1988 Ford Bronco
US · Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD
The 1988 Ford Bronco is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder (FFS), 5.0L 8-cylinder (FFS), 5.8L 8-cylinder (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 4.9 L to 5.8 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 to 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 3 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 10 mpg (23.5 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
9 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Bronco 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Bronco 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- Bronco 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Bronco 4WD · 4.9L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Bronco 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
- Bronco 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Bronco 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 4-speed manual
- Bronco 4WD · 5.0L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Bronco 4WD · 5.8L · AWD · 3-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 7, 2026.
96V071000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH.
Reported April 25, 1996. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 21, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 21, 2026
Data verified: October 22, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1987 Ford Bronco
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.8L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) - 1989 Ford Bronco
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.8L 8-cylinder ((FFS)) · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1988 Ford Bronco have?
Varies by configuration: 4.9L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.0L 8-cylinder ((FFS)), 5.8L 8-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1988 Ford Bronco?
Combined fuel economy is 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1988 Ford Bronco front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 1988 Ford Bronco?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 7, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.