Best Bronco Wheels for 2021+ Models
Last Updated June 24, 2024 | Meghan DrummondThe sixth-gen Bronco comes with some dynamite wheel options from Ford. But part of the fun of these off-roaders is customizing them, and wheel upgrades are both practical and stylish. Here’s more info on what comes stock with each trim, and a breakdown of wheel options that will complement your build.
Stock Wheels & Tires
Knowing what your Bronco came stock with can help you determine whether you want to go bigger, smaller, bolder, or more subtle.
| Trim | Wheel Size | Tire Size | Looks Like |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 16” Silver-painted steel wheels | 30” P255/70R16 all-season tires |  |
| Big Bend | 17” Carbonized Gray-painted aluminum wheels | 32” P255/75R17 all-terrain tires |  |
| Black Diamond | 17” black-painted steel wheels | 32” LT265/70R17 all-terrain tires |  |
| Outer Banks | 18” black-painted machined-face aluminum wheels | 32” P255/70R18 all-terrain tires |  |
| Badlands | 17” Carbonized Gray-painted steel wheels | 33” LT285/70R17 all-terrain tires |  |
| Wildtrak/Sasquatch | 17” beadlock-capable wheels | 35” LT315/70R17 all-terrain tires |  |
Add Bigger Wheels
Most Bronco owners will be looking to go bigger for their wheel and tire combo. Upgrading to 18” wheels is the perfect compromise. They’re bigger, won’t require substantial modifications to fit, and you still have lots of great-looking options.
If you’re looking for the biggest wheels you can shove on your new Bronco, then you’re looking for 20” wheels. If you go with wheels this large, you may also want to consider upgrading your brakes. Bigger wheels need a little more stopping power. It also may require your to add a spacer lift to your Bronco so the new wheels fit.
Go Bold with Bright, Colorful Wheels
Colorful wheels are a great way to stand out. While some wheels offer subtle bursts of color others are bright and bold. Available in a wide range of sizes and styles, you can add a pop of color to your Bronco without it looking clownish.
Whether you want to match your Bronco’s paint or add some contrast for a sharp look, there are plenty of options available.
Get Timeless, Eye-Catching Metallic Wheels
Metallics are neutral, so they work with any paint color. Metallic wheels are also eye-catching but still more subtle than bright red wheels would be. Gunmetal, bronze, and gold options are among the most well-loved. These options combine timeless appeal with looks that are modern and aggressive. You could also look into installing the Roush Bronco R Series Kit, which has five unique metallic wheels.
Check Out Matte Wheels
Matte paint works great on car bodies, but that’s not the only place that gets a little extra appeal from a matte option. Matte wheels have a flat rather than glossy finish. Considering how often your tires are going to be getting muddy, this creates a really appealing look.
Matte wheels are as easy to clean as standard wheels, but definitely bring something “extra” to the looks department.
Get the Beadlock Look
Actual beadlock wheels? Great for off-roading, but illegal for highway driving. Beadlock-look? While they don’t have extra off-road benefits, most of these wheels are more than trail-capable. These wheels offer a perfect hybrid blend, letting you off-road and cruise highways without changing wheels.
Save a Rhino in Style
Black Rhino wheels have a lot of great features. But one of the most unique is that they give a portion of every sale to preserving their namesake. Like the black rhino they’re named for, these wheels are meant to be unique, rugged, and at home in the wild.
Black Rhino is a brand you can feel good about supporting, and you’ll look good doing it.
Fuel Your Passion
Fuel wheels offers one of the most robust product lineups. Whether you’re looking for ornate or simple, there’s a wheel style available for your Bronco. In particular, Fuel excels at offering one-of-a-kind designs that are intricate and aggressive.
Adjust to Get the Perfect Fit
Depending on the wheels you select, you might need to install wheel spacers or even a lift kit to correctly account for backspacing and off-set. Here’s a guide on backspacing and offset to help you understand when you may need to adjust.
For truly large wheel and tire combos, it may even be necessary to install fender flares to create a look that works. With a few adjustments (and a little dirt and mud), your new wheels will be perfectly at home on your Bronco.
