Every time one of these broncos sells for above MSRP at a ford dealership for the next 5 years, you can hear the folks over at Chevy yelling at the guy who approved the newer blazer for production a little louder. It's fantastic that they didn't drain this car label of every ounce of it's soul. Hell, even the bronco sport has allot of character. They couldn't have done it better, for the average person and of course their sales.
@@DB-sd3cw I'm not going to say you're wrong, because it's your opinion. But I will say that those 4 cylinder engines have more get up than people give them credit for. Sure they don't growl like a V8. But with the changing world of todays prices, I don't mind not filling up every day.
I have a suspicion the current bean counting executives at GM have never heard of the Bronco. They're busy giving each other high fives, fist bumps, and butt swats for saving a nickle or two on crappy material choices and moving the assembly lines to Mexico.
I swear Jack's growth over the years has shown with how well he delivers the review. I swear I thought it was Mark speaking with a Jack voice modulator attached to his mic at first.
Actually, they are the same person. Jack is a slightly altered holograph of Mark that is computer generated. Because Jack is Asian and went to engineering school....again all based upon an AI algorithm, he comes across as slightly more knowledgeable.
The subject of Mark and Jack being harsh on Ford should be a no issue. We know what Ford can do when they put the time and money into their products. Mustang 350R, Ford GT, Ford Focus RS, Ford Fiesta ST, F-Series to name a few. So when all of a sudden they create an inferior product it can be disappointing and no excuses should be given.
I would agree, if they leveled that insight across the board, but honestly Chevy and GM seem to get an automatic pass on some of their crappier offerings. Just seems to be a little midwest bias, even if it's not intended.
I love Ford but they drop the ball pretty consistently. Case in point they stuck the 2v and 3v modular motors in everything when they all underperformed compared to both the 4v motors and the pushrod competition from GM and Chrysler. They spent all that money engineering a new class beating v8 only to cheap out when it came time to build them
@@ghuff31 I think that's just because no one expects those things to be good, everyone knows a Chevy Cruze or Dodge Dart is gonna be a shitbox, but they're cheap and easy to get into
@@andrewgarcia3136 yep. I drive a town car and i still dont understand why ford couldnt put the 4v in that. They are still bulletproof engines so it had to be a beancounter problem
I think the smaller engine with a 2 door and manual is the way to go anyway. The smaller engine will probably be more easy to service long term and the two door just looks right.
I think they said about 15% of orders are for manuals which I feel like would be higher if they also offered the manual with the bigger engine and higher trim levels.
@@LLG47 Honestly I probably would not buy one if the interior is as loud as they say. I already drive an old noisy pickup and would like something quieter. Cool vehicle though.
@@THX5000 I test drove a soft top, and under 60 mph I can say I didn’t have an issue with road noise. Didn’t get the chance to take it on the highway so I can’t comment there
@@farzana6676 Even if you go wheeling every single weekend, 90% of your time will be on the road. You'll be driving on the trail for what, a few hours? Unless you have enough money to just buy a bronco as a wheeling only vehicle and tow it with something else. They're totally correct that nearly all broncos will spend their time on pavement. Even for people who DO take them offroad regularly.
@@farzana6676 no, the "wrong people" is exactly what Ford is marketing to, that's why they focus more on on-road performance than Jeep. Jeep is also doing this. Ford knows people buying this are not going offroad EVER.
I’ve been watching this channel going back to the Scott Turbowski days. I hope the subscriptions come in droves. The quality of this channel is highly underrated in my opinion. Keep up the good work guys. If I see Savagegeese come up on my feed I make time to watch it!
@@kenhoward3512 I liked his content. He was the comedic relief in a space that was all too serious about reviewing cars. He made it lighthearted and fun.
I like when they rotate - both of them offer slightly different, but still very professional and down-to-earth perspectives. Although the shared screen time when they debate a car is definitely my favorite part to watch
There no second fiddle. Each now has a segment. Jack does the interior and Mark does the final thoughts. It’s pretty disrespectful to call anyone a second fiddle. And I’ve been watching since the days of Turbowski at his shop.
The design and execution of the Bronco was top notch. I especially like the squares off macho real life Tonka truck look. I don’t think I would go for the more pricy trim model, and I’m not thrilled about Ford’s build quality and the reliability of this thing, but from a design and ‘feel’ perspective, it’s a solid car.
@@Matt-xs7qo Mmm, it’s kinda hit or miss with Ford. My 2016 Taurus at 45,000 miles has gotten a rebuilt transmission, water pump replaced (very expensive because it’s apparently an engine out procedure), rear shocks replaced, condensation in the headlights, and against all odds, water found its way into the passenger side rear door (no the window wasn’t left open). Not exactly “found on road dead”, but damn if it wasn’t close. On the contrary my stepfather years ago had a Ranger that was positively indestructible. What I’ve learned from Ford is this: if it was made for their F-150 truck, it’s probably robust and dependable. All other things you buy at your own risk.
@@stanmarcusgtv I think he means their engineering and design has improved considerably. I think Ford outsources as much labor as it possibly can at this point, and the quality suffers. Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are building more in the USA than Ford and GM, I think.
I'm not a Ford fanboy, quite the opposite in fact. The new Bronco though -wow. They executed the design and capability so well. When you bring a beloved nameplate back this is how you do it. GM must be kicking themselves right now with their bs Blazer. They could have done something like this and had something truly special.
I know the MSRP is low, but the markups take this into Defender territory. Not to mention that with the hardtop fit being compromised, you can't get one that isn't a soft-top currently.
I gotta find the screenshot but I saw a $20k dealer markup for one of these the other day. Disgusting! By that point, you right; might as well walk into a Land Rover dealership.
@@christopherblake88 ONLY 20k? Wow, you must live in a low COL area :). J/k. On the West Coast I can't find these in stock anywhere no matter the color/configuration. Womp-womp
@@AB0BA_69 Serramonte Ford has four Bronco in stock, all 30K above sticker. For that price, I would buy a Defender without even blinking. Head and shoulders above the Bronco but that is expected for the price tag. (Admittedly, two very different animals, Bronco is more of a fun toy) If you're truly in the market for a Bronco, you have to go far out of state for a reasonable deal.
