2023 Ford Bronco Buyers Guide
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- Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024
- Are you Bronco shopping? In this video we take a deep-deep dive into Ford's most off-road capable SUV and break down the trims, the engines , and help you decide which Bronco you should be bucking for.
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I’ve watched quite a few Bronco buyer’s guide videos, and without a doubt this is the best I’ve seen. Very informative and helpful. Thank you Alex, your videos are always excellent.
My wife wanted to look at new vehicles a couple months ago (she has a 17 ford edge). We were looking at newer explorers and edges! I noticed our local dealer had a Hot chili pepper red Bronco on the side. I told my wife I wanted to drive one because I heard from many people said they drive really nice, She wasn’t keen on the idea but went along with it. I drove it first and was amazed on how much better it felt to drive than our 17 edge! My wife said she did like the interior and it wasn’t that much smaller than the edge she has. I drove about 4 miles and then let her drive it back…within 2 miles she turned and said “I hate you” (and smiled) “ I really like this”. It was the Sasquatch package but it had a 4 cyl…..I really wanted the 2.7. ……so we waited. The dealer did buy our 17 edge outright tho. We had a Narrow package we both were happy with: needed to have the 2.7 , hard top , 4 door , leather or Marine vinyl…and a couple different colors we both liked. Very hard to find package! About a month later we found a 23 bronco in Azure grey with all the features we wanted except the leather….She absolutely loves the truck and said she’s never been excited to drive a vehicle every time she gets in it! She even wants to name it😅
2.7 is tbh best
As a wrangler owner that lives in the city with no garage, i think that one important factor that i did not hear you mention, that gives the Bronco an edge up, is that in addition to the mirrors being attached to the frame, the doors themselves have no window frames. The ability to take the doors off and throw them in the storage bags which fit in the cargo area is a huge benefit for city dwellers with no place to store the doors.
Great addition chris! Thanks for that
really appreciate the length comparisons. They are so important for us people who live in the city
I own a '23 Wildtrak 4-door hard top that will never see a rock trail (I might take it out into the desert). I love the look and the ability to get me through just about anything thrown my way. It's a smooth daily driver that feels like a truck, SUV, and convertible Mustang all in one vehicle. There is no wind noise and very little tire noise. The only real mod I am planning is a Best Top Sunrider for hard top. I had one on my Wrangler and loved it.
Those roads get rough
Alex, you are clearly the best in the business with your reviews. You are the “Go to “ for many of us when choosing a vehicle, keep it up 👍🏻
Tell me why I spent hours last night figuring out what bronco is best, only to wake up and find this and you reaffirmed my feelings/points!!! Thank you!
Also IF ONLY IT HAD A PLUG LIKE THE WRANGLER!!!
One important note: The 2-door has a significantly smaller fuel tank. 16 gallons vs 20 gallons. So if you get the big tires and/or tow with a 2-door, you’re not going to go very far.
20 gal tank is available in some trims in the two dr bronco. I have one with the 20 gal tank. But it’s still small
@@tgland02494
Which trim do you have?
I’ve watched a ton of videos on the Bronco these last few years and this one was far and away the best. You got a new subscriber, Alex. Appreciate the hard work!
Damn that's a good color.
Yes I agree!! Love that color!!
Omg. I loveeeee you Alex 😂. I literally was just watching vids on here and configuring trims then I see you uploaded this. You are the man!!!
A very good guide with a very good info in it ! I dare to say one of the best iv'e watched so far and i watched a lot.
Once again best vehicle reviewer hands down.
Awesome choice and fantastic message. In all my years of fishkeeping, one of my most beloved was a rosy red minnow. She lived for many years and I will never forget her ❤
I so love my 23 black diamond bronco ❤
I wanted a bronco but unfortunately they are hard to come by, and if you do find one they want well above MSRP. I decided to go ahead and buy a wrangler. With that being said I will buy a Bronco in a few after prices and demand falls
Wrangler is an amazing vehicle and IMHO more capable and unique. I'm doing the same and buying in a few years when the hype settles down. Or I may get the new 4Runner and skip FoundOnRoadDead (FORD)
If you had a chance to buy a 2 door 7speed outer banks knowing that Ford after 2023 will no longer make the 7 speed manual... And you can get in at MSRP. 49665, would you take that deal?.
My order after 2 years is finally done but I just did a big move and just got into this great union job, that being said financials isn't good....but I could wing it ...
What would you do ??
Amazing review and explanations of the Bronco trim options!!
