Ford Bronco Lift Kit and Leveling Kit Guide

A Ford Bronco lift kit can be a 1-inch spacer that takes the nose-down look away or a full coilover system with new control arms, rear links and adjustable shocks. On the 2021-and-newer Bronco, what fits depends less on the model year and more on your suspension package, your trim, whether you have a 2-door or 4-door and the tire size you want. This guide sorts it out with the leveling kits, spacer lifts and suspension systems NVMOS carries. It covers the sixth-generation Bronco only, not the Bronco Sport.

Short answer: First find out whether your Bronco has the Sasquatch package and which HOSS suspension it uses. For a level stance, a 1- to 2-inch spacer kit keeps the factory shocks. For 35s, look at 3- to 4-inch kits, and note that ICON says non-Sasquatch Broncos need the factory crash bars removed to run 35s. For 37s, ReadyLIFT, TeraFlex and ICON all list setups, some with trimming or up-travel limiters.

Leveling kit, spacer lift, coilovers or full system

The Bronco sits nose-down from the factory, and most owners start by leveling it. See our leveling kit vs lift kit guide for the basics.

Leveling kit. Strut spacers raise the front about 1 to 1.25 inches. TeraFlex says its 1-inch kit keeps the factory shocks and factory ride.
Spacer lift. Front and rear spacers lift both ends, usually about 2 inches. The ReadyLIFT 3- and 4-inch SST kits add upper control arms, a preload spacer and a rear track bar bracket.
Coilover system. Replaces the factory shocks with adjustable coilovers, often with new upper control arms. Lift is a range you set on the coilover. The point is damping and travel, not just height.
Complete system. Coilovers plus control arms, and on some kits rear links and a track bar. The ReadyLIFT Premium 3.5-inch SST 3.3 and the TeraFlex RT3 are built this way.
Body lift. The TeraFlex Ford Bronco 1.5 in Body Lift raises the body, not the suspension. TeraFlex says geometry and ride stay as they are.

Option	Lift (as listed)	What changes	Good for
Front leveling kit	1–1.25 in front	Strut spacers, factory shocks stay	Level stance, slightly bigger tires
Spacer lift	2 in, or 2 in front and 2.5 in rear	Front and rear strut spacers	Daily drivers, light trail use
SST lift with arms	3–4 in	Spacers, upper arms, track bar bracket	35s, and 37s per ReadyLIFT
ICON coilover system	0–2 in up to 3–4 in front	Coilovers, upper arms, rear links on higher stages	Damping, travel, adjustability
Complete 3.5 in system	3.5 in	Falcon coilovers and control arms	Adjustable ride, up to 37s per vendor (RT3 with minor trimming)
Body lift	1.5 in body	Lifts the body; suspension untouched	Tire room without suspension changes

Bronco lift kits by trim and suspension package

NVMOS does not carry suspension for the first-generation to fifth-generation Bronco (1966–1996), so this guide sticks to the 2021-and-newer truck. On this Bronco, the suspension package matters more than the year. Ford builds it with different factory shocks and ride heights, and kits are made for one setup or another.

HOSS 1.0 (non-Sasquatch Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks, Black Diamond)

ICON says HOSS 1.0 is the base suspension on non-Sasquatch trims and that you can spot it by the black factory shock bodies. The base-model spacer kits are made for these trucks: the ReadyLIFT 2-inch SST, the 2-inch front and 2.5-inch rear high payload kit and the 4-inch SST for base models all list Sasquatch trucks as not compatible. ICON makes HOSS 1.0 coilover systems with 1.375–3 inches of front lift that reuse the factory coil springs.

HOSS 2.0 and the Sasquatch package

Per ICON, HOSS 2.0 Broncos have yellow factory shock bodies. ICON lists HOSS 2.0 on the Badlands, Wildtrak, First Edition and Everglades, and on the Base, Big Bend, Outer Banks and Black Diamond when they have the Sasquatch package. ReadyLIFT makes a 3-inch SST kit for Sasquatch Broncos, and ICON's Sasquatch systems give 2–3 inches of front lift compared with 3–4 inches on non-Sasquatch trucks. The ReadyLIFT 1.25-inch leveling kit is listed for Broncos with or without the Sasquatch package.