My wife and I love our 4 door Badlands sasquatch Bronco for many of the reasons you mention in the video. We have the 2.7 10 speed and it's a total treat to drive, it's pretty dang quick but thirsty if you don't have it in eco mode, can't wait to add sport mode and see how much fun that adds. The aftermarket support is exploding and this year SEMA was all about Bronco and the new products flooding the market every single day, lots of catching up to do, but the groundwork had already been laid for the Jeep market. Wireless AA/AC, adaptive cruise, auto wipers and auto headlights work flawless. Being able to start, unlock, check oil life, tire pressure and vehicle location at any time through the app is also slick, like all new Ford products. You mention safety but didn't tack on why, Jeep has never had curtain side airbags and Ford did it out of the box, adding to the safety aspect of the vehicle. My only grip, which is small, is no seat memory or cooled seats on our LUX package, but oh well, it's something we can live without. We pre-ordered on launch day, had our Bronco built early Sept and took delivery late Sept and have over 800 thrilling miles on it. We get questions and conversations everywhere we go, it's so much fun.
I learned the other day that Jonathan Ward from Icon, consulted with ford and helped design the Bronco based on his knowledge and it shows: it looks modern and new but oozes character from the old broncos. Love it.
"Not priced into the stratosphere"... Until you try and buy one from a dealer and get hit with the truth about the current market. I work at a Ford dealership and these things are selling fast and people are happily paying out the ass to get em.
Thats just it. Personally im waiting for all these idiots to go belly up due to not understansing that an 84 mo loan is a poor decision on a marked up vehicle. Granted, im not blaming the dealers tho. If people werent stupid the markups wouldnt exist.
Just consider it is called the 2022 model and you can relax a bit. Besides, why do you want all the downsides? Paying extra to get an untested product? That's for impatient fools.
Jack's not kidding about Jeep Wrangler front end vagueness on the highway. I rented one in Hawaii, and had a riot beating it offroad (My goal was to return it dirtier than anything the rental company had ever seen). But the front end on the road didn't even feel connected to the steering wheel. I honestly thought there was a problem, but a quick look underneath showed it was fine. It only had 2000 miles on it. Obviously, the insane popularity of vintage Broncos fueled the development of this. Kudos to Ford for giving it real usability and offroad capability.
Idk what you drove, i tried older JK on interstate and worse condition 4 lane hwy, i did not find it critical at all, actually pretty close to single cab empty truck... And don't get me wrong i use fleet F150 and did tons of compliments comparing to others, i do like Ford, yes it is absolutely better ride in Bronco, but if i would be the adventurer climbing rocks here and there, front solid axle on Jeep would not push me away
My JLU I got new hardly wanders on the highway, my old ZJ Grand Cherokee which has solid axles does take input to keep straight but my JL handles so much better. I think Ford has done a great job and has hit the softer market that wants a off road lifestyle vehicle but is more civilized than the JL.
Excellent, concise review. SG going back to their roots with no gimmicky editing or out of place jokes for the sake of it. The Bronco is a great product - Ford hit this one out of the park. For those saying you guys are hard on Ford, that's the point - you continue to be one of the most objective review channels that tell it like it is, for any OEM - and for that, this is what makes you stand out - don't lose that.
And lets face it. US auto manufacturers in general and Ford specifically have gotten lazy. American cars, outside of a few higher end pickups/sports cars are kind of bad... Props to SG for giving Ford kudos for when it's actually deserved
Driving impressions about the 4 cyl turbo: have had a 4 cyl turbo in a car for about 20 years now and it hits peak torque around 1800-2000 rpm and rev's out to 7200, but I spend 99% of the time around 1800-3000 rpm, just get up to a high gear around 35-40mph, and leave it there, plenty of torque, tows well. A slightly larger, similarly tuned engine for most vehicles is perfect. We are seeing these smaller turbo motors that make gobs of torque down low in many vehicles now and they are beautiful to drive.
I’m surprised that the rear headrest was able to support the weight of Jack’s incognito green Bullion bag. It really demonstrates the build quality on offer here.
A truly great review with more info on details than others. And thanks for not speedtalking. Love the Cactus Gray color in your model if that’s what it is. Aside from the understandable eyewatering gas mileage, this vehicle has so much going for it. The styling and character are off the chart. I am amazed that a US manufacturer has put so much work and effort, and regard for their buyers. GM is dead to me. Well done Ford!
I saw a yellow 2 door yesterday at the dealership and later saw a blue 4 door later that day. AWESOME LOOKING TRUCKS! I definitely want a 2 door in yellow!
Ford definitely threw the Explorer together, which is insane that they had 10 years to replace it. I'm glad they went back to RWD architecture, but the interior environment/refinement and driving experience are seriously lacking. The Bronco has some quality woes and reliability concerns right now, BUT the overall execution is spot on for what buyers demand of that type of vehicle.
@@tomlind2 i agree. I believe they missed an opportunity with blending the budget variants with the top tier luxury and performance versions, like Jeep executes so well on the JGC or even Kia on the top tier Telluride. Maybe the midcycle update will address some of this.
I feel more embarrassed for the design team of the Chevrolet Blazer. The new Bronco is true to its heritage while the modern Blazer has been turned into a bastardized AWD minivan.
Can't wait for all the backlash of people who bought a Bronco Sport then pulled up to a red light next to a Bronco and asked the driver "What is that?" to hear "it's the new Bronco!" and replying "I thought that's what I GOT?!" - All these people finally getting 'woke' to the fact that Ford played them, sold them an Escape with a Bronco logo and some cool 'trim'....LOL - Regardless of how 'cool' this Bronco is, and the fact that Ford has been working on it since 2004 when they revealed the 'Bronco Concept', It's still a Ford and it will never get more than 60K miles w/o any issues....Godspeed...
Love this trim level. The lower trim levels with the 4 cylinder will one day be a good value. Not now though. Would love to know more about how that manual performed for you.
Honestly the manual in the bronco felt very similar to the JL. Long throws and i presume cable operated. It wasnt bad for a truck but not particularly memorable.
Appreciate Ford for making the Sasquatch pkg available on all trims; what a refreshing change! For me it's the base w/ Sasquatch. I want an off roader and don't need a back scratcher, fortune teller and whatever other options are available.
Jack. Your words were well choosen and you seemed very at ease in this video. Maybe your best work I have seen. Very well done jack. Seems like talking to a friend.. not rehearsed or funny... but great honest opinions and well reasoned. God jack. Impressive work.
Although I'm not currently in the market for an off road vehicle like the Bronco I've closely followed the introduction and launch. Must say I'm amazed by the amount of research and development that has gone into the design of the vehicle and the plethora of models and available accessories. The team heading up the development mush be huge and they spared no time or cost to make it a success. The commitment by Ford management to do it right is appreciated. The Bronco is a hit right out of the box, and has enough variations to please any imaginably customer.
Savage praise from the geese on this. I sat in it at the Seattle auto show. Other than being to small for my taste it seems like a good product. I appreciate the trim level customization.
