True, I hate how SUV commercials show them going off-road yet literally ducking nobody takes them off-road it’s all miserable soccer moms who buy these soulless SUVs.
@@tony_5156 i have taken my audi q7 offroading many times and it does amazingly in mud and water even... cars arent that delicate, use them. Also this takes you, who used the word literally improperly, as me, one person doing the thing you said no one does, a untrue point.
If they will reach on European market i reckon they will sell a bunch of these cool small SUV which fit perfectly here for fun weekends outdoors activities : fishing, grill, kayak.. etc..
The thing I love so much about Throttle House that sets them apart from every other vehicle review channel is that every time they review a vehicle, it's like they're regular people who have never before experienced the "latest and greatest" in vehicle technology and trends. Like, they're so animated and genuinely joyful about the smallest things that a normal person would absolutely get excited about too. Freaking love these guys' videos.
Rather than jaded and increasingly losing perspective like some OTHER Canadian TH-cam car channel duo who seem personally offended that not all cars have 500+ hp...
Some girl walked by a Bronco Sport parked next to me and said "oh look the new bronco!" So yes, it seems people look at the sport and think it's the actual bronco.
@@norsevikingsir4932 they are pretty good. They make it sound like two guys talking about cars, not really reviewing it. I think they are up there for what they do, but certainly not the best. Maybe the most fun. Maybe.
Yea but you won't get this one with that fancy package which sounds like a must have. Your gonna get a base model or maybe 2nd level model with the 3-cylinder and for that Interior and rough ride? Meh.
I am happy that you guys acknowledged that 1) the dash is meant to be easily cleaned and 2) that the Badlands package addresses some of your concerns. The Badlands package is basically a must-have if you're going to get a Badlands model. I was hoping to find out a bit more about the room in the back seat. Finding out the NVH in the Bronco Sport isn't good is disappointing
I just experienced a moment of delight when I saw the notification for this video. I just know it´s high quality, entertaining content. Now I´m gonna enjoy this awesome review.
@@LafemmebearMusic lol. I live in the US, so that means no to that (not a new one anyway) :(. What I meant by "Jimny vibes" is that US consumers are gonna go crazy for Bronco Sport, like they would have for the Jimny in the 1980's.
I wish they would import the new Jimny here to North America! The thing looks awesome and isn’t n oversized chunk of plastic like the new bronco will be. Ah well in 15 years I will be able to get one (I believe here in Canada we can import vehicles from overseas if they are 15 years old - correct ne if I’m wrong).
I'm from the UK, so the Bronco name doesn't come with any historical baggage or preconceived notions of what a Bronco should or shouldn't be. Judged purely as a car in its own right, I love this thing. It looks really cool, and for most of the people who will buy one, that's the most important thing. It may not have true off road credibility, but it looks like it does, and that will make owners feel like they have something a bit special as they drive to work, do the school run, and go for the groceries. And for that, I commend the Bronco Sport. It's a feel good car, which is the very best kind of car you can get.
This was definitely targeting the Bronco II. it wasn't the best SUV back in the 80's but was anything American made really? I think this justifies its existence way more than slapping a mustang on an EV. No hate for EV's, we definitely need them, but I understand the salt tied to the Mach-E at least.
Agreed there were so many bronco IIs running around up here in northern VT back in the day, these new sports are going to sell like hot cakes for the same damn reason. I have no issue with this small bronco at all, just an issue with so many people thinking it's the actual bronco like do some damn research!
I'll update you here-I bought one. It is the best of every mid-size SUV, and allows me to go trail riding over fairly challenging terrain when my wife and I go camping in the Ozarks, and even when we went on a 9-day camping trip through the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley It gets good gas mileage and it's a lot faster than it has any need to be It looks great, and is absurdly comfortable over any massive road bumps Love mine, and I would recommend it in the exact same way However, I feel like anything less than the Badlands isn't really worth buying
I bought one 2 months ago (Big Bend) and I love it. No regrets whatsoever. I added some patriotic decals to it, factory textured bug deflector, and it’s a total head turner. I get stopped all the time and asked about it. I tell people right away it’s the Sport version. And trust me, it’s different than a Ford Escape...wayyyyy better vehicle.
The intro ! 😂 never fails to make me Laugh 😂. And while ppl in Carwow including me r asking mat vs yianni to a running race, James and Thomas should do a track test, roll race, 100m and 400m and 800m running race...
i bought the bronco big bend about 4 months ago….LOVE IT. you hit it right on the nose “how much off roading will you actually be doing?” i’m a 23 year old grad student, i’m not doing it, and this is still my favorite vehicle i have ever had.
Practical version for practical people that don't need oversized tires for off roading every weekend and still more than capable to get you where you want. I love my OuterBanks
I wanted to buy a Badlands, but Ford was such a pain to deal with. From finding one to test drive (only one dealer let me drive one), to offering $5k below market for my trade-in, to one dealer giving me the hard sell on an Escape as they didn't have a Bronco to sell. The actual Bronco Sport was kind of good looking, felt less like a crossover and had some go with that 2.0L. I ended up walking into a Toyota dealership, got a great trade-in price bought a RAV4 hybrid and no annoying sales pitch or having to speak to the manager before I could leave.