HOSS 3.0, Big Bend factory lift and the Bronco Raptor

ReadyLIFT lists its 3-inch and 4-inch SST kits and its high payload kit as not for trucks with HOSS 3.0 Fox shocks. It also says most of its Bronco kits have not been tested on the Big Bend with the stock 2-inch lift. None of the kits in this guide list the Bronco Raptor, which uses its own wider suspension, so do not order a standard Bronco kit for one without calling us first.

2-door vs 4-door

ICON quotes its lift numbers over a stock 4-door, and many of its system listings and rear coilover kits say 4-door. Dobinsons sells separate MRR kits for the 2-door and 4-door. The ReadyLIFT 1.25-inch leveling kit, ReadyLIFT 2-inch SST, ReadyLIFT Premium 3.5-inch kit and the TeraFlex kits list both body styles. If you have a 2-door, confirm on the product page before you order.

ICON Bronco systems: HOSS kits and Stages 3 to 8

ICON Vehicle Dynamics offers the widest range of Bronco systems we carry. They are split by suspension package, then by stage. Each step up adds parts or adjustment. Stages 3 to 8 come with billet aluminum or tubular upper control arms, both with ICON's Delta Joint PRO, and in a version with heavy rate rear springs. ICON says those springs are progressive dual rate coils for Broncos that carry a lot of gear, in place of the standard triple-rate springs.

ICON system	Front / rear lift	What you get
HOSS 1.0 Stage 1 and 2	1.375–3 in / 1.5–2.25 in	2.5 EXP coilovers on factory springs; Stage 2 adds upper arms
HOSS 2.0 Stage 1 and 2	0–2 in / 0–1.75 in	2.5 EXP coilovers on factory springs; Stage 2 adds upper arms
Stage 3	Sasquatch 2–3 in / 1.25–2.25 in; non-Sasquatch 3–4 in / 2–3 in	Internal reservoir coilovers and upper arms
Stage 4	Same as Stage 3	Remote reservoir coilovers and upper arms
Stage 5	Same as Stage 3	Adds rear lower links
Stage 6	Same as Stage 3	CDCV or CDXS compression adjusters, rear lower links
Stage 7	Same as Stage 3	Complete rear link kit with upper links and adjustable track bar
Stage 8	Same as Stage 3	CDEV electronic valves tuned through the ICON Intelligent Control app

ICON lists up to 11.5 inches of front and 14 inches of rear travel for Stages 3 to 8 with 35x12.50 tires. CDCV is a compression adjuster, and CDXS gives separate high- and low-speed compression knobs with 10 settings each. If you already have a lift and only want better shocks, ICON also sells the front and rear V.S. 2.5 Series coilover pairs on their own, plus a rear heavy rate coil kit for ICON coilovers.

Tire sizes: 35s and 37s

Tire size is the main reason most owners lift a Bronco. These are the sizes vendors list for the kits we carry. Wheel width and offset matter as much as lift, so read our wheel offset and backspacing guide before you buy wheels.

ReadyLIFT 1.25-inch leveling. 315/70R17 on Sasquatch trucks and 285/70R17 on the rest. 35x12.50 on a 9-inch wide +18 wheel with trimming.
ReadyLIFT 2-inch SST and high payload kit. 305/70R17 on a 17x8.5 +18 wheel. ReadyLIFT lists a 35x12.50 with trimming on the 2-inch SST (9-inch, 0 offset wheel), and with minor trimming or crash bar removal on the high payload kit.
ReadyLIFT 3- and 4-inch SST. Up to 37x12.50 on a 17x8.5 +18 wheel, and 38x12.50 with trimming on the HD ball joint kits. ReadyLIFT notes a 37 contacts the front body mount, and possibly the rear inner fender, through full travel.
ICON Stages 3 to 8. Travel figures are given with 35x12.50 tires. ICON says 37s and larger need its optional up-travel limiters, sold separately. On non-Sasquatch Broncos, the factory crash bars must come off for 35s and up, and ICON offers a High Clearance Crash Bar set.
TeraFlex. The RT3 lists up to 37s with minor trimming. The Falcon 3.3 coilover kits come in 35-inch and 37-inch versions, and the 1.5-inch body lift lists up to 37s.

Larger tires add weight and change your effective gearing, and the speedometer will read off until it is recalibrated.