Thank you, Alex - Thank You! I'm in the Pacific Northwest and it's looking like a balance between a price deal versus availability. For now waiting seems to be a better option.
Just put deposit on a 4dr outer banks. Some dealers in Michigan don’t have markup and even don’t have add ons
This was thorough and informative. I have on order the Ford Bronco 4-door Big Bend with hard top with sound insulation, remote start, dual climate controlled seats, LED lights and the Sasquatch package. Car is going into production June 1st. Needless to say, I'm on pins and needles!
When did you place your order?
@@sarahrose1122 So I sold my C7 Corvette to its original owner and he gave me his Ford Bronco build. I believe the order was placed early in 2023. The car is now built and being shipped to the dealer. So I should receive it in the next couple of weeks.
@@timspaid2187 Thanks for the response. I’m just curious because it’s hard to figure out lead times for new orders. A lot of the forums I’ve been reading seem to be from 2021 and 2022. I just placed my order a few days ago. I was told by the dealership 5 to 6 months, but if I don’t receive it by the end of the year essentially my order gets canceled and I have to start a new order for 2024. I anticipate there will be delays, so we’ll see. When I initially inquired in February before the order banks had opened, I think the lead time at that point was a year to a year and a half, but I know that depends on options. I’m remaining optimistic but won’t hold my breath.
@@sarahrose1122 The order tracking site says the order was placed on 3/27/2023. It says it was built in just two days and shipped 6/4/2023. And although they can build a car in two days, they are showing estimated delivery of 7/4 - 7/17. I guess that is pretty darn good giving how long many have had to wait. One other little tidbit I've heard about (operative word "heard") is on July 15th, they are going to start on 2024 builds and that all builds will have the marine vinyl interior and plastic floors with drain plugs.
I prefer the proportions and overall looks of the 2-door over the 4-door for the new Bronco. I just wish they would've optioned it with a column-mounted gear selector, but at least it isn't stuck with that horrendous rotary knob.
Super nice, too bad dealership markups has turned a neat vehicle into a hard pass
I have the 23 big bend and I can say it so fun to drive, and like you said it’s hard to get the one you want so I settled with the big bend and to be honest I love it
do you have a sas or non-sas big bend? I was considering going BB SAS but I just don't think the extra 6 grand is worth it for me
@@dagothodros641 I was going to go Sasquatch but the wait time was to long, so instead I just made some up grades put mud tires on, rock sliders and a couple other minor things, if you don’t plan on doing crazy off-roading 6,000 can get you plenty of upgrades, I also went 4 door with the soft top
I have a 2021 4 door with 2.7, lux package, tow hitch, Sasquatch Badlands in Race Red. I also have a 2022 2 door eruption green base with the 2.3 automatic and l love them both same!!😊
Which engine do you prefer, and what size tires and gears are you running on each vehicle?
@@albundy6284 hi Mr. Bundy! I prefer to drive the 2 door base. The 2.3 engine is amazing for that trim. I think tire size is 31. I also love the 2.7 on the 4 door. Enough power to have fun, but with the 35” tires I wouldn’t want to have a 2.3 on it. In my opinion if u don’t need a 4 door, the 2 door with the 2.3 is the way to go! I’m getting 30 mpg on it as swell as long as cruise with it.
Ford was smart to give the Bronco so much in customizations, paint options, interior options, etc. Some of that may explain the serious delays in production.
Overall though, the Bronco is a great addition to the enthusiasts community. But I have to admit I'm very curious on the updates of the 2024 JL. The full-floating rear axle is certainly welcome for those of us that run 37s or larger. It also has a larger screen, retuned suspension, POWER SEATSSS(😂😂), and cheaper availability of the 4Xe in addition to retaining the Ecodiesel, Pentastar, and 6.4 Hemi.
Drive BOTH. The Bronco drives so much nicer . That sealed deal for me plus Gen2 proven powertrains.
That's not smart though. It's too many options to figure out, it confuses the customer, makes the vehicle more expensive to produce, and creates the production delays that you mentioned
Has anyone purchased a bronco without a 10-15k markup? All dealers near me are gouging the price severely
I ordered an Everglades at sticker price. I ordered it in October 2023 and got it in March 2024. So just order one at sticker prices
I ordered one in January 2022 and will be picking it up next week.
This is by far the BEST car review.
You did a awesome job on this review
I just wanted the New Heritage model but couldn't find it without large Ford mark-ups. So good luck.