Can’t wait to see you guys get the Maverick. I love the Bronco but the Maverick is going to be a big seller for Ford. The fleet Maverick will sell millions, that in city MPG is a game changer. The Maverick is my next vehicle and I can’t wait to pick one up next year.
I’m glad they’re finally offering the squanched base with a manual, but the price is approaching 40k when you go that route. At that point the badlands isn’t terribly far off. I also wish the manual wasn’t only offered with the I4, I know it’s a capable engine but long term I’d want something with direct and port fuel injection.
@@curiosityredpill7030 right a black diamond would come in cheaper than a squanched base and you’d get the rear locking diff but with a less aggressive diff gearing and 32” tires instead of 35”. I like that Ford came out with a variety of trim levels but it gets confusing when you start comparing them.
Found a dealership doing no markup and had to jump on it. Offering the manual with the Sasquatch for 2022 was a no brainer and thankfully Ford listened to their customers. And that new green looks so damn good. Lord knows when it’ll come in, but that gives me plenty of time to save up a healthy down payment without that pesky APR.
Another great video from the Savages. These Geese really know how to review the cars and SUVS. I wish they did an offroad segment to highlight the highs of the Ford Bronco. Also I wish they removed the doors to highlight that aspect.
This is the ford of the 80’s and 90’s. Cause they listen to the ford daily drivers. More options and choice means. As you said “ one for everyone”. Great video
As far as the question of reliability, it should be noted that the 2.3L and 2.7L are generally proven engines that have done many billions of miles in millions of F150's, Rangers, and Mustangs since their introductions more than five years ago. Same for the 10 speed automatic. Been around for a semi-long time. You really ought to be ok on the powertrains with these things, unless the transfer cases and axles reveal some problems.
Another excellent review. I’m excited to finally see a 3rd option in the mid-sized off-road oriented body-on-frame 4door suv. Although, why no comparison to the 4runner? I’m surprised since it’s the other independent front suspension option in this very small class…
I think Ford does an epic job with their interiors. I went back and forth between this and a Wrangler JL. Honestly, the EcoDiesel was the selling point for me. I knew full well that the driving modes, the driver focused interior, and a few other things made it superior to the Wrangler, but man the EcoDiesel and 32.9 MPGs when driving 400 miles on the freeway convinced me I couldn't go any other way than the Wrangler.
Depends on whether you need to take kids with you or not. You're gonna hate your life without a 4 door for the kids and extra luggage space for their crap :)
A lot of my non car enthusiast friends want one of these just because of how cool they look. Other than the lack of a v8 and some of their markup and production quality ossues, Ford knocked it out of the park
Really excited to see your guys coverage on the new Ford ranger!! That is going to be my next daily that can also tow. Wish the bronco had more towing capacity
Test drove a 4 door with the v6 auto and really enjoyed the ride and roominess over my JKU. Around here 10K over is normal right now. I want one if and that's a big if the car market ever normalizes again. Enjoyed the review, you nailed it.
I rented a Big Bend, non-Sasquatch, 4-door 2.3L auto on Turo earlier this summer. VERY impressed with the drivetrain and comfort, not to mention the looks of this truck are amazing 👌🏼 I got stopped by a guy for pictures and was one of the first ones on the road with one in my area and it got lots of looks. I will say, the caveat to the "low" starting price of 39k is that there were some quality issues I noticed right away (The odemeter showed less than 4k miles) The hood & the front quarter panels seemed very thin & flimsy. The hood wouldn't close unless you_really_ slammed on it hard. Rock chips galore and already a dent on the hood!. Told the owner right away. Next, the softtop was a breeze to take down, even with just one person! However, it swayed side-to-side so much that it scratched the paint on the rear rollover bars. One last thing, 2 of the 9 plastic latch clips for the rear soft-top windows came completely un-sewn, and another was hanging by a thread! I would caution people buying the Bronco for quality of materials & fit & finish. It doesn't have it. Other than that, it's an excellent driving vehicle, and top-down driving with your family & friends is so cool. The 2.3L felt great, fuel economy was great, and I can't imagine how insane the 2.7L must be. Thanks for the great review Jack, you too Mark. You guys are da bes!! 👍🏼👍🏼
This is a fantastic post and I appreciate your insights and details. I'm interested in buying one but will give them some time to bake the tops- this is the area where Ford will struggle with for awhile as tops are complex.
This will take the place of my next SxS, an in closed cab and is cost competitive when you start to look at enclosed SxS that must be towed to the trail.
Great review! Black Diamond is the sweet spot in the line up and is exactly what I would order. I am in agreement...I think right now the Bronco is the better all around vehicle when compared to the JL.
maybe for about $30k more then they see eye to eye. Still a base model wrangler for under 30k is still more capable than a top model bronco with 35s for almost triple the price.
Thanks. It looks like something I might look at sometime in 2022. We had an old Jeep XJ Cherokee at one time and the Bronco seems to emulate much of what made that vehicle so appealing looks to be done, in a newer and certainly updated manner.
Coming from years of sports sedans as my default car, this vehicle realistically entices me to switch it up. Driven Jeeps before and they feel ridiculous to daily drive on streets, this seems like the right compromise
It’s so tempting. I still love traditional trucks, Wranglers and this looks fantastic. Then, I remembered what it’s like to love road trips and driving boxes on a highway with super loud cabins. So exhausting. This Bronco at least mitigates the added annoyance of the truck jumping into another lane when you hit a bump. But they are so fun yet thinking on it, driving a car like a GTI or other driver-oriented car with driving dynamics and a quiet cabin is way more fun.
Bronco really was well done overall. I still needed up buying a JL Wrangler though because I negotiated 10% off MSRP and another $8K in tax rebates as I bought the PHEV 4xe Wrangler Rubicon. 375hp and 475tq and we have averaged 38mpg since buying it in June. So far we have been very impressed. It’s too bad Ford did not offer a n EV or PHEV version of the Bronco, but perhaps in the future.
You can get a used 2-door First Edition where I live for....$109,000.00. Ridiculous. I want one, but it will be years before they are reasonably priced.
@@rhino9686 No, I just think it is gouging. That Wildtrack I was looking at, well, they gave me some story about it being a demo...but I haven't seen it in 2 weeks.