What to check before you order

Suspension package. Sasquatch or not, and HOSS 1.0, 2.0 or 3.0. Look at the color of your factory shocks and your window sticker.
Door count. Several ICON and Dobinsons listings are 2-door or 4-door specific.
Model year. Most kits here list 2021–2026. The ReadyLIFT 3-inch Sasquatch kit 69-21300 lists 2021–2024, and the Dobinsons kits list 2021–2025.
Factory lift. ReadyLIFT has not tested its kits on the Big Bend with the stock 2-inch lift.
Crash bars and limiters. Budget for crash bar changes on non-Sasquatch trucks with 35s, and up-travel limiters for 37s on ICON systems.
Gear on board. If you run a rooftop tent, steel bumpers or a fridge, look at the ReadyLIFT high payload kit or ICON heavy rate rear springs. For bumpers, sliders and racks, see our Ford Bronco accessories guide.

After the install: alignment, warranty and legal questions

Alignment. Any lift or level changes the front geometry. Plan on an alignment after install. ReadyLIFT says its Bronco Tubular Upper Control Arms correct geometry and alignment after a 1- to 4-inch lift, and ICON billet arms allow on-vehicle caster and camber adjustment.
Factory warranty. In general, a lift should not void your whole warranty on its own, but a dealer can deny a claim on a part they believe the lift affected. Ask your dealer before you install and keep your paperwork.
State rules. Lift height, bumper height, headlight height and tire coverage rules vary by state. Check your state before you go tall, and have your headlights re-aimed after a lift.

What NVMOS carries

Our Bronco suspension comes from ReadyLIFT, ICON Vehicle Dynamics, TeraFlex and Dobinsons. A few to start with:

Leveling and spacer lifts

3- to 4-inch lifts and complete systems

ICON coilover systems

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best lift kit for a 2021+ Ford Bronco?

There is no single best kit. Start with your suspension package (HOSS 1.0, HOSS 2.0 or Sasquatch), your door count and the tire size you want. Then pick between a leveling kit, a spacer lift, a coilover system or a complete system that fits that combination.

How do I tell if my Bronco has HOSS 1.0 or HOSS 2.0?

ICON says HOSS 1.0 Broncos have black factory shock bodies and HOSS 2.0 Broncos have yellow ones. HOSS 1.0 is the base setup on non-Sasquatch trims, while HOSS 2.0 comes with the Sasquatch package and on trims such as Badlands, Wildtrak, First Edition and Everglades. Check your window sticker if you are unsure.

Will a leveling kit let me run 35s on a Bronco?

Not on its own for most trucks. ReadyLIFT lists 315/70R17 for Sasquatch Broncos and 285/70R17 for the rest with its 1.25-inch leveling kit, and up to a 35x12.50 on a 9-inch wide +18 wheel only with trimming. For 35s, look at the 3- to 4-inch kits.

Can I lift a Bronco that already has the Sasquatch package?

Yes, but buy a kit made for it. ReadyLIFT sells a 3-inch SST kit for Sasquatch Broncos, and ICON sells Sasquatch-specific systems with 2-3 inches of front lift over a stock Sasquatch 4-door. Most base-model spacer kits list Sasquatch trucks as not compatible.

Do Bronco lift kits fit both the 2-door and 4-door?

Some do and some do not. The ReadyLIFT 1.25-inch kit, the ReadyLIFT 2-inch SST base kit and the TeraFlex kits list both 2-door and 4-door. Dobinsons sells separate 2-door and 4-door kits, and ICON quotes its lift numbers over a stock 4-door, with many ICON listings saying 4-door.

Do I need an alignment after lifting my Bronco?

Yes. Any change in ride height changes the front geometry, so plan on an alignment after the install. Kits with adjustable upper control arms give the shop more caster and camber range to work with.

Will a lift kit void my Bronco warranty?

In general, a lift should not void your whole factory warranty on its own, but a dealer can deny a claim on a part they believe the lift affected. Ask your dealer before you install and keep your receipts and install records.

Do these kits fit the Bronco Raptor or Bronco Sport?

None of the kits in this guide list the Bronco Raptor, so do not assume they fit it. The Bronco Sport is a different vehicle, and ReadyLIFT lists it as not compatible. Call us before ordering for either one.

Not sure what fits your truck? Call a real person at (920) 249-7744 or send us a message, and we will help you sort it out.

October 13, 2026 — NVMOS

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