — 2023 Ford Bronco Sport

MODERATE

3-cylinder engine vibration at idle

MINOR

Transmission hesitation

MINOR

Sync 4 connectivity issues

MINOR

Limited cargo with seats up

MODERATE

Soft 3-cylinder power for highway passing

What to Inspect

  • Test engine at idle for vibration
  • Test transmission
  • Test all Sync 4 features
  • Test highway acceleration
  • Check for open recalls

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil change (1.5L 3-cyl)every 7,500 miles$50-$80
Oil change (2.0L)every 7,500 miles$60-$90
Transmission fluidevery 60,000 miles$120-$180
Spark plugsevery 60,000 miles$80-$150
Brake pads (front)every 35,000 miles$100-$160
Cabin air filterevery 15,000 miles$20-$35

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