Frame oxydation, headlight condensation.. I' d consider getting a Bronco Badlands or Expolorer ST but for the build quality. Until Ford, Chevy, Dodge catch up to Subaru and Toyota build quality I own Japanese.
@@greatersoul Made in Hermosillo, Mexico..... Junk, cheaply made, cheap black plastic interior and steering wheel and 13 minutes 02 seconds in the video you can see they are averaging 19.9L/100Km, a Real pig on gas.... these Ford Ecoboost engines are real pigs on gas and if you get 160K kms without it blowing up you're lucky
@@zackmeuth no it just has a clutch pack that can act like one but isn't a true locker. it still has the same basic AWD system from the current gen Escape though. The 1st gen Escape had it's AWD system designed by Dana and could send 100% of power to the rear if needed, or lock at 50/50 split.
@@tylerhumpfer2493 youre right. I wanted to get a 1st gen with the diff lock button but their almost non existent. Either rusted out or mechanical issues. I just got a KJ Liberty. No rust, runs 100, 4x4 works Hi and Lo, no leaks, no burning and lady driven. I lucked out!
Great stuff! Your review makes me want a Bronco Sport now. Also, Eastgate is a great dealer in my opinion. They feel like they’re operated by car enthusiasts. They also hosted a couple of Cars and Coffees before, and they also have a ton of cool stuff in their collection.
Thank you so much! I was online with the Ford Site doing the specs to order one in. This video talked me out of it... I do appreciate that. Very good and thorough review.
A handy-sized, very capable, good-looking, clever, affordable everyday family vehicle. Just maybe...it's its own thing that - get ready for it - solves some real problems. Something a lot of people will opt for instead of the more expensive and harder-core Bronco. And feel really good about it. Thanks for a great review! Love the drag race at the end!
Guys it’s really a new version of the old bronco 2 back in the day.Guys used to do crazy off roading stuff with the little broncos back Then and the stuff this new truck has been doing in testing is insane.Im trading in my gladiator after 2 great years of ownership because my lifestyle is changing and I’m getting older and I need to pamper my body a little bit more and gas prices are skyrocketing this will give me lots of off-road capability and fun without going deaf from the gladiator and broke at the gas pumps.Love your work guys keep it going
Not when you see it in person. It's more like the Ford equivalent of the Jeep Renegade. It looks to be the same size as a rav4 in person, it's actually a pretty small SUV.
it looks good and overall i dont hate it but compared to a lot of options in or near its class i dont think i would ever buy one, regardless of that sharp af cyber orange color.
Dude Paul!!! I can’t believe I just seen you in these comments!! Haha I watched Tokin Daily for years brother cheers! Hope to see you post something soon my man!
I think if we look at this as a replacement to the escape, and a comp to the Jeep Liberty, it’ll sell like hot cakes. I was surprised to not hear those comparisons in the vid
This is in the same category as CH-R's and Rav's, this looks great and some how Ford made it the best blend between something you wouldn't hate to take down a beat up forestry service road or the highway. I'm cautious of the Eco-Boost longevity everything else looks fantastic at the price.
Having better awd and clearance on forest roads or out in the desert is nice, this is just like a Subaru. Not a true off roader, but perfectly adequate for camping and exploring a bit off the beaten path. This would get you to some pretty awesome campsites that a more car like crossover would struggle with. I'm all for more competition in the 'offroady crossover' spectrum. I don't need a truck or body on frame SUV with what I like to do, but man ground clearance and awd is a must.
12:43 I think it is a Peugeot wheel and gear selector. Ford and Peugeot patterned in Europe to make the Ford Puma. It's based of the 2008 from Peugeot and some parts are shared.
In response to James his comment: Creating a mini G-wagon that looks like a G-wagon but is cheaper, would probably destroy the current G-wagon s reputation. After people buying the cheaper option, after some time the G-wagon would look so exclusive and insane as it now does, and what I think that makes the unique selling point for it. And then after some time people would realize that there is no rational reason to buy a G-wagon and sales would implode.
I like it a lot. I think its one of the best looking crossover SUVS. It does have some off road ability as well when you need it. I also like the headlights and grille and think its looks good in black.
12:00 Here in Dubai, and some other places in the middle east (but mainly Dubai) people buy Jimnys and get a full G wagon kit installed that make them genuinely look like small G wagons. Though the kit and installation costs like twice the price of the car and 3 times if you go for the full mercedes AMG interior too.
