Probably this boils down to money, but how does offering no 2-door V6 earn Ford more money? Typically auto makers are always making upgrades available to get people to pay more, but not in this case with no engine upgrade offering.
My 2 cents, if you look at trend since 2021 has been to reduce variability which translates into complexity in supply chain and production. And probably more warranty. If they can simplify product offerings, they can tighten all other aspects of supply/production/warranty. I have a 22 and frankly was surprised when Bronco first came out that you could order almost every option with few limitations.
Have you driven the new-for-2025 port-direct injection 2.3L?
I thought the specs where identical in HP and Torque between the new and old, is that not the case? It not what's the new HP rating?
There’s no power increase or MPG increase
Until recently, it could also be an EPA cost thing. Although the leash was recently loosened, it takes a minute for that to work it's way through. And, it may be something that requires a new round of crash testing...
I own a 2024 2-door HE and 2024 Everglades, both with 2.3L/auto. They're great.
I've gotten 24 mpg with the 2025 2.3L, and that was in West Virginia. That beats 22 in my 2024 2.3L's.
Okay well individual results will vary widely, but the EPA rating hasn’t changed.
