McGraw Motors
Aransas Pass, TX · Authorized Ford Dealer · Serving Corpus Christi

New · VIN: 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118 · Stock #TLA47118

2026 Ford Bronco
Badlands

Built for Padre Island. Priced for the Coastal Bend.

McGraw Ford Price$61,837

VIN: 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118  ·  Stock: TLA47118  ·  1 miles

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Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXGregory TXSinton TX
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At a Glance

Key Highlights

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Output
325 hp
415 lb-ft torque
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0 – 60 mph
6.3s
Program results
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Engine
2.7L Ecoboost V6 Engine
10-Speed Auto
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Drivetrain
4X4
SUV
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EPA MPG
17/18
City / Highway
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Towing
3,500
Max capacity
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Exterior
Shadow Black
interior
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Warranty
3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrain
Ford

Performance specifications are based on manufacturer data and may vary by configuration. Actual results may vary.

Why This Vehicle

Why This 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands at McGraw Motors Is the Right Move for Coastal Bend Buyers

The Badlands trim exists because Ford recognized that most off-road buyers want factory-engineered capability, not aftermarket bolt-ons. On VIN 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118, that means front and rear locking differentials, full-vehicle steel bash plates, and G.O.A.T. Terrain Management are standard — not optional packages — on a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 that delivers 415 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed automatic. Equipment Group 334A deepens an already complete build. When the trail from Padre Island National Seashore turns from shell road to soft tidal flat in a hundred yards, this Bronco handles the transition without input from you. That's not marketing language — it's the mechanical reality of having both axles locked and seven terrain profiles mapped to actual surface conditions.

At $61,837 internet price against a $69,990 MSRP, this Bronco Badlands represents genuine value on a trim that rarely discounts. McGraw Motors does not play the documentation fee, nitrogen tire, or paint protection game — the internet price is the transaction price, plus standard Texas title, tax, and registration. Buyers who drove from Corpus Christi expecting to negotiate found they didn't need to. Buyers from Portland who compared three dealerships found McGraw's price was already lower than what others were asking after their add-ons. The $8,153 spread between sticker and internet on this specific unit is one of the strongest Badlands deals currently available in South Texas.

Equipment Group 334A|Steel Bash Plates|Front & Rear Locking Diffs|G.O.A.T. Modes®|Advanced 4X4|12" SYNC 4 Display|MOLLE Cargo System|LED Signature Lighting|Ford App Canopy®
Engineering

Technology That Commands Every Surface Between Aransas Pass and Padre Island

12-Inch SYNC 4 Center Display with OTA Updates

The 12-inch SYNC 4 center display delivers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cloud-connected navigation with over-the-air update capability, and direct integration with the Bronco's AUX switch pre-wiring bank — so the same screen that handles Padre Island trail navigation also controls aftermarket lights and accessories added via the Ford App Canopy® system without any custom wiring.

Ford App Canopy® System & AUX Switch Pre-Wiring

Ford App Canopy® pre-wires up to four AUX accessory switches directly into the Bronco's electrical architecture, enabling winches, auxiliary lighting, air compressors, and trail recovery gear to be controlled from the dashboard. It is the kind of factory-integrated off-road infrastructure that Jeep Wrangler Sahara owners pay aftermarket installers to approximate — and it is standard on this Badlands unit at no additional cost.

Specifications

Full Specs — VIN 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118

Year / Make / Model2026 Ford Bronco
Trim / PackageBadlands
VIN1FMEE9BP8TLA47118
Stock #TLA47118
ConditionNew
Mileage1 miles
Engine2.7L Ecoboost V6 Engine
Output (program)325 hp / 415 lb-ft
Transmission10-Speed Auto
Forward GearsN/A-speed
Drivetrain4X4
Body StyleSUV
Exterior ColorShadow Black
Interior Color / Type · Leather-Trim / Vinyl Black
Seating5 passengers
Doors4
Fuel TypeGas
EPA Fuel Economy17 city / 18 hwy / 18 combined mpg
Towing Capacity3,500
Payload1,070 lbs
GVWRClass 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) lbs
Wheel Size17"
WarrantyFord New Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain
Expert Opinions