Two years into ownership and love it still. It’s a Tonka Toy and exudes off road vibe but is more than happy to chew up miles on freeways. It’s cheap and cheerful and no worse for that. This is left at our second home for months on end (connected to trickle charge) and it’s starts on a button. Last oil change was 60 dollars 👍. My everyday car in UK is a Range Rover Vogue and I don’t feel short changed for the 29,000 I paid for this….. it’s got all we need and the 3 cylinder 1.5Ltr engine is peppy enough for our needs and will happily cruise at 80mph and accommodate all our hiking gear/garden furniture and diy junk from home depot. What’s not to like people 😜
@Luke Meier Your arrogance is in your assumptions. Before, this used to be true. Fords quality has improved. F-150s are the most sold car in America. This car is perfect for someone that wants to get to where they're going without any problems, this will certainly do it. Has similar features to the 2021 4Runner TRD Offroad to get you up snowy, muddy, and sandy terrain. What is your point? lol
It reminds me of the original did escape from 2001. I had one that was awd with a locking rear diff and manual. Fun little suv, not the fasted but a blast to run hard.
I normally am depressed as can be driving a crossover. They don’t feel nice to drive (very front wheel drive) and have all the character of plain toast. However, I am currently renting one of these while my Mustang GT is getting serviced and I have to say, I am kinda a fan. I chalk it up to a few tangibles and design trickery. I absolutely agree it feels very AWD. So even tho it’s dog slow (compared yo my 10 speed performance pack 5.0 at least) it actually launches smoothly and doesn’t under steer in corners as bad as say my mothers Acura RDX. It makes it feel more substantial. Also the steering is more truck like. Combine that with the boxy styling and it tricks you into thinking you’re in a mini truck and not a crossover. Because of that, I am actually surprised how much I like this faux bronco. Probably the only crossover I’ve drive that I actually enjoy driving (because between AWD, steering and design it makes me feel like I am in a truck)
Well I was excited to see this head to head with a Cherokee trailhawk but that fake “locked axle” may have just forfeited it. It’s ridiculous that it has a axle lock button. It does have pretty decent articulation for IRS.
They can’t put a locking axle in a car like this...people would be locking it on pavement and blowing up differentials. They’d be pissed at ford even though it was their own fault.
@@GHinWI my jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is a crossover and has an actual locking rear diff. It is a very similar set up to this. Front wheel drive base, unibody, Indy front and rear suspension . You can’t lock the rear diff unless it’s in 4wd low. That’s another difference between the jeep and bronco sport. It has a transfer case with an actual low gear ratio.
IMO, the boxiness bodystyle of this Bronco looks alot sharper then any of FCAs smaller SUVs (Cherokee). Also looks like approach and departure angle in this lil bronco would also be better but would be definitely a fun comparison to watch.
@@willdembik688 the badlands has .1 inches more ground clearance than the TH. .5 degree more approach. The TH has 2.8 degrees more break over angle. The badlands has .9 degrees more departure angle than the TH. So they are pretty close.
I say put em side by side on either Throttlehouse or TFL. I'm sure that since they are rivals it'll be done several times. Until then (and even after), I'll stick with my 🌮 for dependabilty..
I drove a badlands for the weekend. It was more loaded than yours. Leather, heated leather steering wheel etc. loved it. And with the 2.0T it hauled butt!!
Really confused about them saying the drive is worse than most crossovers. I drove one myself and it was a very comfortable drive. Not truck-like at all. All reviews I've seen says the drive is decent to good.
Am I the only one that is old enough to remember the bronco 2? It’s was a smaller version on the full size bronco. My step father had one. It was unstoppable in the bush. I want a bronco sport.
When you said “we take testing very seriously” I assumed you were going to get hit by the car. Real intro was nearly as good, and probably a lot less painful, lol.
There is no way in hell you can get a badlands for 32k American I got one with only options were premium package for like $2200 iirc and the falken atw3s for like $555 and mine was 43500 but I did have to pay $3300 in tax cuz I didn't have a trade in. Got it 7/15/22 and that was with no markup but full MSRP cuz dealers are dicks. I thi k you mean the base model can be had for a starting price of $32,000. I do love mine to death got 4300 miles already but wish they had put the 2.0 in allodels like they were initially saying I can't believe any one makes. 3 cylinder I drove one and at idle it looked like it was gonna shake it self apart I would say they will definitely need motor mounts way too soon. The AWD system is great and the Badlands system is amazing I have a full size on order but I'll probably just keep my sport cuz it does all the off-roading I need if not more and I get 23-27 mpg average with about 70% highway and it's plenty fast and. Totally comfortable doing 90 mph and do you really need more in a CUV and I thi k it's drives great for it's ability and the hood makes it feel like a real truck and the seats are great and if you get the leather it's so nice just wish I could get cooled seats no complaints but the engine bay sucks terribly for working on. Took me 3 hours to get the I take off to do a catch can. And it's not a true locker but it's just about as good. It's not using the brakes the lower models do that the Badlands uses a twin disk clutch that allows just a bit of slippage in the most rugged off-roading . Just hope they last since this is the first car to use them so far.
James' helmet absolutely golf-balling off that i8 gets me every time 😂
McLaren? That's a BMW I8 lmao.
