The Ford Bronco keeps on buckin' for 2026. That's nothing new, but potential buyers are getting a few things back that went away a couple of years ago. One is something the hardest of the hardcore off-roaders will be happy about. The other is a feature with a much broader appeal, one that has been a Ford staple for decades.Ford also has some colorful new choices, and we mean that literally. And for those who actually get their Broncos well off the beaten path, there are some tidbits that can help owners maximize the experience. Let's take a closer look at what's new. The Return Of Wildtrak Ford Motor CompanyThe big tamale is Wildtrak. The former Bronco trim was dropped in 2024, replaced by the Stroppe Special Edition. It's not quite back in the same way it was – Wildtrak is now a new equipment package available on the Bronco Badlands versus its own trim. It's exclusive to the Badlands, billed as being "purpose-built for rugged performance." It plugs in the 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 and 10-speed automatic and all the Sasquatch upgrades, including the HOSS 3.0 suspension setup.You can get all these things already on the Badlands trim, but Wildtrak makes it a convenient one-check-fits-all upgrade. It also adds the Black Appearance Package for an extra dose of style. Of course, it will all cost you an extra dose of cash, too. On that front, Ford doesn't yet have an official price for the 2026 Bronco Badlands with the Wildtrak package. But we can tell you a Badlands with everything added individually starts at around $65,000, including destination. Here's hoping Ford offers a bundle discount for the Wildtrak. But Wait, There's More Ford Motor CompanyIf you dig Bronco but Wildtrak is a bit too steep for your budget, there are some additional perks to buying a 2026 model. Orange Fury, previously available as an exterior color for the Ford Mustang, will be available later in the model year. It's an eyeball-searing orange tri-coat paint that we suspect would pair very well with some of the new painted-roof options. These options are available on Outer Banks and Raptor trims. Raptor is supremely pricey, of course, but Outer Banks starts at around $50,000, destination included.Perhaps of greater interest to Ford loyalists is the return of keyless entry, and we don't mean a remote fob. The good old SecuriCode keypad festooned with numbers comes back after disappearing for a bit. First appearing back in 1980 for snazzed-up Lincoln and Ford models, the pad will allow entry to anyone who remembers the five-digit code.Ford Motor CompanyLastly, Ford tells us anyone who's taken delivery of a qualifying Bronco going back to 2024 is eligible to attend Ford's Bronco Off-Roadeo event. The complementary experience helps Bronco owners learn how to get the most out of their SUV in a proper off-road setting. And for those who do venture into the back of beyond, Ford has partnered with onX for a year of complimentary off-road navigation apps to help drivers in their quest for glory. Or to just avoid getting stuck between a literal rock and a hard place.With Bronco sales slipping ever-so-slightly in the first quarter of 2026, we suspect Ford is hoping these changes will help encourage a few more prospective buyers to pull the trigger. 31,197 Broncos found homes through March 2026, down just 4.3 percent compared to last year.2026-ford-bronco-badlands-wildtrak-1