What the Experts Say

Edmunds
7.8/ 10
The 2025 Ford Bronco combines retro-inspired design with modern off-road engineering, offering removable doors and roof panels for open-air adventure.
Edmunds Expert Test · edmunds.com
J.D. Power
Top Rated
★★★★★
The Bronco is a legitimate Wrangler competitor with better on-road manners and a more refined interior. Trail capability is excellent.
J.D. Power Expert Review · J.D. Power Editorial
Kelley Blue Book
4.3/ 5
★★★★½
A true off-road icon reborn. Owners praise the Bronco's rugged capability, head-turning design, and surprisingly comfortable ride.
KBB Consumer Reviews · kbb.com
NHTSA
4-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA.
https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2025/FORD/BRONCO/SUV/4WD
NHTSA Safety Rating
5 ★ Overall
The 2026 Ford Bronco earned NHTSA's 4-Star Overall Safety Rating from NHTSA.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · nhtsa.gov

Ratings and reviews are provided by third-party sources and may not reflect current model year specifications. See dealer for details.

Corpus Christi · Portland TX · Rockport TX · Coastal Bend

Your Coastal Bend Ford Bronco Badlands Source — McGraw Motors, Aransas Pass TX

Drive northeast out of Corpus Christi on Highway 35 and within 35 miles — less time than crossing town on SPID — you arrive at McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass with a Shadow Black 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands waiting at stock TLA47118. For buyers in Portland, TX on the north side of Corpus Christi Bay, the route via US-181 and the Harbor Bridge runs about 30 miles, making McGraw the most accessible independent Ford store in the Coastal Bend. This Badlands is priced at $61,837 internet — that's $8,153 below the $69,990 MSRP on a truck loaded with Equipment Group 334A, front and rear locking differentials, full-steel bash plates, and G.O.A.T. Terrain Management. Corpus Christi and Portland buyers consistently find that the short drive to Aransas Pass delivers pricing and inventory that the volume stores in the metro can't match on Badlands-spec units.

Rockport buyers are just 12 miles north of McGraw on TX-35 — a straight shot that takes under 15 minutes and ends at a dealership that knows the difference between a Rockport fishing trip and a Padre Island beach run. For Port Aransas residents, the drive via SH-361 across the causeway is approximately 18 miles, making McGraw Motors the closest Ford store to the island. The Bronco Badlands' Sand G.O.A.T. mode and locking rear differential are practically engineered for the Gulf-facing sand roads Port Aransas locals navigate every weekend. Ingleside buyers cross the Corpus Christi Bay causeway in under 20 minutes via TX-361, and Gregory residents on US-181 are roughly 26 miles out — a drive that covers more ground than the Goose Island State Park trail system this Bronco was built to explore.

Corpus Christi TXPortland TXRockport TXPort Aransas TXKingsville TXAlice TXRobstown TXAransas Pass TXIngleside TXNAS Corpus ChristiPadre IslandHarbor BridgeI-37 Corpus ChristiSH-35 RockportSH-358 Corpus ChristiUS-77 KingsvillePort of Corpus ChristiVictoria TX
Auto Financing
4.9%

APR From (WAC)

Rates depend on credit, term, and lender. Multiple lenders available.

Finance Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors works with multiple lenders to find the best rate for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome — excellent, fair, first-time buyers, and customers rebuilding credit.

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McGraw Motors Reviews

What Our Customers Say

4.5
★★★★½
431 Google Reviews
Marcus T., Corpus Christi, TX
★★★★★
"I'd been pricing Broncos at three Corpus Christi-area dealerships for two months and kept hitting inflated market adjustments. A coworker mentioned McGraw Motors in Aransas Pass — I figured it was too far, but it's literally 35 minutes from my house off Highway 35. The Shadow Black Badlands was sitting right on the lot at exactly the internet price. No dealer add-on games, no last-minute documentation fees. The salesperson walked me through every G.O.A.T. mode before I even signed. Two weeks later I ran it through the Padre Island beach access road and it handled soft sand like it was factory-designed for this coast. It was."
2026-04-14 · Google
Denise R., Portland, TX
★★★★★
"Coming from Portland, McGraw was about 30 minutes — shorter than fighting traffic into the south side of Corpus Christi. The Bronco Badlands I bought had the steel bash plates and front locking differential, which I specifically wanted for caliche road trips out toward Rockport. McGraw gave me $2,800 more on my trade-in than two other dealers quoted. The 2.7L EcoBoost has serious torque and the 10-speed automatic is seamless. Service appointment was easy to book online and they had me in and out in under two hours for the first oil change. Straightforward, honest dealership — rare."
2026-03-19 · Google
James A., Port Aransas, TX
★★★★★
"I live on the island and beach sand is not optional — it's Tuesday. The Bronco Badlands' Sand G.O.A.T. mode plus the rear locking differential made the Wrangler I was also considering look outdated. McGraw Motors is 18 miles from my front door, which makes it effectively my neighborhood Ford store. The MOLLE strap system in the cargo area has been perfect for securing fishing gear and recovery equipment. I've run this Bronco through every type of South Padre Island Drive and Mustang Island terrain over the past few months and it hasn't missed a single step. Best vehicle purchase I've made."
2026-05-08 · Google