Whoops my b lol
My favourite part of the intro as well
@@brandongunner7664 then edited your comment and make it right
Same.
“Ford has released a new bronco, and this isn’t it”
“Be honest with yourself, how much off-roading are you really gonna do”
Words of truth
True, I hate how SUV commercials show them going off-road yet literally ducking nobody takes them off-road it’s all miserable soccer moms who buy these soulless SUVs.
@@tony_5156 All that damn plastic surrounding the car! They don’t want people to take it off-road.
damn its almost as if this is the sport version, look at the other broncos doing real bronco things at moab
@@tony_5156 i have taken my audi q7 offroading many times and it does amazingly in mud and water even... cars arent that delicate, use them. Also this takes you, who used the word literally improperly, as me, one person doing the thing you said no one does, a untrue point.
If they will reach on European market i reckon they will sell a bunch of these cool small SUV which fit perfectly here for fun weekends outdoors activities : fishing, grill, kayak.. etc..
TOWING CAPACITY: Thomas
Towing capacity: Thomas and James.
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The thing I love so much about Throttle House that sets them apart from every other vehicle review channel is that every time they review a vehicle, it's like they're regular people who have never before experienced the "latest and greatest" in vehicle technology and trends. Like, they're so animated and genuinely joyful about the smallest things that a normal person would absolutely get excited about too.
Freaking love these guys' videos.
Rather than jaded and increasingly losing perspective like some OTHER Canadian TH-cam car channel duo who seem personally offended that not all cars have 500+ hp...
Thomas: (looks in mirror) I feel fat, James. Give me a compliment.
James: Your eyesight is damn near perfect. 😄
@@hamdaanahmed2006 I wasn't quoting... it didn't actually happen.
@@hamdaanahmed2006 it is originally a joke about a husband and a wife
Thomas: You dirty dog!
@@BeholdPontiusPilate exactly. 😄 He's also a professor at the University of Science.
@@StuPedassol wait what?! Thomas is a science professor?
Some girl walked by a Bronco Sport parked next to me and said "oh look the new bronco!" So yes, it seems people look at the sport and think it's the actual bronco.
I mean... It is the new Bronco...
@@mrlaforgephysics haha yep!
@Mctrician2 so as long as it appeals to one woman you're out? Is it the coodies? 😂
Well....it does say "Bronco" on it.
@Mctrician2 you wouldn't want a g wagon if you could get one ? Or a range rover? (More realistic) ? Lol shit I would
This channel never ceases to amaze me in terms of production, editing quality. Best auto channel, hands down.
@@PianoBlackTrimRep. Different Style
You have to watch Anna on Roads... the production is like watching a James Bond movie.
You are obviously sheltered, they might make the top ten. Might.
@@norsevikingsir4932 they are pretty good. They make it sound like two guys talking about cars, not really reviewing it. I think they are up there for what they do, but certainly not the best. Maybe the most fun. Maybe.
They are great and are my second favorite, but the production quality and tech info of Savagegeese is second to none.
It's a better Ford Escape that's for sure
Can't wait to rent one at my local Enterprise
hopefully will be renting one this March for a week test drive.....really like the way it looks
Yea but you won't get this one with that fancy package which sounds like a must have. Your gonna get a base model or maybe 2nd level model with the 3-cylinder and for that Interior and rough ride? Meh.
@@b.c.d.9543 The mustang suv is coming this summer too
@@marioiacolucci the mach-e its electric.
@@douglasjohnson5568 I know
"Blowmosapiens"
Professor James has spoken
I was laughing on the floor on that one😂
Sounds like a COD Troll name 😂
...And then his self-deprecating “sorry” with a grin 😆
I am happy that you guys acknowledged that 1) the dash is meant to be easily cleaned and 2) that the Badlands package addresses some of your concerns. The Badlands package is basically a must-have if you're going to get a Badlands model. I was hoping to find out a bit more about the room in the back seat. Finding out the NVH in the Bronco Sport isn't good is disappointing
I just experienced a moment of delight when I saw the notification for this video. I just know it´s high quality, entertaining content. Now I´m gonna enjoy this awesome review.
Who else eagerly looks forward to “And I’m James”.
Only since they took away "messing about"
I'm feverly looking forward to Dying Light 2. Can't wait to roam this game's world.
I do 😂
I keep expecting them to say “I’m Jacob. And I’m Yuri!”, but they never do
I actually like the baby Bronco, I want to see more video of them off-roading.
You know, I get Suzuki Jimny vibes from the baby Bronco, differences in body-on-frame vs unibody chassis aside.
@@christopherye4146 then buy a Jimmy instead cus its good off road and well built... this wont be sadly
@@LafemmebearMusic lol. I live in the US, so that means no to that (not a new one anyway) :(. What I meant by "Jimny vibes" is that US consumers are gonna go crazy for Bronco Sport, like they would have for the Jimny in the 1980's.