Good review, unfortunately the Everglades model here has been discontinued. Also, the Bronco models with Sasquatch have 11.5" of ground clearance. I love my 2 door Eruption Green Base Sasquatch, it rips!
OK I got the 2 door 2.7L Wildtrack. Coming from Mini Cooper it was a bit of adjustment LOL. So here are some of my comments. In the winter storm was a blast to drive. Roof Rack. Don't bother buying factory. It seems like a great deal but till you discover its weight limitations. Front driver cluster. I find it weird. If you have digital speedometer in front the analog seems useless. My eyes never go to analog. I would love the one in Raptor. I bought after market rails with a step. It helps great deal to plunk my ass on the seat. Mud flaps. Especially in the front you will get some spray and damage to paint is possible. My Wildtrack came with carpet and sound detaining so it is fairly quiet. If you are particular it's worth the wait. Good luck boys.
a year later hows it holding up? im looking at a used 2023 wildtrack right now
@@KennyHamilton-kf4vb It runs great. I did a trip across US through the national parks and had a blast.
@@Ekowal1965 you're a legend, thanks for the response
Got the exact 2dr last year cept manual consistant over 23 mpg city/hwy regular fuel. Took less than 6 months to order, build and at the dealership back then. Lots of off road with the factory Dulers. I find Low range throttle is very touchy. No snow over the winter this year😢. Still working on the RV flat tow setup on this well refined Swiss Army knife of 4x4s. Enjoy your ride.
Excellent info in short time. Thanks
Great review. Best one I have watched. We special ordered an Everglades model and added the towing package, dual tops, tube doors and entry steps. Out the door, and after a 9-month wait, we paid $60,790. The dealer we chose, Bozard Ford, did not choose to add the markup because of demand (a big plus for them and us). Also, the Everglades gave us the most standard features (which were options on other models) and it is best suited to our driving habits and intended uses. If we did not add the options, then we would have been able to buy the Everglades for $56,580. Having it now for the past 2 months, we finds it to be very capable for off-road driving and regular use. The Trail Control feature is great. It is basically eliminates the need to "two foot" the gas and the brake, and serves as cruise control while off-roading, where you can control the speed in 4-Low between 1 - 10 MPH in one half mile per hour increments. Great to use while driving in sand, mud or on loose trails. The only issue we have found is interior lighting. We wish Ford placed stronger interior lights in the vehicle. Happy trails y'all.
I was considering the Bronco but I’m so glad I kept my 4runner. Great video tho
Badlands Non Sas 2.3 with High Pack seems to be the best value for me.
Four door Wildtrack if I have to chose. I'll wait for the new 4runner
I'm in search of an off road vehicle that would double as my hunting rig. I'm really not sure. I deer hunt, I'm reallt not sure what to choose
I would order a Bronco plug in hybrid if they have one…perfect solution to cover the errands and shirt around town trips using battery power and then the gas engine for road trips….at least until a full electric bronco shows up.
They have made so few they are outrageously priced
Very informative,..thankyou for this awesome video!
I’ve got a Black Diamond which is literally all blacked out and Couldn’t love it more.
Me too. Did you go Sasquatch or running the black steel wheels?
@@captainkill21 I got the upgraded black gloss ones 2 door bronco iconic silver
You’re right about availability I really wanted the black diamond had to take the outer banks but on the flipside, I got it with the locking differential overhead switches with the 360 camera and turn assist we spend the majority of our time Boondocking some people call it over landing it is fantastic…. to say it’s a little bit comfortable is an understatement I’m 6’4” and my back and legs don’t cramp up like are JL 4 door did I run Toyo open country AT3 34” without any issues at all no modifications can’t say that for the wrangler with 33s it was wondering ….on long trips it was a pain …. just my opinion.
I love the, “ I want you to pay $50-$60,000 for a vehicle and not get exactly what you want”. So settle for something on the lot. People are crazy.
That’s my issue, the dealer said we other vehicles if I’m open; I said nope if I’m paying big bucks imma get the one I want even if I have to wait.
I've owned/driven a '78 FJ40, an '01 TJ, a 2018 Gladiator, and a 2021 Bronco 2dr Black Diamond. They're all awesomely fun cars in their own right. I loved them all for different reasons. The Bronco has by far the best on road manners - which is sadly where i spend 99% of my time. Hard top comes off easy enough w my DIY garage lift and it's just a blast to drive. I do miss the rough and ready feel of my TJ, never worried about it getting banged up, scratched, rained in etc... More worried about ruining my expensive (to me) Bronco than I was my TJ. Aside from that, its been a fun car and does exactly what I need it to do.
Interestingly and strangely, here in the Seattle area there are a surprising number of used Broncos available. My son just picked up a Sasquatch model. He didn't disclose whether he paid above or below MSRP but he did disclose that the MPG is 17 highway, 17 city .
A lot of people don't want to disclose what they paid at the stealership because it amounts to "the salesman went in dry".
My badlands has every feature the wildtrak has minus the different suspension but I think for daily driving wildtrak is the way to go!
4xe Sahara would be my choice
Very helpful buying guide
Can someone show me a video of all these broken down Broncos you people keep talking about? Haven't seen one.
You want the swing out door because if you lift it , the swing up will hit your garage door. I'm pushing it with my Cherokee Trailhawk with just a 2 inch lift. I actually had to put a pad on my garage door and I can't put my garage door down when my hatch is up.
I mean if that will hit your garage door, then so will the swing out door
@@Superabound2 sure but not when the door is open
This guy knows more about Broncos than I will ever know anything in my life
Sad
The independent front suspension has more moving parts that can wear out whether on or off road compared to a solid axle. I prefer a solid axle on and off road. I liked the solid front axle on my 2012 Dodge Ram dually as well.
12 inch screen also comes with high package, Lux package comes adoptive cruise control
When they first came out the badlands trim started at 42k. They just keep making them more expensive witch puts the consumer in a bad spot because if they want a bronco they will have to give up a lot of the features to be able to afford it. By the time I'm ready to get one getting a new one is out of the question because even if I could afford a new one they can't build it the way I want it so I'll be looking used and if I can't find a used one with the features that are a must have for me then I guess I don't get one.
The gen2 - 2.3L GTDI seems like a great bang for the buck. 300hp ! That's plenty for 75% ppl out there. I hear it's highly tunable & very quick in the Ranger truck. I will prob order that vs 2.7L V6 now. Can't wait to get my '23 Bronco Badlands 4dr hardtop. 35in tires are PLENTY I think. -NY
Excellent presentation about broncos. Thanks!
Bro, you may want to check your numbers. You have the Tacoma has more interior room than the 4Runner. I’ve had both and can’t even sit in the back of the Tacoma. The 4Runner has plenty of space.
I could not help but notice that the Mbenz G550 was not in the comparison. Wonder why?
This is an excellent review, personally I've only test driven a Wildtrak 2-door, was really impressed with how it handles on the freeway. That said, my money is on the 2.3 and I think it's a much better vehicle than a Wrangler.
man what a difference 5 months makes; these things are sitting all over dealer lots now
I found them in our local CDJR lots too, after people traded them in for Wranglers.
Exceptional review ! Thank you !
The Bronco with the IFS is going to be easier to drive on road, but isn't so great for rock crawling. It's the exact opposite for the Wrangler with its solid front axle. BTW, only Jeep still uses solid front axles in the midsized SUV/pickup truck (Gladiator) category.
The Wildtrak with Hoss 3.0 is the one that appeals to me most. I don’t think they’re perfect. A nicer interior would be good, as well as a good PHEV option like the Jeep 4xe. Bring up the towing capacity to 5,000 lbs.
Gosh I want one but the are so plagued with issues, recalls, shotty, workmanship, and fit and finish issues. Still want one so bad but price changed my mind lol.
Great video, very informative thank you very much
How many people use bronco ..the new design to deer hunt? Im torn between a bronco or getting maybe a mid size truck. Please help
As usual, Alex just kills it.
All I need is the base model 2-Door Bronco with the 2.3 Turbo and the Sasquatch package. And of course, the 7-Speed manual because significantly better gas mileage and more reliable.
Also of note. Turbo engines are far better at keeping their power/torque at high altitude.
I have a 23 2dr bronco. By the way it’s illegal for the wrangler to be on the roads with no doors unless you buy mirrors that mount on when doors are removed. The problem with Wrangler of today is the room in the drivers seat. If your a mall guy it’s really cramped. Especially in a 4 door, and I found very uncomfortable to drive. My old 87 AMC Wrangler had a lot more room. Wranglers also are not good daily drivers. And long distance traveling can be uncomfortable too.
I had a Wrangler and had no issue daily driving and I came from a Lexus. It is noisy on windy days though.
I've been daily driving CJ's and Wranglers on and off for almost 20 years. No comfort issues with any of them.
Price, availability, ADM, reliability issues mean for many no Bronco is the right one.