@Scottie Ray.. Why don't you just order one? I just put my order in for a '22 WildTrak that I reserved in June '21. I went to my dealership of choice, and with tax out the door, I'm looking at $64,000. And I have damn near every option checked off! That's your best bet if you don't want to pay dealer mark ups! Speaking of mark ups.. I inquired about the Bronco Raptor and was told that it'll sell between $12-$15,000 more than my WildTrak @$64K. Then there WILL be a dealer mark up of $15,000 on top of that. So you'll be looking around $92K+ for the Bronco Raptor
I am a Wrangler owner. I finally drove the Bronco. It is a fantastic car and I am so happy Ford swung for the fences and did it correctly. That being said, it didn't really feel like a Wrangler competitor to me when I drove it. More like a different class of off roader where you can also remove the top and doors. I felt it was HUGE compared to the Wrangler. Parking lots felt like I was driving a full size truck. Not sure how that will feel on the trail. I also thought the Ford interior felt so much cheaper and thrown together with screens glued in to compensate. Lastly I preferred the V6 manual combo to the turbo 4 manual but I did enjoy the low end torque of the Bronco. I wish Chevy would have done the blazer correctly seeing this product from Ford. And I would DEFINITELY think about buying a Bronco as a buyer but I really think it is a disservice to say this and the Wrangler are toe to toe against each other when really it feels to me we're talking different weight classes. Just my 2¢.
To put this vehicle over the top, the V8 and the 6 or 7 speed manual would just make the new Bronco a total legend. The fact this isn't priced into the stratosphere because it's the latest and greatest or because it's a "legend" (Jeep Wranglers) is also an advantage. Ford will do extremely well with this as time moves on.
I’m happy the Bronco is out so we can see some competition, I think it will be healthy for both brands. I also agree that Jeep needs to step up, the IFS in the Bronco makes a huge difference in handling. In terms of fuel economy, I have gotten 24mpg average on long road trips in my V6 Gladiator loaded with climbing gear, my wife, and my dog. Not saying that’s the norm, but it is possible to get decent mileage.
Great review, very honest and informative....its what separates you guys from other channels. I've seen a few of these new Broncos in person, very nice product. If I were in the market, my choice would be the short wheelbase 2-door variant with the 2.3L and manual in the Big Bend trim level. Maneuverable, practical, and capable for most driving needs with a mid-30s price 👍
The only thing missing is a good diesel option. My full size GMC Sierra is a heck of lot bigger than this thing, yet gets 26 MPG doing 75 on the highway. I can get 29 MPG if I keep it at 65. Plus a diesel fits with the low-end torque requirements of off-road vehicles.
Im sort of amazed they didnt even mention how bad the interior fit & finish on these is though. Hell they had to recall every single hard top they made already, alot of the interior plastics dont look production quality, im far from a Jeep fan but id say the JL or 4Runner has a much better/well built interior cabin
@A Google User.. Ford doesn't make the hard tops.. Also, the fit and finish of my Bronco tester wasn't bad at all. Where did you notice the fit and finish problems that you mention?
FYI Bilstein is pronounced bil-stine, like Einstein, not bil-steen. In German when there are two vowels together, the second is the one that's pronounced.
It's a great stylish compact truck at $40,000. 190" is a couple feet less than Tacoma or Ranger but the wheelbase is only 10inches shorter at 116" so you'll have no problem towing especially with what that 2.3L can do in the Ranger. There's a tow hitch option but what boggles my mind is there isn't a towing goat mode to keep rpm high. If you're towing I'd opt for the manual or go with the twin turbo set up on the V6
Every time one of these broncos sells for above MSRP at a ford dealership for the next 5 years, you can hear the folks over at Chevy yelling at the guy who approved the newer blazer for production a little louder. It's fantastic that they didn't drain this car label of every ounce of it's soul. Hell, even the bronco sport has allot of character. They couldn't have done it better, for the average person and of course their sales.
Turbo 4 cylinder ecoboom pos engine is pretty soul-draining
@@DB-sd3cw I'm not going to say you're wrong, because it's your opinion. But I will say that those 4 cylinder engines have more get up than people give them credit for. Sure they don't growl like a V8. But with the changing world of todays prices, I don't mind not filling up every day.
I have a suspicion the current bean counting executives at GM have never heard of the Bronco. They're busy giving each other high fives, fist bumps, and butt swats for saving a nickle or two on crappy material choices and moving the assembly lines to Mexico.
“Drain the label” like how they did the Mitsubishi Eclipse? 😭
@@2006gtobob They all clamor to move lines to Mexico. Where is the Mustang Mach-E made? Right
I swear Jack's growth over the years has shown with how well he delivers the review.
I swear I thought it was Mark speaking with a Jack voice modulator attached to his mic at first.
Actually, they are the same person. Jack is a slightly altered holograph of Mark that is computer generated. Because Jack is Asian and went to engineering school....again all based upon an AI algorithm, he comes across as slightly more knowledgeable.
where is Turbowoski???
The subject of Mark and Jack being harsh on Ford should be a no issue. We know what Ford can do when they put the time and money into their products. Mustang 350R, Ford GT, Ford Focus RS, Ford Fiesta ST, F-Series to name a few. So when all of a sudden they create an inferior product it can be disappointing and no excuses should be given.
As a long time Ford lover, I do have to agree.
I would agree, if they leveled that insight across the board, but honestly Chevy and GM seem to get an automatic pass on some of their crappier offerings. Just seems to be a little midwest bias, even if it's not intended.
I love Ford but they drop the ball pretty consistently. Case in point they stuck the 2v and 3v modular motors in everything when they all underperformed compared to both the 4v motors and the pushrod competition from GM and Chrysler. They spent all that money engineering a new class beating v8 only to cheap out when it came time to build them
@@ghuff31 I think that's just because no one expects those things to be good, everyone knows a Chevy Cruze or Dodge Dart is gonna be a shitbox, but they're cheap and easy to get into
@@andrewgarcia3136 yep. I drive a town car and i still dont understand why ford couldnt put the 4v in that. They are still bulletproof engines so it had to be a beancounter problem
Respect to Ford for making some of these with a manual transmission.
I think the smaller engine with a 2 door and manual is the way to go anyway. The smaller engine will probably be more easy to service long term and the two door just looks right.
Huge respect to Ford for keeping the manual alive. I want one in the Ranger now!
I think they said about 15% of orders are for manuals which I feel like would be higher if they also offered the manual with the bigger engine and higher trim levels.
@@LLG47 Honestly I probably would not buy one if the interior is as loud as they say. I already drive an old noisy pickup and would like something quieter. Cool vehicle though.
@@THX5000 I test drove a soft top, and under 60 mph I can say I didn’t have an issue with road noise. Didn’t get the chance to take it on the highway so I can’t comment there
Really appreciate the 'on road' focus of this review. SG is 100% spot on that 99% of Bronco drive time will be around town.
Well then the wrong people are buying Bronco's.
@@farzana6676 duh, most people buy for the 'feeling' they get, not their actual needs. It's called 'effective marketing"...