I wish they would import the new Jimny here to North America! The thing looks awesome and isn’t n oversized chunk of plastic like the new bronco will be. Ah well in 15 years I will be able to get one (I believe here in Canada we can import vehicles from overseas if they are 15 years old - correct ne if I’m wrong).
I'm from the UK, so the Bronco name doesn't come with any historical baggage or preconceived notions of what a Bronco should or shouldn't be. Judged purely as a car in its own right, I love this thing. It looks really cool, and for most of the people who will buy one, that's the most important thing. It may not have true off road credibility, but it looks like it does, and that will make owners feel like they have something a bit special as they drive to work, do the school run, and go for the groceries. And for that, I commend the Bronco Sport. It's a feel good car, which is the very best kind of car you can get.
The fact there was a Bronco II makes this more accepted imo. I like it honestly! Especially at a sub 40k price tag US...
I agree, I immediately thought of the Bronco II when they were discussing the nomenclature.
This was definitely targeting the Bronco II. it wasn't the best SUV back in the 80's but was anything American made really? I think this justifies its existence way more than slapping a mustang on an EV. No hate for EV's, we definitely need them, but I understand the salt tied to the Mach-E at least.
Exactly. I wish they had named it the Bronco II. It would be perfect.
Agreed there were so many bronco IIs running around up here in northern VT back in the day, these new sports are going to sell like hot cakes for the same damn reason. I have no issue with this small bronco at all, just an issue with so many people thinking it's the actual bronco like do some damn research!
@@nathanking8396 well, they decided "Sport" is more suitable since "II" meant it was replacing the first in production, but not in essence
This is probably the most fair review of the Bronco sport. For 40K, I have to admit I like it.
2:50
“Blow-mo-sapiens??” 🤣🤣🤣👌🏾
Me 🥺
Personally, I would recommend the bronco sport to people who have an active lifestyle but want a good daily driver, and, I like it
I'll update you here-I bought one. It is the best of every mid-size SUV, and allows me to go trail riding over fairly challenging terrain when my wife and I go camping in the Ozarks, and even when we went on a 9-day camping trip through the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley
It gets good gas mileage and it's a lot faster than it has any need to be
It looks great, and is absurdly comfortable over any massive road bumps
Love mine, and I would recommend it in the exact same way
However, I feel like anything less than the Badlands isn't really worth buying
Thomas: i gained a few pounds recently
James: This gives me an idea
That side-stitch phone pocket is an absolute mandatory feature for super cars now that I’ve seen it, absolutely a fun little niche
Thomas is the new S.I. unit for towing
"Yo how many Thomas's can that new F150 tow?"
"Thomas with a heavy lunch"
Is that a fed Thomas or a hungry Thomas?
“Thomases”.
I bought one 2 months ago (Big Bend) and I love it. No regrets whatsoever. I added some patriotic decals to it, factory textured bug deflector, and it’s a total head turner. I get stopped all the time and asked about it. I tell people right away it’s the Sport version. And trust me, it’s different than a Ford Escape...wayyyyy better vehicle.
What is your mpg? What is your monthly payment? They dealership is trying to trip me off I think
The intro ! 😂 never fails to make me Laugh 😂. And while ppl in Carwow including me r asking mat vs yianni to a running race, James and Thomas should do a track test, roll race, 100m and 400m and 800m running race...
Yeah
Yeah carwow army
It would be a better match for sure
Throttle House reviews are always a treat to watch. I'd love to see their review on the big bronco in the near future.
You guys never fail to impress with the intro!👌👌😂
i bought the bronco big bend about 4 months ago….LOVE IT. you hit it right on the nose “how much off roading will you actually be doing?” i’m a 23 year old grad student, i’m not doing it, and this is still my favorite vehicle i have ever had.
Practical version for practical people that don't need oversized tires for off roading every weekend and still more than capable to get you where you want. I love my OuterBanks
I respect how honest you guys were. Many other you tubers reviewing this wouldn't say anything critical of it.
Throttle House is by far my favorite channel on TH-cam
"With great practicality comes great visibility"
-Thomas 2021
We got some comedians over here
“I’m very good at MS Paint” LOL.
I wanted to buy a Badlands, but Ford was such a pain to deal with. From finding one to test drive (only one dealer let me drive one), to offering $5k below market for my trade-in, to one dealer giving me the hard sell on an Escape as they didn't have a Bronco to sell.
The actual Bronco Sport was kind of good looking, felt less like a crossover and had some go with that 2.0L.
I ended up walking into a Toyota dealership, got a great trade-in price bought a RAV4 hybrid and no annoying sales pitch or having to speak to the manager before I could leave.
Saw one last night on the highway...I thought it was a little Land Rover!
Built to last (4 years). “I can hear the oxygenation” :)
Frame oxydation, headlight condensation.. I' d consider getting a Bronco Badlands or Expolorer ST but for the build quality. Until Ford, Chevy, Dodge catch up to Subaru and Toyota build quality I own Japanese.