Got a wildtrak with hoss 3.0 and added the winch, roof light bar, and mirror swivel lights all from ford👍🏻 in green
2，7？？？？ why 3.0?
@@jasoncao1725 hoss 3.0 is gives u steering rack an CVS from the f150 raptor .. and fox shocks from the ranger raptor.. just a sweet factory upgrade I added when I built and ordered through ford. Hope this helps
Toyota 4Runner please. Neither Jeep or Ford have the bulletproof reliability and durability of the 4Runner. Excellent review, Alex. Beautiful scenery 😮
IKR. They keep pushing toughness to get you out of the wild but if it breaks down, all bets are off....
Alex, I wished Ford would offer a Bronco chassis like the Range Rover's 1980s Series III. holds more cargo within and you have a ready-made sleeping space when camping. Bear safe!!
Honestly these things look good rolling down the road!
Are Broncos reliable? I really want to purchase one but I don't want expensive repair costs.
Same
That's a good one. Made me laugh
I got the 4 door 2.7 liter outer banks model with the Sasquatch passage
my next vehicle will be a car but guess what i'm watching this entire video just because their so informative and entertaining
Everglades is the best one for me. Houston floods from time to time. So…At least I can clear 3ft of water.
I believe the Everglades is also only available in 4-door. Correct me if i'm wrong but, doesn't the Outer Banks also have the body colored mirrors, not just the fenders? Great review! It's nice, either way, to have another vehicle in this space. BTW - I have a 2dr standard Badlands.
Great video, very informative, I didn't here you say anything about towing numbers with Wranglers.
Which engine has less trouble? I want to get that one
Everglades = the goat 🤙
Great video!
Great, thorough review. One thing I’d be losing in switching from an Explorer to a Bronco is ventilated seats. I’ve seen in some other reviews that if you forgo the auxiliary switches, you get the drop-down sunglass compartment that I currently have in my Explorer. In this video you did mention ordering power versus manual controlled front row seating, but I didn’t see that particular option when placing my order for the outer banks with lux package. Standard showed manual front row seating, but it was upgraded to the gray with navy leather or vinyl, so I’m still unsure whether it will be power or not.
I like the Bronco, but it just seems ridiculously expensive .. but then, so are Wranglers. Seems like these are slowly becoming toys for rich kids, or I'm just old and cheap.
Harleys and Indian motorcycles are too. 16k for a scout
Huh? You can get whatever bronco you want, same as a year ago. There are dealers around Orlando with dozens of them on the let and they have for a while now.
You should have more viewers.
If I could, I'd take an orange 2 door black diamond with a 6MT. Sarah from Sarah N Tuned has one and I think I'd follow her build exactly.
I know V8s are getting phased out but with jeep putting one in the wrangler and Ford keeping the V8 mustang another gen and in their trucks, I wonder why it's not an option in even the four door
The two door looks the best but you concede a good chunk of cargo room. I personally would have liked ford to have just produced a larger bronco sport and scrapped the wrangler lookalike.
Looks nothing like a wrangler
@@wallywanker7435 it pretty comparable in terms of looks, especially from the rear and the rear taillight shape.
witch trim the beefiest but without the extra features? Not going off road but love the look for my next ride
Great video as we are contemplating both. Want comfort and ability to tow a small teardrop. Daily driver and occasional snowed in long driveway and not rock crawling? Sasquatchwildtrac ?
I will say this right now; Get the upgraded the upgraded tie-rods, tie-rod ends and control arms from Stage 3 if you are planning to do any serious offroading with the Bronco. The stock components are brittle and snap far too often.
Im loving that Green, Kinda Wish My Mav Tremor had it.
Best one is finding one without dealer mark up
Mini explorer???
My guess is that Alex has never driven a wrangler with the windshield down, not on the highway of course. It’s a great experience: off roading with no doors, roof or windshield.
Having said that: the Bronco mirror situation is very convenient compared to the wrangler.
I'll wait for a plug in hybrib...nice car, but the dealership is charging over asking
I want one. Dealerships have ruined that to the point and I want dealership models to die.
Jeep couldn't attach the mirrors to the windshield "a" pillar like Ford does because the windshield folds down, right?
Yes. That is correct.
But it is a very cheap and easy solution: for $20, you can buy a pair of mirrors that plug into the door hinges after the doors are removed, it will take 2 seconds to install. Also if you smash them during off road, just buy another pair.
The 10-speed automatic transmission will offer you faster 0 to 60 unless you double clutch with the manual