@@farzana6676 Even if you go wheeling every single weekend, 90% of your time will be on the road. You'll be driving on the trail for what, a few hours? Unless you have enough money to just buy a bronco as a wheeling only vehicle and tow it with something else. They're totally correct that nearly all broncos will spend their time on pavement. Even for people who DO take them offroad regularly.
@@jensendkmg7209 It's a fair point you make.
@@farzana6676 no, the "wrong people" is exactly what Ford is marketing to, that's why they focus more on on-road performance than Jeep. Jeep is also doing this. Ford knows people buying this are not going offroad EVER.
I’ve been watching this channel going back to the Scott Turbowski days. I hope the subscriptions come in droves. The quality of this channel is highly underrated in my opinion. Keep up the good work guys. If I see Savagegeese come up on my feed I make time to watch it!
Do you know what happened to turbowski?
@@Ocienehrosv I heard he was just too busy with his day to day job. It sucks, I loved the budget Ryan Gosling
We need Scott back to grow the channel. He was the 🧲.
@@inikkor520 From what I viewed, he only detracted from the intelligence of the reviews.
@@kenhoward3512 I liked his content. He was the comedic relief in a space that was all too serious about reviewing cars. He made it lighthearted and fun.
This is the only channel that I don't mind seeing the second fiddle in line. Jack has been great.
I like when they rotate - both of them offer slightly different, but still very professional and down-to-earth perspectives. Although the shared screen time when they debate a car is definitely my favorite part to watch
Which one is Jack?
One and one A. BTW, How's Turbowski?
There no second fiddle. Each now has a segment. Jack does the interior and Mark does the final thoughts. It’s pretty disrespectful to call anyone a second fiddle. And I’ve been watching since the days of Turbowski at his shop.
The design and execution of the Bronco was top notch. I especially like the squares off macho real life Tonka truck look. I don’t think I would go for the more pricy trim model, and I’m not thrilled about Ford’s build quality and the reliability of this thing, but from a design and ‘feel’ perspective, it’s a solid car.
Ford’s quality has really stepped up the last 10 years or so.
@@Matt-xs7qo Mmm, it’s kinda hit or miss with Ford. My 2016 Taurus at 45,000 miles has gotten a rebuilt transmission, water pump replaced (very expensive because it’s apparently an engine out procedure), rear shocks replaced, condensation in the headlights, and against all odds, water found its way into the passenger side rear door (no the window wasn’t left open). Not exactly “found on road dead”, but damn if it wasn’t close. On the contrary my stepfather years ago had a Ranger that was positively indestructible. What I’ve learned from Ford is this: if it was made for their F-150 truck, it’s probably robust and dependable. All other things you buy at your own risk.
@@Matt-xs7qo not at all
@@stanmarcusgtv I think he means their engineering and design has improved considerably. I think Ford outsources as much labor as it possibly can at this point, and the quality suffers. Toyota, Honda, and Nissan are building more in the USA than Ford and GM, I think.
@@parissmith5727 the motors are finally starting to be built by ford though which is nice
Underrated channel. Should have at least 1 million subs considering production value.
I'm not a Ford fanboy, quite the opposite in fact. The new Bronco though -wow. They executed the design and capability so well. When you bring a beloved nameplate back this is how you do it. GM must be kicking themselves right now with their bs Blazer. They could have done something like this and had something truly special.
I know the MSRP is low, but the markups take this into Defender territory. Not to mention that with the hardtop fit being compromised, you can't get one that isn't a soft-top currently.
I gotta find the screenshot but I saw a $20k dealer markup for one of these the other day. Disgusting!
By that point, you right; might as well walk into a Land Rover dealership.
True. I have a soft top for now, but will get a hard top as well when they straighten things out.
@@christopherblake88 ONLY 20k? Wow, you must live in a low COL area :). J/k. On the West Coast I can't find these in stock anywhere no matter the color/configuration. Womp-womp
@@AB0BA_69 Serramonte Ford has four Bronco in stock, all 30K above sticker. For that price, I would buy a Defender without even blinking. Head and shoulders above the Bronco but that is expected for the price tag. (Admittedly, two very different animals, Bronco is more of a fun toy)
If you're truly in the market for a Bronco, you have to go far out of state for a reasonable deal.
@@christopherblake88 I would say walk into a Land Rover dealer but then you would end up with a almost certain lemon.
My wife and I love our 4 door Badlands sasquatch Bronco for many of the reasons you mention in the video. We have the 2.7 10 speed and it's a total treat to drive, it's pretty dang quick but thirsty if you don't have it in eco mode, can't wait to add sport mode and see how much fun that adds. The aftermarket support is exploding and this year SEMA was all about Bronco and the new products flooding the market every single day, lots of catching up to do, but the groundwork had already been laid for the Jeep market. Wireless AA/AC, adaptive cruise, auto wipers and auto headlights work flawless. Being able to start, unlock, check oil life, tire pressure and vehicle location at any time through the app is also slick, like all new Ford products. You mention safety but didn't tack on why, Jeep has never had curtain side airbags and Ford did it out of the box, adding to the safety aspect of the vehicle. My only grip, which is small, is no seat memory or cooled seats on our LUX package, but oh well, it's something we can live without. We pre-ordered on launch day, had our Bronco built early Sept and took delivery late Sept and have over 800 thrilling miles on it. We get questions and conversations everywhere we go, it's so much fun.
I learned the other day that Jonathan Ward from Icon, consulted with ford and helped design the Bronco based on his knowledge and it shows: it looks modern and new but oozes character from the old broncos. Love it.
"Not priced into the stratosphere"... Until you try and buy one from a dealer and get hit with the truth about the current market. I work at a Ford dealership and these things are selling fast and people are happily paying out the ass to get em.
Thats just it. Personally im waiting for all these idiots to go belly up due to not understansing that an 84 mo loan is a poor decision on a marked up vehicle. Granted, im not blaming the dealers tho. If people werent stupid the markups wouldnt exist.
@@dr._breens_beard you're right, people are extremely desperate to have that new new. They don't care about pricing
I really like this truck but there's no way I'm paying that almost criminal mark-up. I'll keep my 6yo paid off 4Runner TRD Pro.
Just consider it is called the 2022 model and you can relax a bit.
Besides, why do you want all the downsides? Paying extra to get an untested product? That's for impatient fools.
Wheres the OJ edition?
Yes. Does it come in white?
@@illuminaughty2929 Yes and the white looks great
@L G how would oj make his second getaway?
Ok boomer
Good one
Jack's not kidding about Jeep Wrangler front end vagueness on the highway. I rented one in Hawaii, and had a riot beating it offroad (My goal was to return it dirtier than anything the rental company had ever seen). But the front end on the road didn't even feel connected to the steering wheel. I honestly thought there was a problem, but a quick look underneath showed it was fine. It only had 2000 miles on it. Obviously, the insane popularity of vintage Broncos fueled the development of this. Kudos to Ford for giving it real usability and offroad capability.
Idk what you drove, i tried older JK on interstate and worse condition 4 lane hwy, i did not find it critical at all, actually pretty close to single cab empty truck... And don't get me wrong i use fleet F150 and did tons of compliments comparing to others, i do like Ford, yes it is absolutely better ride in Bronco, but if i would be the adventurer climbing rocks here and there, front solid axle on Jeep would not push me away
My JLU I got new hardly wanders on the highway, my old ZJ Grand Cherokee which has solid axles does take input to keep straight but my JL handles so much better. I think Ford has done a great job and has hit the softer market that wants a off road lifestyle vehicle but is more civilized than the JL.
Black Diamond is literally the best configuration
Explain
Excellent, concise review. SG going back to their roots with no gimmicky editing or out of place jokes for the sake of it. The Bronco is a great product - Ford hit this one out of the park. For those saying you guys are hard on Ford, that's the point - you continue to be one of the most objective review channels that tell it like it is, for any OEM - and for that, this is what makes you stand out - don't lose that.
And lets face it. US auto manufacturers in general and Ford specifically have gotten lazy. American cars, outside of a few higher end pickups/sports cars are kind of bad... Props to SG for giving Ford kudos for when it's actually deserved
@@AB0BA_69 Completely Agreed - great points.
Driving impressions about the 4 cyl turbo: have had a 4 cyl turbo in a car for about 20 years now and it hits peak torque around 1800-2000 rpm and rev's out to 7200, but I spend 99% of the time around 1800-3000 rpm, just get up to a high gear around 35-40mph, and leave it there, plenty of torque, tows well. A slightly larger, similarly tuned engine for most vehicles is perfect. We are seeing these smaller turbo motors that make gobs of torque down low in many vehicles now and they are beautiful to drive.
Thanks for highlighting the highway inefficiency. Great point.
I hope Toyota makes a competitive option.
Those idiots axed the FJ
One of the best reviews yet. Thank You!
I’m surprised that the rear headrest was able to support the weight of Jack’s incognito green Bullion bag.
It really demonstrates the build quality on offer here.
stop 12 year old
Jack became such a good reviewer
A truly great review with more info on details than others. And thanks for not speedtalking. Love the Cactus Gray color in your model if that’s what it is.
Aside from the understandable eyewatering gas mileage, this vehicle has so much going for it.
The styling and character are off the chart.
I am amazed that a US manufacturer has put so much work and effort, and regard for their buyers. GM is dead to me.
Well done Ford!
Great review. It's amazing how far Jack's presentation skills have come.
Good, thorough and objective review Jack. Thanks. 👍
That opening B-roll tho 😢🔥🔥🔥😤
…Straight Butta !!
Since I started watching this channel my hair has started growing back
Don't forget to manscape
Always enjoy your perspective. Great video guys.
These are HUGE! Good luck going through a Drive Through
I used to take a ram 3500 dually through drive throughs so I think people will be fine lol.
I agree with a lot of the comments.
Jack has gotten extremely good at doing this.
Perfect spec with the gray and steel wheels
I saw a yellow 2 door yesterday at the dealership and later saw a blue 4 door later that day. AWESOME LOOKING TRUCKS! I definitely want a 2 door in yellow!
The 2 doors look amazing. Agree
The amount of information you guys provide is top notch.
I feel genuinely embarrassed for the Explorer design team given how well executed the Bronco is.
Appparently Jonathan Ward from icon was consulted heavily in the development. That was a great decision
Ford definitely threw the Explorer together, which is insane that they had 10 years to replace it. I'm glad they went back to RWD architecture, but the interior environment/refinement and driving experience are seriously lacking. The Bronco has some quality woes and reliability concerns right now, BUT the overall execution is spot on for what buyers demand of that type of vehicle.
Ford designed the Explorer to do exactly what it's doing.... Selling as fast as they can make them and pulling in profits on every one. 🤷
@@tomlind2 i agree. I believe they missed an opportunity with blending the budget variants with the top tier luxury and performance versions, like Jeep executes so well on the JGC or even Kia on the top tier Telluride. Maybe the midcycle update will address some of this.
I feel more embarrassed for the design team of the Chevrolet Blazer. The new Bronco is true to its heritage while the modern Blazer has been turned into a bastardized AWD minivan.
Can't wait for all the backlash of people who bought a Bronco Sport then pulled up to a red light next to a Bronco and asked the driver "What is that?" to hear "it's the new Bronco!" and replying "I thought that's what I GOT?!" - All these people finally getting 'woke' to the fact that Ford played them, sold them an Escape with a Bronco logo and some cool 'trim'....LOL - Regardless of how 'cool' this Bronco is, and the fact that Ford has been working on it since 2004 when they revealed the 'Bronco Concept', It's still a Ford and it will never get more than 60K miles w/o any issues....Godspeed...
Love this trim level. The lower trim levels with the 4 cylinder will one day be a good value. Not now though. Would love to know more about how that manual performed for you.
Honestly the manual in the bronco felt very similar to the JL. Long throws and i presume cable operated. It wasnt bad for a truck but not particularly memorable.
Appreciate Ford for making the Sasquatch pkg available on all trims; what a refreshing change!
For me it's the base w/ Sasquatch. I want an off roader and don't need a back scratcher, fortune teller and whatever other options are available.
Jack. Your words were well choosen and you seemed very at ease in this video. Maybe your best work I have seen. Very well done jack. Seems like talking to a friend.. not rehearsed or funny... but great honest opinions and well reasoned.
God jack. Impressive work.
Although I'm not currently in the market for an off road vehicle like the Bronco I've closely followed the introduction and launch. Must say I'm amazed by the amount of research and development that has gone into the design of the vehicle and the plethora of models and available accessories. The team heading up the development mush be huge and they spared no time or cost to make it a success. The commitment by Ford management to do it right is appreciated. The Bronco is a hit right out of the box, and has enough variations to please any imaginably customer.
Savage praise from the geese on this. I sat in it at the Seattle auto show. Other than being to small for my taste it seems like a good product. I appreciate the trim level customization.
this is the best trim and color in my opinion. so utilitarian
Nice work. Great video guys!
Can’t wait to see you guys get the Maverick. I love the Bronco but the Maverick is going to be a big seller for Ford. The fleet Maverick will sell millions, that in city MPG is a game changer.
The Maverick is my next vehicle and I can’t wait to pick one up next year.