Good enough for lease
@@greatersoul Made in Hermosillo, Mexico..... Junk, cheaply made, cheap black plastic interior and steering wheel and 13 minutes 02 seconds in the video you can see they are averaging 19.9L/100Km, a Real pig on gas.... these Ford Ecoboost engines are real pigs on gas and if you get 160K kms without it blowing up you're lucky
@@njnikusha yeah, I'd just lease it and just get a new one every 2 years
*Oxidation
To the one person that’ll read this: *you’re nice and awesome stay safe*
No, YOU'RE nice and awesome!
Me me nice? Thank you. You stay safe as well!
I like how he chuckled when he said "So, we do have Goat modes..."
I honestly wonder how this would compare to a 1st gen Escape off-road.
I’d watch this
A lot better, because it has a locking differential.
@@zackmeuth no it just has a clutch pack that can act like one but isn't a true locker. it still has the same basic AWD system from the current gen Escape though. The 1st gen Escape had it's AWD system designed by Dana and could send 100% of power to the rear if needed, or lock at 50/50 split.
@@tylerhumpfer2493 youre right. I wanted to get a 1st gen with the diff lock button but their almost non existent. Either rusted out or mechanical issues. I just got a KJ Liberty. No rust, runs 100, 4x4 works Hi and Lo, no leaks, no burning and lady driven. I lucked out!
This has to be one of the best entertaining down to earth car review channel to watch hands down
Great stuff! Your review makes me want a Bronco Sport now. Also, Eastgate is a great dealer in my opinion. They feel like they’re operated by car enthusiasts. They also hosted a couple of Cars and Coffees before, and they also have a ton of cool stuff in their collection.
Thank you so much! I was online with the Ford Site doing the specs to order one in. This video talked me out of it... I do appreciate that. Very good and thorough review.
Every time Thomas goes: “yeah it’s uh...” just know the car is average. 7:11
The tone of "its uh... Nothing special"
A handy-sized, very capable, good-looking, clever, affordable everyday family vehicle. Just maybe...it's its own thing that - get ready for it - solves some real problems. Something a lot of people will opt for instead of the more expensive and harder-core Bronco. And feel really good about it. Thanks for a great review! Love the drag race at the end!
As long as it gets me to deer camp in the back woods I'm happy
Guys it’s really a new version of the old bronco 2 back in the day.Guys used to do crazy off roading stuff with the little broncos back Then and the stuff this new truck has been doing in testing is insane.Im trading in my gladiator after 2 great years of ownership because my lifestyle is changing and I’m getting older and I need to pamper my body a little bit more and gas prices are skyrocketing this will give me lots of off-road capability and fun without going deaf from the gladiator and broke at the gas pumps.Love your work guys keep it going
Not to be a “captain obvious”, but does anyone else think the new Bronco Sport looks a lot like a 2011 and older Escape??
It's all relative
Looks like a jeep renegade to me🤮
Yeah, my theory has been that they softened up the Escape to make room for this car
i was thinking with the slanted window thing on the back kinda like a 05 chevy blazer .
Not when you see it in person. It's more like the Ford equivalent of the Jeep Renegade. It looks to be the same size as a rav4 in person, it's actually a pretty small SUV.
I literally get 20 seconds in an have to pause the video to hit the like button almost every time on this channel. You guys are the best!
You didn't mention the rear liftgate glass flips open separately...that's a great feature!
The ONLY feature of this car.
it looks good and overall i dont hate it but compared to a lot of options in or near its class i dont think i would ever buy one, regardless of that sharp af cyber orange color.
Dude Paul!!! I can’t believe I just seen you in these comments!! Haha I watched Tokin Daily for years brother cheers! Hope to see you post something soon my man!
I think if we look at this as a replacement to the escape, and a comp to the Jeep Liberty, it’ll sell like hot cakes. I was surprised to not hear those comparisons in the vid
It's better looking than anything in its class, what are you talking about?
Cheers Paul! Not for everyone but I love mine!
This is in the same category as CH-R's and Rav's, this looks great and some how Ford made it the best blend between something you wouldn't hate to take down a beat up forestry service road or the highway. I'm cautious of the Eco-Boost longevity everything else looks fantastic at the price.
This seems like a good option if you are coming from a forester or something
If you come from a Forester you should stay with another Subaru. A Ford would be disappointing in the long run.
My forester sport blows this away in terms of quality for the same price.
A forester isnt a match for a bronco the forester is alot better...
You guys killed it with the cinematography. Excellent review 👌🏼
Fun fact: Every car has a bottle opener on the door striker
Lol what
Love the rotary dial for the transmission. I just ordered a fully loaded badlands Area 51 bronco. Can’t wait to get it
Towing capacity: Thomas
almost spat out the coffee i was drinking🤣🤣
one of your best intros lol
When the kings of cars retire, you Thomas and James, will fill their shoes in nicely. Metaphorically. Not literally.
