MPGTerminal

Ford Bronco II 4WD

1984–1990 · 21 configurations

Lowest
14
Average
17
Best
25
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The Ford Bronco II 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 21 different configurations spanning model years 1984 through 1990. Over this period, the Bronco II 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 14 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
1990
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750151916MPG
1990
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1989
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750151916MPG
1989
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1988
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1988
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162118MPG
1987
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1987
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
1986
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1986
2.9L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
1985
2.3L 4-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Diesel
$3,250232725MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750152016MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,300162018MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$3,750141916MPG
1985
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$3,750151716MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 3-spd • Regular
$4,300131514MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 4-spd • Regular
$3,500151917MPG
1984
2.8L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG

Historical Efficiency

1990
17
1989
17
1988
18
1987
18
1986
18
1985
25
1984
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Bronco II 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Bronco II 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Bronco (thru 1977)/Bronco II/Explorer/Explorer Sport (Explorer for 1990-2018 only. For model years 2019 on, see 12-425.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
100
Total Deaths
78

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
42.0%
Fire Occurrence
4.0%
Speeding Involved
14.0%
DUI Involved
22.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
8%
Side
15%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2020
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2019
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.86
2018
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2017
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.85
2016
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2014
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.90
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1990
2
1989
2
1988
1
1987
2
1986
4
1985
1
1984
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory