I realize this is a complete apples and oranges question, but have any of you driven the new Bronco and if so what are your thoughts compared to your 200? I know reliability is a likely trade off, but they do seem pretty fun!
Comparison Thoughts for those who have driven the new Bronco? (1 Viewer)
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I recently sat in a new 2022 Bronco and was not impressed with the quality of the interior. It has plenty of new tech and features but the quality and feel of the plastics was disappointing , felt well below the quality of the 5th gen 4 runner. With a sticker price in the $60,000 I expected more but in the end it’s a Ford and felt about right for Ford interior quality.
I haven't driven one yet, but looking at them, there's definitely going to be a big interior/cargo space discrepancy. More similar in size to a jeep than a 200.
I do REALLY like both ecoboost engines on paper. Good mpgs, good power, small packaging. I've even been toying with the idea of a 2.3 ecoboost crate motor in the 80
I do REALLY like both ecoboost engines on paper. Good mpgs, good power, small packaging. I've even been toying with the idea of a 2.3 ecoboost crate motor in the 80
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It would be a different type of vehicle for sure when compared to the 200I haven't driven one yet, but looking at them, there's definitely going to be a big interior/cargo space discrepancy. More similar in size to a jeep than a 200.
I do REALLY like both ecoboost engines on paper. Good mpgs, good power, small packaging. I've even been toying with the idea of a 2.3 ecoboost crate motor in the 80
The four door models are about the same size as an 80 series, but not quite as heavy. You can also get 35s and twin lockers from the factory, so it should be more capable than a 200 stock for stock, but the build quality will be lacking comparison.
I haven’t driven one but plan to buy one, though not until the first year issues are worked out.
I consider them a wrangler competitor except with better road manners due to IFS and better safety due to side curtain airbags….base model is like 28,000 dollars.
Not really a land cruiser competitor IMO. Though, they, surprisingly, have better rear seat legroom than the 200.
I consider them a wrangler competitor except with better road manners due to IFS and better safety due to side curtain airbags….base model is like 28,000 dollars.
Not really a land cruiser competitor IMO. Though, they, surprisingly, have better rear seat legroom than the 200.
I like all cars and gotta give credit to Ford for the Bronco.
Coming from a 200-series, it really wouldn't be for me. It's just so overbuilt and exudes quality in a way no Ford product will measure up to. Conversely, the Bronco is obviously built to a different price point, interior, and everywhere. The number of steering rack failures on it speaks to how much durability and quality there is in the design.
Don't get me wrong, would be fun to take someone else's Bronco or rental to beat on. Just not for me as I've tasted what a truly fine car is.
Coming from a 200-series, it really wouldn't be for me. It's just so overbuilt and exudes quality in a way no Ford product will measure up to. Conversely, the Bronco is obviously built to a different price point, interior, and everywhere. The number of steering rack failures on it speaks to how much durability and quality there is in the design.
Don't get me wrong, would be fun to take someone else's Bronco or rental to beat on. Just not for me as I've tasted what a truly fine car is.
Sorry to say and clearly in my opinion, folk who post Defender or Bronco test drive or comparison stories to the Land Cruiser or complain it does not drive like a X7 or GLS 450 miss the point of the LC and probably should not have bought one in the first place. Oh well, good news is that they can sell for high $$$ and move on.
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I test drove one of the demos last year and the interior is very disappointing from a textiles standpoint, everything tangible felt cheap. It’s definitely more of a direct competitor to the Jeep Wrangler so while it might be more capable in some respects to the Cruiser, it isn’t really a competitor nor should it be considered as such.
I am not opposed to getting one in the future but it certainly won’t be a year one or two model nor would I purchase one prior to seeing the new GX/4Runner first.
I am not opposed to getting one in the future but it certainly won’t be a year one or two model nor would I purchase one prior to seeing the new GX/4Runner first.
I haven't driven one yet, but looking at them, there's definitely going to be a big interior/cargo space discrepancy. More similar in size to a jeep than a 200.
I do REALLY like both ecoboost engines on paper. Good mpgs, good power, small packaging. I've even been toying with the idea of a 2.3 ecoboost crate motor in the 80
The 2.3 in the bronco is under powered and actually gets worse hwy than city mpg's. I can't imagine one in a land cruiser.
I know this is LC/LX forum so the replies should be biased.
Yes, I test drove multiple times and already placed an actual order at last summer.
It's a lot nicer than many suggested but no where near the quality of LC/LX.
You also have to consider its considerable price difference and built purpose.
My LX will be for our long distance comfortable overlanding trips and new Bronco Badlands will be for the rock crawling, serious off road use.
One thing to note... it's very small even with 4 doors.
Yes, I test drove multiple times and already placed an actual order at last summer.
It's a lot nicer than many suggested but no where near the quality of LC/LX.
You also have to consider its considerable price difference and built purpose.
My LX will be for our long distance comfortable overlanding trips and new Bronco Badlands will be for the rock crawling, serious off road use.
One thing to note... it's very small even with 4 doors.
Intercooler, downpipe and a good tune = 320hp, close to 400tq at the wheels from 2k rpm, plenty more available with bolt-ons and more tuning. Sounds pretty swell to me. Not great for a heavy build, but my 80 doesn't weigh much more than stock.
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I'm just stating real world experience in a rig that's similar in size and weight. The 2.3 in the bronco routinely is called under powered and isn't recommended. I've driven a few a 2.3 rangers with the same thoughts. I'm a huge Ecoboost fan, but if you're trying to do an engine swap better options exist.
The Ecoboost engines need to be in boost to make any power and then fuel mileage tanks considerably
Going to give them a year or two or three. Let these "market adjustments" and new vehicle bugs work themselves out before forming an opinion.
For a more apples to apples comparo, how does the new Bronco compare to a 39+ year old FJ40 as a daily driver?
Correct HP per lb. makes a difference. Jeep can drop a 392 in the Jeep and the Bronco put 2.3 and 2.7 engines in there.
I do like Bronco's I used to have a 68 and a 96.