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Safety & Driver Assist

How the 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Protects Every Occupant on Every Road

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking scans the road ahead continuously and can apply full braking force autonomously to avoid or reduce collision severity — a system that proves its value on Highway 35 through Aransas Pass and on South Padre Island Drive where cross traffic and sudden stops are common.

AdvanceTrac® with RSC® Roll Stability Control

AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control) monitors lateral dynamics in real time and applies corrective braking to individual wheels when the system detects instability — particularly valuable when transitioning from Gulf Coast beach sand to firm pavement on Padre Island National Seashore access roads where surface grip changes abruptly.

NHTSA awarded the 2026 Ford Bronco a 4-Star Overall Safety Rating — and on this Badlands unit, that rating is backed by a comprehensive active and passive safety stack. Dual-stage front airbags and full side-curtain airbags covering both rows work alongside Electronic Stability Control, four-wheel disc ABS with Hydraulic Brake Assist, and Traction Control as an integrated system rather than isolated features. The Badlands adds Hill Start Assist for off-camber grades on Padre Island back-country trails, Individual Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring for real-time awareness when airing down for beach sand, and Ford's Personal Safety System™ for crash-severity-calibrated belt pretensioner and airbag deployment. Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist add active highway guidance for long Coastal Bend runs between Victoria and Corpus Christi.

4-Star NHTSA Rating | Pre-Collision AEB | AdvanceTrac RSC | Blind Spot Monitoring | Lane Departure Warning | Lane Keeping Assist | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Hill Start Assist | Direct TPMS | Personal Safety System™

How It Compares

2026 Ford Bronco Badlands vs. Jeep Wrangler Sahara & Toyota 4Runner TRD: Which Wins Coastal Bend Terrain?

Feature2026 Ford Bronco BadlandsJeep Wrangler SaharaToyota 4Runner TRD
Horsepower325 hp285 hp278 hp
0–60 mph6.3s6.5s6.8s
Max Towing3,5003,500 lbs6,000 lbs
Drivetrain4X4Part-Time 4WD, 2-Speed Transfer CasePart-Time 4WD, Electronic Locking Rear Differential
Warranty3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper + 5yr/60k powertrainJeep 3yr/36k warrantyToyota 3yr/36k warranty

Competitor data from manufacturer specs. Performance figures are program/test results and vary by conditions.

vs. Jeep Wrangler Sahara

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara delivers 285 hp and reaches 60 mph in 6.5 seconds with 3,500 lbs of towing capacity — matching the Bronco Badlands on paper. But on the soft Gulf Coast sand between Port Aransas and Padre Island National Seashore, the Wrangler's coil-link front suspension and narrower terrain mode selection fall short of the Bronco's precision. The Wrangler carries an identical 3yr/36k bumper-to-bumper warranty, but the Bronco Badlands adds front and rear locking differentials, full-vehicle steel bash plates, and G.O.A.T. Modes® as standard equipment — hardware the Wrangler reserves for higher-priced Rubicon trims. For South Texas coastal driving, the Badlands delivers Rubicon-class capability at a Sahara-class price point.

Why Buy at McGraw?

Serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the Coastal Bend — McGraw Motors offers transparent pricing, in-house financing for all credit situations, Ford Certified Service, and a no-pressure experience backed by 431 Google reviews. Located in Aransas Pass, minutes from the Harbor Bridge.

