2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDPart-time 4-Wheel Drive
City
17
MPG
Highway
19
MPG
Combined
18
MPG

Trim Comparison

Manual 7-spd
Regular
City
17
Hwy
19
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $3,750/yr
Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
18
Hwy
18
Comb
18
Fuel cost: $3,750/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,750

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-6,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 3/10
GHG Score: 3/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
496 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
16.5 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.3L 4-cyl
Transmission
7-speed Manual
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.3L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,742/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,964/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,240/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$3,447/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,768/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,758/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$4,659/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,848/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,620/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,707/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 18 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Crash Test Scores

Rollover
Rollover Probability25.6%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: No
210
Owner Complaints
19
Recalls
4
Investigations

Recall History19

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems210 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 210 owner complaints for the 2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond 4WD. Top reported issues include engine, electrical system and suspension. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
72
Electrical System
27
Suspension
23
Fuel System
23
Brakes
18
Visibility / Wipers
17
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
16
Structure
10

2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond 4WD problems by category: Engine: 72 complaints, Electrical System: 27 complaints, Suspension: 23 complaints, Fuel System: 23 complaints, Brakes: 18 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 17 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 16 complaints, Structure: 10 complaints.

8
Crashes Reported
3
Fires Reported
12
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Other / UnknownFiled: 04/17/2026ODI#11731872
3 separate safety-related components have failed on my 2021 Ford Bronco, all of which correspond to open federal safety recalls that remain unremedied: 1. Infotainment/APIM Module & Backup Camera Sys…
EngineFiled: 02/18/2026ODI#11718771
A Safety Recall was issued on the vehicle with no remedy. The recall was in reference to the Engine Intake Valves and stated; "The engine intake valves may crack and break, which could result in loss…
Electrical SystemFiled: 04/18/2025FireODI#11655385
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the electrical system and the engine seized. The contact noticed fire and smoke which exited from …

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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