Having better awd and clearance on forest roads or out in the desert is nice, this is just like a Subaru. Not a true off roader, but perfectly adequate for camping and exploring a bit off the beaten path. This would get you to some pretty awesome campsites that a more car like crossover would struggle with. I'm all for more competition in the 'offroady crossover' spectrum. I don't need a truck or body on frame SUV with what I like to do, but man ground clearance and awd is a must.
Super fair review!!! Thanks for telling it real guys and not holding back!
The B&O in it actually sounds fantastic. Had one for two weeks back in early January!
Really looking forward to you guys getting the full size bronco
Ford Escape with off-road things. Finally a good explanation.
I appreciate that I recognize every single road you guys drive on
I've had this car for 2 weeks, absolutely love everything about it!
You love cheap plastic and a lot of noise? I'm sorry for you.
@@R4M_Tommy I'm feel sorry for you. You must have had a lot of negativity in your life when you posted that.
I love this channel so much they took the basic idea of old top gear and made it their own and it’s dope
We test drove one of the 4 cylinder ones, and this thing is shockingly fast. Even at highway speeds it’ll throw you back if you hit it.
I’d say receiving a winch would definitely be a pretty sweet Christmas present.
12:43 I think it is a Peugeot wheel and gear selector. Ford and Peugeot patterned in Europe to make the Ford Puma. It's based of the 2008 from Peugeot and some parts are shared.
In response to James his comment: Creating a mini G-wagon that looks like a G-wagon but is cheaper, would probably destroy the current G-wagon s reputation. After people buying the cheaper option, after some time the G-wagon would look so exclusive and insane as it now does, and what I think that makes the unique selling point for it. And then after some time people would realize that there is no rational reason to buy a G-wagon and sales would implode.
I honestly think there should be an aspect of Thomas Towing in all car reviews
I like it a lot. I think its one of the best looking crossover SUVS. It does have some off road ability as well when you need it. I also like the headlights and grille and think its looks good in black.
“It feels like it isn’t luxurious. It’s not.” 😂
You guys are totally delightful! Don't ever stop. Cadillac CT6-V is still my all time favorite.
Blackwing!😅
You should really make a comparison between new and old mini r53, that'd be surprising
12:00 Here in Dubai, and some other places in the middle east (but mainly Dubai) people buy Jimnys and get a full G wagon kit installed that make them genuinely look like small G wagons. Though the kit and installation costs like twice the price of the car and 3 times if you go for the full mercedes AMG interior too.
Really reminds me of the first gen Escape.. Boxy and cute.
Two years into ownership and love it still. It’s a Tonka Toy and exudes off road vibe but is more than happy to chew up miles on freeways. It’s cheap and cheerful and no worse for that. This is left at our second home for months on end (connected to trickle charge) and it’s starts on a button. Last oil change was 60 dollars 👍. My everyday car in UK is a Range Rover Vogue and I don’t feel short changed for the 29,000 I paid for this….. it’s got all we need and the 3 cylinder 1.5Ltr engine is peppy enough for our needs and will happily cruise at 80mph and accommodate all our hiking gear/garden furniture and diy junk from home depot. What’s not to like people 😜
I have one of these! I love it!
@Luke Meier I've had mine since March. Outer Banks edition comes with all the luxurious features I could ask for.
@Luke Meier You think leases are better than owning? You're one of those....no helping you.
@Luke Meier Your arrogance is in your assumptions. Before, this used to be true. Fords quality has improved. F-150s are the most sold car in America. This car is perfect for someone that wants to get to where they're going without any problems, this will certainly do it. Has similar features to the 2021 4Runner TRD Offroad to get you up snowy, muddy, and sandy terrain. What is your point? lol
This intro is the reason you guys are the best!!
Reminds me of my old ford escape..
Well, the glass has the same part numbers. 😬😬😬
This thing is a Ford Escape.
It is fird escape they just change the looks
It reminds me of the original did escape from 2001. I had one that was awd with a locking rear diff and manual. Fun little suv, not the fasted but a blast to run hard.
Even Stevens 1.23mil subs with Straight Pipes now! Well done!
SP are cool and all, I wish them well, but TT for life.
I finally saw a bronco sport on the road and it looked like a jeep renegade and a Kia soul had a baby and not in a good way
Yeah, I don't think they're all that great looking. Little more than a style pack plopped on the underpinnings of the anemic Escape.
I saw this driving in the opposite lane yesterday and thought it was the real Bronco and was completely underwhelmed
Saddened by the lack of a true rear locker.
Close but not quite.
Still looks super cool
9:33 BECAUSE CHEVY MESSED UP THE BLAZER WORSE THAN FORD DID THE BRONCO SPORT
I normally am depressed as can be driving a crossover. They don’t feel nice to drive (very front wheel drive) and have all the character of plain toast. However, I am currently renting one of these while my Mustang GT is getting serviced and I have to say, I am kinda a fan. I chalk it up to a few tangibles and design trickery. I absolutely agree it feels very AWD. So even tho it’s dog slow (compared yo my 10 speed performance pack 5.0 at least) it actually launches smoothly and doesn’t under steer in corners as bad as say my mothers Acura RDX. It makes it feel more substantial. Also the steering is more truck like. Combine that with the boxy styling and it tricks you into thinking you’re in a mini truck and not a crossover. Because of that, I am actually surprised how much I like this faux bronco. Probably the only crossover I’ve drive that I actually enjoy driving (because between AWD, steering and design it makes me feel like I am in a truck)
Well I was excited to see this head to head with a Cherokee trailhawk but that fake “locked axle” may have just forfeited it. It’s ridiculous that it has a axle lock button. It does have pretty decent articulation for IRS.
They can’t put a locking axle in a car like this...people would be locking it on pavement and blowing up differentials. They’d be pissed at ford even though it was their own fault.
@@GHinWI my jeep Cherokee Trailhawk is a crossover and has an actual locking rear diff. It is a very similar set up to this. Front wheel drive base, unibody, Indy front and rear suspension . You can’t lock the rear diff unless it’s in 4wd low. That’s another difference between the jeep and bronco sport. It has a transfer case with an actual low gear ratio.
IMO, the boxiness bodystyle of this Bronco looks alot sharper then any of FCAs smaller SUVs (Cherokee). Also looks like approach and departure angle in this lil bronco would also be better but would be definitely a fun comparison to watch.
@@willdembik688 the badlands has .1 inches more ground clearance than the TH. .5 degree more approach. The TH has 2.8 degrees more break over angle. The badlands has .9 degrees more departure angle than the TH. So they are pretty close.
I say put em side by side on either Throttlehouse or TFL. I'm sure that since they are rivals it'll be done several times. Until then (and even after), I'll stick with my 🌮 for dependabilty..
This is just right for my needs a daily driver & some outdoor picnic with younger grandkids on weekends
I will buy James’ Baby G Wagen in a heartbeat.
I drove a badlands for the weekend. It was more loaded than yours. Leather, heated leather steering wheel etc. loved it. And with the 2.0T it hauled butt!!
It’s nice but I will wait for the actual 2021 body on frame bronco to come out
There all sold already for 2021 and already holding for 2022...😂 Good luck
This is gonna be more interesting
Happiness is... "You're watching Throttle House..." 🔥❤️
"Unless [...] you feel that a winch is a brilliant christmas present."
I feel attacked.
Really confused about them saying the drive is worse than most crossovers. I drove one myself and it was a very comfortable drive. Not truck-like at all. All reviews I've seen says the drive is decent to good.
The three-cylinder engine in most of the lower trims is simply unacceptable
And horrible in noise, vibration and power
Ford’s 3-cylinders are brilliant though
Which one is it - horrible or brilliant??
U tried it? The only 3cyl I tried was in a newer Mini and that was a perfect fit. Had some of that cool straight 6 warble v the 4 banger
@@MohamedAli965 I don't know man, new car I think it was fine, but it causes noticeable vibration at idle when the ages come up.
I think this is the best subcompact SUV for sale today. In the world of Toyota C-HRs, this is refreshing.
Loved the ending....🤣🤣🤣
Am I the only one that is old enough to remember the bronco 2? It’s was a smaller version on the full size bronco. My step father had one. It was unstoppable in the bush. I want a bronco sport.
When you said “we take testing very seriously” I assumed you were going to get hit by the car. Real intro was nearly as good, and probably a lot less painful, lol.
the more I watch your videos and see the B-roll, the more I feel like you guys could easily make a really good vehicle commercial
Had me with the GOAT joke lol 15:22
Fast forward a year later - you can get it fully loaded for $50,000 Canadian. Not so small price anymore.
There is no way in hell you can get a badlands for 32k American I got one with only options were premium package for like $2200 iirc and the falken atw3s for like $555 and mine was 43500 but I did have to pay $3300 in tax cuz I didn't have a trade in. Got it 7/15/22 and that was with no markup but full MSRP cuz dealers are dicks. I thi k you mean the base model can be had for a starting price of $32,000. I do love mine to death got 4300 miles already but wish they had put the 2.0 in allodels like they were initially saying I can't believe any one makes. 3 cylinder I drove one and at idle it looked like it was gonna shake it self apart I would say they will definitely need motor mounts way too soon. The AWD system is great and the Badlands system is amazing I have a full size on order but I'll probably just keep my sport cuz it does all the off-roading I need if not more and I get 23-27 mpg average with about 70% highway and it's plenty fast and. Totally comfortable doing 90 mph and do you really need more in a CUV and I thi k it's drives great for it's ability and the hood makes it feel like a real truck and the seats are great and if you get the leather it's so nice just wish I could get cooled seats no complaints but the engine bay sucks terribly for working on. Took me 3 hours to get the I take off to do a catch can. And it's not a true locker but it's just about as good. It's not using the brakes the lower models do that the Badlands uses a twin disk clutch that allows just a bit of slippage in the most rugged off-roading . Just hope they last since this is the first car to use them so far.
I just test drove one today, the 2.0 engine is fun to drive, can't wait to drive the Real Bronco