Trim Report

Ford Bronco First Edition1990

Includes:BRON|First Edition
$37,590
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Where to Find Ford Bronco First Edition

Location data for all 1990 Ford Bronco trims combined

37States

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Ford Bronco Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1990 Ford Bronco trims

Elevated

The 1990 Ford Bronco's elevated safety profile includes 0 recall campaigns and 66 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

0
Recalls
66
Complaints
4
Crashes
13
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1990 Ford Bronco has accumulated 66 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System17
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
03Seats6
04Fuel System, Gasoline6
05Tires4
66 total across 1 model years (1990–1990)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Bronco Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1990 Ford Bronco trims

12–18mpg combined
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10-16city
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12-20hwy
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$2,450-$3,650/yr

With 11 configurations tested, the 1990 Ford Bronco ranges from 12 to 18 MPG combined. That's a 6 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Bronco II 2WD - Manual 5-spd
18mpg
2.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city20 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco II 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
17mpg
2.9L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco II 4WD - Manual 5-spd
17mpg
2.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city20 hwy~$2,600/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco II 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
16mpg
2.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$2,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
14mpg
4.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
12 city16 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Manual 5-spd
14mpg
4.9L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
13 city17 hwy~$3,150/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
13mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
11 city16 hwy~$3,350/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Manual 5-spd
13mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
11 city15 hwy~$3,350/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Automatic 3-spd
12mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
11 city12 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor
Bronco 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
12mpg
5.8L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
10 city14 hwy~$3,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

First Edition Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1990 Ford Bronco First Edition

How does the First Edition compare to other Ford Bronco trims?

The First Edition occupies a distinct position in the Ford Bronco range. See how it stacks up on the 1990 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1990 Ford Bronco First Edition?

Maintenance costs for the First Edition align with the broader Ford Bronco ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is electrical system. Check the 1990 Ford Bronco page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Bronco First Edition?

For the First Edition, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Bronco buyer's guide.

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