Needless to say, great review, its simply what I've come to expect. I'm commenting
because I really like the musical selection on this one... kudos!
Great review, thanks. And while I'm not in the market for this type of vehicle, it's good to hear Ford has delivered an excellent vehicle.
I’m glad they’re finally offering the squanched base with a manual, but the price is approaching 40k when you go that route. At that point the badlands isn’t terribly far off.
I also wish the manual wasn’t only offered with the I4, I know it’s a capable engine but long term I’d want something with direct and port fuel injection.
Badlands or black diamond
@@curiosityredpill7030 right a black diamond would come in cheaper than a squanched base and you’d get the rear locking diff but with a less aggressive diff gearing and 32” tires instead of 35”. I like that Ford came out with a variety of trim levels but it gets confusing when you start comparing them.
@@johnpenwell6402 you keep saying squanched. Not sure what that is.
@@georgesnyder5337 just that the bronco has the Sasquatch package. I’ve seen that term tossed around on the forums.
Found a dealership doing no markup and had to jump on it. Offering the manual with the Sasquatch for 2022 was a no brainer and thankfully Ford listened to their customers. And that new green looks so damn good. Lord knows when it’ll come in, but that gives me plenty of time to save up a healthy down payment without that pesky APR.
Another great video from the Savages. These Geese really know how to review the cars and SUVS. I wish they did an offroad segment to highlight the highs of the Ford Bronco. Also I wish they removed the doors to highlight that aspect.
This is the ford of the 80’s and 90’s. Cause they listen to the ford daily drivers. More options and choice means. As you said “ one for everyone”. Great video
As far as the question of reliability, it should be noted that the 2.3L and 2.7L are generally proven engines that have done many billions of miles in millions of F150's, Rangers, and Mustangs since their introductions more than five years ago. Same for the 10 speed automatic. Been around for a semi-long time. You really ought to be ok on the powertrains with these things, unless the transfer cases and axles reveal some problems.
I have the 2.7 V6 in my f-150 and it is a seriously impressive engine.
Except they're making the news with failings!
“Lifestyle vehicle” sums it up perfectly. I wouldn’t pay over sticker for any vehicle.
Another excellent review. I’m excited to finally see a 3rd option in the mid-sized off-road oriented body-on-frame 4door suv. Although, why no comparison to the 4runner? I’m surprised since it’s the other independent front suspension option in this very small class…
So awesome that you reviewed a manual. I ordered a manual badlands that is going into production in Jan 2022. Can wait to get it.
Been waiting for this! I have the 2.3L and am getting almost 22mpg, so I'm surprised to hear that you are getting 16 or 19mpg.
I am surprised he got 16 mpg at 85 mph.
My 99 Range Rover gets about 15-16 mpg at 75 mph. So for a new 4 cyl truck, that is bad.
That's horrible. A decade old Genesis 4.6L V8 gets a better mileage lol
@@chltmdwp That’s a sedan.
@@alh06 it weights as much as the bronco.
Manual? Amazing to see this available now a days. Looks great too. 👍
I think Ford does an epic job with their interiors. I went back and forth between this and a Wrangler JL. Honestly, the EcoDiesel was the selling point for me. I knew full well that the driving modes, the driver focused interior, and a few other things made it superior to the Wrangler, but man the EcoDiesel and 32.9 MPGs when driving 400 miles on the freeway convinced me I couldn't go any other way than the Wrangler.
The Bronco 2-door First Edition is the one to get. It’s surprising to see 2-door options of both the Bronco & Defender. #SaveThe2Doors
Good point, we are just a 2 door Toyota 4X4 away from a grand slam.
Smaller fuel tank on the 2 D
Depends on whether you need to take kids with you or not. You're gonna hate your life without a 4 door for the kids and extra luggage space for their crap :)
Such a great speaking voice! Can’t wait to get my bronco.
A lot of my non car enthusiast friends want one of these just because of how cool they look. Other than the lack of a v8 and some of their markup and production quality ossues, Ford knocked it out of the park
Some people think it looks too boxy, but I think that's what makes it look really good.
Really excited to see your guys coverage on the new Ford ranger!! That is going to be my next daily that can also tow. Wish the bronco had more towing capacity
This video made me search far and wide, and I found it - Black Diamond 7-speed 4 door … MSRP … love your content, thanks for the video.
Not my type of vehicle, but man does this car have presence. Great overview Jack. Can't wait to see this car on the road.
Bronco... just the name makes this car legendary.
Test drove a 4 door with the v6 auto and really enjoyed the ride and roominess over my JKU. Around here 10K over is normal right now. I want one if and that's a big if the car market ever normalizes again. Enjoyed the review, you nailed it.
There is a First Edition priced at $92K here in NH. And ANY with the Sasquatch is between 13-20k over.
This is great and all, but when are you going to review the Dodge Intrepid?
I rented a Big Bend, non-Sasquatch, 4-door 2.3L auto on Turo earlier this summer.
VERY impressed with the drivetrain and comfort, not to mention the looks of this truck are amazing 👌🏼 I got stopped by a guy for pictures and was one of the first ones on the road with one in my area and it got lots of looks.
I will say, the caveat to the "low" starting price of 39k is that there were some quality issues I noticed right away (The odemeter showed less than 4k miles)
The hood & the front quarter panels seemed very thin & flimsy. The hood wouldn't close unless you_really_ slammed on it hard. Rock chips galore and already a dent on the hood!. Told the owner right away.
Next, the softtop was a breeze to take down, even with just one person! However, it swayed side-to-side so much that it scratched the paint on the rear rollover bars. One last thing, 2 of the 9 plastic latch clips for the rear soft-top windows came completely un-sewn, and another was hanging by a thread!
I would caution people buying the Bronco for quality of materials & fit & finish. It doesn't have it. Other than that, it's an excellent driving vehicle, and top-down driving with your family & friends is so cool. The 2.3L felt great, fuel economy was great, and I can't imagine how insane the 2.7L must be.
Thanks for the great review Jack, you too Mark. You guys are da bes!! 👍🏼👍🏼
Tons of quality of issues, particularly fit/finish.
Sorry, hard to take someone seriously who says “front quarter panel.”
@@adamharris2674 That's why I typed it. 🤷♂️
This is a fantastic post and I appreciate your insights and details. I'm interested in buying one but will give them some time to bake the tops- this is the area where Ford will struggle with for awhile as tops are complex.
This will take the place of my next SxS, an in closed cab and is cost competitive when you start to look at enclosed SxS that must be towed to the trail.