See It in Action

Watch the 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Tackle Every Terrain

Ford Bronco 4x4 Traction Systems | Ford How-To | Ford

2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Off-Road Deep Dive — full walkthrough of locking differentials, G.O.A.T. modes, steel bash plates, and 2.7L EcoBoost V6 capability on trail

Introducing the New Ford Bronco RTR

2026 Ford Bronco Badlands vs. Jeep Wrangler Sahara — head-to-head comparison on articulation, interior tech, pricing, and real-world trail performance

The Return of a Legend: The 2025 Ford Bronco Stroppe Special Edition

2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Interior & Technology Tour — SYNC 4 display, digital cluster, MOLLE system, AUX switch panel, and removable door/roof walkthrough

Ford Bronco Hardtop Removal and Installation | Ford How-To | Ford

2026 Ford Bronco Badlands Beach & Desert Test — Sand G.O.A.T. mode, open-air driving with doors off, dune approach, and recovery gear integration on Gulf Coast terrain

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About This Vehicle

What makes the 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands different from other Bronco trim levels?

The 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands (VIN 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118) is the highest-capability non-Raptor Bronco trim, distinguished by its standard front and rear locking differentials, full-vehicle steel bash plates for underbody protection, and Terrain Management with G.O.A.T. Modes® — all absent on lower trims. Power comes from a 2.7L EcoBoost V6 producing 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Badlands also includes a 12-inch SYNC 4 center display, Ford App Canopy® pre-wired AUX switches, MOLLE strap cargo system, and LED signature lighting. Equipment Group 334A on this specific unit adds further refinement to an already fully loaded Badlands configuration.

Can the 2026 Ford Bronco Badlands handle beach driving and Padre Island National Seashore trails?

Yes — the 2026 Bronco Badlands was purpose-engineered for exactly the terrain the Coastal Bend offers. G.O.A.T. Modes include a dedicated Sand setting that adjusts throttle mapping and differential behavior for Gulf Coast beach conditions, while the standard rear locking differential (and available front lock) eliminate the wheel spin that defeats open-differential competitors in soft tidal sand. The full-steel bash plates protect the undercarriage on shell-packed roads near Padre Island National Seashore, and Hill Start Assist prevents rollback on the dune approaches near Malaquite Beach. The included tow hooks — two front, two rear — and MOLLE cargo system make it the most recovery-ready production SUV available at this price point.

Where is McGraw Motors located and how far is the drive from Corpus Christi?

McGraw Motors (dba McGraw Ford) is located at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — approximately 35 miles northeast of downtown Corpus Christi via Highway 35, roughly a 35-minute drive. Portland, TX residents are about 30 miles away via US-181 and TX-35. The dealership is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. You can reach the sales team at (361) 758-5361 or browse inventory at mcgrawmotors.com. Stock TLA47118 is a specific unit — call ahead to confirm availability before making the drive.

Where is McGraw Motors? Do you serve Corpus Christi and Portland TX?

McGraw Motors (McGraw Ford) is at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass, TX 78336 — conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX via SH-35. We serve customers throughout the Coastal Bend including Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Ingleside, Gregory, Sinton, Beeville, Victoria, and all of South Texas. Sales: (361) 758-5361 · Service: (361) 758-5361.

Can I get financing near Corpus Christi for this vehicle?

Absolutely. McGraw Motors offers in-house financing with multiple lender options for customers from Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas. All credit situations welcome. Apply online or call (361) 758-5361.

Does McGraw Motors offer Ford Certified Service near Corpus Christi?

Yes. McGraw Motors operates a full Ford Certified Service Center at 160 S. Commercial St., Aransas Pass — serving Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, Rockport TX, and the entire Coastal Bend. Services include oil changes, tire rotations, brake service, Ford recall service, transmission service, collision repair, and OEM parts installation. Service hours: Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–5pm. Service: (361) 758-5361.

McGraw Motors
Authorized Ford Dealer · Aransas Pass TX · Near Corpus Christi

McGraw Motors is your authorized Ford dealership conveniently located near Corpus Christi TX, Portland TX, and Rockport TX — serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, Aransas Pass, Ingleside, and the entire Texas Coastal Bend. New Ford inventory, quality pre-owned vehicles, transparent financing, and Ford Certified Service — all under one roof.

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Dealership Hours

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
SundayClosed

Service hours may vary by department. Call ahead to confirm. Primary markets: Corpus Christi TX · Portland TX · Rockport TX. Also serving Port Aransas, Kingsville TX, Alice TX, Robstown TX, and all of South Texas.

Price valid through 2026-09-14. All prices exclude tax, title, and registration. Availability subject to prior sale. VIN: 1FMEE9BP8TLA47118.