Episode 26

Is the Ford Bronco as Great as the Jeep Wrangler?

In this episode, Staff Writer Tyler Duffy joins to talk about the all-new Ford Bronco–just days after driving it on- and off-road for the very first time . The new Bronco is hugely anticipated, both by classic car fanatics and off-road enthusiasts. But the biggest news here is how well the Bronco will stack up against its biggest competition: the perennial 4x4 champion Jeep Wrangler. Ford had the Jeep Wrangler square in its sights when designing the new Bronco, and after several years of frustrating delays, it has launched to rave reviews. Tyler discusses how the new Ford handles highways and trails, and what it's like to be in the cabin and behind the wheel–and doesn't mince words about how well it stacks up against the Jeep.

The Gear Patrol Podcast · Nick Caruso, Tyler Duffy

June 29, 202152m 39s

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Show Notes

Tyler Duffy joins to talk about how the new Ford handles highways and trails, and doesn't mince words about how well it stacks up against the Jeep.

Episode Navigation:

01:10 – Does the New Bronco Live Up to the Hype?
03:30 – A Brief Rundown of the Bronco's Storied Past
06:45 – A Top-Level Summary of the New Bronco
08:45 – Available Engines: Jeep Wrangler vs Ford Bronco
11:50 – "Bronco" As a Ford Sub-Brand
14:10 – On-Road Driving Impressions
19:50 – The Bronco's Manual Transmission, and Scope of Options Packages
26:12 – Off-Road Driving Impressions, and Ford's Off-Roadeo Driving Program
31:13 – What Are the Bronco's "GOAT Modes?"
35:00 – Interior/Tech Criticisms and Everyday Living Impressions
42:00 – Overall Cost and Current Wait Times May Be a Dealbreaker For Some
48:45 – Bottom Line: Is It Worth Buying a Bronco Now?

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