Great review! Black Diamond is the sweet spot in the line up and is exactly what I would order. I am in agreement...I think right now the Bronco is the better all around vehicle when compared to the JL.
maybe for about $30k more then they see eye to eye. Still a base model wrangler for under 30k is still more capable than a top model bronco with 35s for almost triple the price.
@@SanctumOfDreams uh huh...
Goose releases a new Ford video on the Bronco……my Ford stock goes to $25 a share! Thanks bro!
this will be good for Jeeps honestly. Finally some competition to push them to innovate and not rest of their laurels.
Deep down inside, I really feel like everyone has a soft spot for this vehicle. 😁
Thanks. It looks like something I might look at sometime in 2022. We had an old Jeep XJ Cherokee at one time and the Bronco seems to emulate much of what made that vehicle so appealing looks to be done, in a newer and certainly updated manner.
Well done video and review! Love what Ford has done with the Bronco!
Coming from years of sports sedans as my default car, this vehicle realistically entices me to switch it up. Driven Jeeps before and they feel ridiculous to daily drive on streets, this seems like the right compromise
It’s so tempting. I still love traditional trucks, Wranglers and this looks fantastic. Then, I remembered what it’s like to love road trips and driving boxes on a highway with super loud cabins. So exhausting. This Bronco at least mitigates the added annoyance of the truck jumping into another lane when you hit a bump. But they are so fun yet thinking on it, driving a car like a GTI or other driver-oriented car with driving dynamics and a quiet cabin is way more fun.
Limited slip? Did you mean electronic locking differentials? And when you said sync 3 did you mean sync 4?
That intro music.... smooooth!
Loved the John Mayer-esque guitar intro
Bronco really was well done overall. I still needed up buying a JL Wrangler though because I negotiated 10% off MSRP and another $8K in tax rebates as I bought the PHEV 4xe Wrangler Rubicon. 375hp and 475tq and we have averaged 38mpg since buying it in June. So far we have been very impressed. It’s too bad Ford did not offer a n EV or PHEV version of the Bronco, but perhaps in the future.
You can get a used 2-door First Edition where I live for....$109,000.00. Ridiculous. I want one, but it will be years before they are reasonably priced.
BTW...I was quoted that price after looking at a Wildtrack 2-Door that must have also been sold at an extreme mark-up.
@@scottieray Is this a case of a dealer giving some models an exorbitant markup so they don't have empty lots?
@@rhino9686 No, I just think it is gouging. That Wildtrack I was looking at, well, they gave me some story about it being a demo...but I haven't seen it in 2 weeks.
@Scottie Ray.. Why don't you just order one? I just put my order in for a '22 WildTrak that I reserved in June '21. I went to my dealership of choice, and with tax out the door, I'm looking at $64,000. And I have damn near every option checked off! That's your best bet if you don't want to pay dealer mark ups! Speaking of mark ups.. I inquired about the Bronco Raptor and was told that it'll sell between $12-$15,000 more than my WildTrak @$64K. Then there WILL be a dealer mark up of $15,000 on top of that. So you'll be looking around $92K+ for the Bronco Raptor
Awesome! Was hoping savage would be able to get one of these for review
That color with those black steelies is awesome!
I'm a simple man, I see new savagegeese I hit like. This is my life.
I am a Wrangler owner. I finally drove the Bronco. It is a fantastic car and I am so happy Ford swung for the fences and did it correctly. That being said, it didn't really feel like a Wrangler competitor to me when I drove it. More like a different class of off roader where you can also remove the top and doors. I felt it was HUGE compared to the Wrangler. Parking lots felt like I was driving a full size truck. Not sure how that will feel on the trail. I also thought the Ford interior felt so much cheaper and thrown together with screens glued in to compensate. Lastly I preferred the V6 manual combo to the turbo 4 manual but I did enjoy the low end torque of the Bronco. I wish Chevy would have done the blazer correctly seeing this product from Ford. And I would DEFINITELY think about buying a Bronco as a buyer but I really think it is a disservice to say this and the Wrangler are toe to toe against each other when really it feels to me we're talking different weight classes. Just my 2¢.
Even tho it's a pos Ford it's probably light-years ahead of that crappy Fiat jeep wallet-strangler in terms of build quality and reliability.
To put this vehicle over the top, the V8 and the 6 or 7 speed manual would just make the new Bronco a total legend.
The fact this isn't priced into the stratosphere because it's the latest and greatest or because it's a "legend" (Jeep Wranglers) is also an advantage. Ford will do extremely well with this as time moves on.
Last time I was this early Savagegeese and Turbowski were still romantically involved.
I’m happy the Bronco is out so we can see some competition, I think it will be healthy for both brands. I also agree that Jeep needs to step up, the IFS in the Bronco makes a huge difference in handling. In terms of fuel economy, I have gotten 24mpg average on long road trips in my V6 Gladiator loaded with climbing gear, my wife, and my dog. Not saying that’s the norm, but it is possible to get decent mileage.
Great review, very honest and informative....its what separates you guys from other channels. I've seen a few of these new Broncos in person, very nice product. If I were in the market, my choice would be the short wheelbase 2-door variant with the 2.3L and manual in the Big Bend trim level. Maneuverable, practical, and capable for most driving needs with a mid-30s price 👍
That guitar rift tho 🔥 🔥 🔥
The only thing missing is a good diesel option. My full size GMC Sierra is a heck of lot bigger than this thing, yet gets 26 MPG doing 75 on the highway. I can get 29 MPG if I keep it at 65. Plus a diesel fits with the low-end torque requirements of off-road vehicles.
Alternate Title: Hard *top* work doesn’t pay off
Im sort of amazed they didnt even mention how bad the interior fit & finish on these is though. Hell they had to recall every single hard top they made already, alot of the interior plastics dont look production quality, im far from a Jeep fan but id say the JL or 4Runner has a much better/well built interior cabin
@A Google User.. Ford doesn't make the hard tops.. Also, the fit and finish of my Bronco tester wasn't bad at all. Where did you notice the fit and finish problems that you mention?
Well done review. Thank you!
FYI Bilstein is pronounced bil-stine, like Einstein, not bil-steen. In German when there are two vowels together, the second is the one that's pronounced.
Great job, Ford! Glad to see some competition for the JL and 4Runner.
Honestly a pretty nice looking car, and the steel wheels don't look bad either
Excellent review.
It's a great stylish compact truck at $40,000. 190" is a couple feet less than Tacoma or Ranger but the wheelbase is only 10inches shorter at 116" so you'll have no problem towing especially with what that 2.3L can do in the Ranger. There's a tow hitch option but what boggles my mind is there isn't a towing goat mode to keep rpm high. If you're towing I'd opt for the manual or go with the twin turbo set up on the V6