10 Things I Hate About The New Bronco

[Scohin]

Gonna be honest @justinbmcbride I was gonna be like, he's probably gonna complain more that it's not SFA (Cause I'm dumb like that)
But damn that's solid criticism I've had myself (maybe except number 10 lol )

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[Dogula]

I could be wrong, but I was looking at a 2019 Jeep Wrangler TWO door... and they have tw big circular air vents in the back of the center console.... so, for Ford not to at least match that is yet another demerit.

My Flex has them also, but they get blocked when I fold down the seats. And my seats are always folded down. That's why the roof vents are important. The roof vents also work independently from the front vents, which is a plus. Since cold air drops, roof vents are more efficient.

 

[Beach_Bum]

I'm not sure of your point. 47 years ago, vehicles didn't have the features that a new vehicle should?

 

[JIMBAD1]

I like that you can remove HT panels for front and rear passengers, but dislike that you can't store those onboard. I ran the Sunrider HT on my Jeep for the front panels all the time. I hope Bestop will make a flip and slide type for both 1st and 2nd rows with the back installed. I still would like factory fogs w/ Mod bumper or at least a for kit using the factory headlight switch if and when they develop one.

 

[dcmdon]

How much does a removable top, capable off-road Audi, with a great interior go for? I might go for that if similarly priced to a Bronco.

Its funny how you are all ignoring the comparison to Ford's own F150.

Or for that matter a $20k cheaper Bronco sport.

Don't get me wrong. I appreciate the value proposition. Off road capable and removable tops and doors. And in the $40k range this all makes sense.

But if you are going to charge me $55k for a truck with large swaths of hard plastic, then charge me $5k more and make the interior nicer.

Jeep does this. When you go for the higher trim levels with leather, most of the plastic is replaced with a combination of brushed aluminum and padded leather.

 

[Broncotrax]

Well done sir. Now, you have me thinking about things I didn't even know about. But, I would like to add #11. If FMC/Jeep can design a relatively flat rear cargo area when the rear seat backs are down in their 4 door, why of why couldn't Ford do the same with the Bronco?

If Ford can design a V6 with 400ft LBS of torque, why cant Jeep?

 

[Headsong]

I think there's only one thing I HATE...and that's the not-a-tailgate....

I can live with other stuff. Well, I'll live with that, too! but I don't like it so much.

 

[ZackDanger]

The E-brake better NOT be in the same position on the Bronco as it is on the Bronco Sport!!! I can foresee a Recall (listen up Ford) on that E-brake placement. Imagine where a little dog steps as it goes from driver to passenger seat or vice versa as you're driving....... Yep.....E-Brake engaged.....

No need to worry. The E Brake on the big Bronco is by the driver’s left knee.

Also, on the sport and every other Ford, engagement requires lifting up... and for emergency brake operation you have to hold it for an extended period of time.

 

[Wanted33]

If Ford can design a V6 with 400ft LBS of torque, why cant Jeep?

I understand, but I will say that the 3.6L will get the job done. At least it will handle my very limited abilities of off roading.

 

[Beach_Bum]

Thank you for pointing that out. You're right. It is completely unreasonable to expect rear A/C in a brand new vehicle.

 

[Bikeric]

No need to worry. The E Brake on the big Bronco is by the driver’s left knee.

Also, on the sport and every other Ford, engagement requires lifting up... and for emergency brake operation you have to hold it for an extended period of time.

That is Fantastic to hear. The button looks identical to my wife's Q7, which evidently functions in the opposite manner. In the Q7 you pull up to release the E-brake and push it to engage.

 

[AKBronc49]

Your opinions are that and I don't think any were unreasonable, except the antenna. I strictly listen to FM stations and no at 31 I'm not an old timer. The only time when I don't is when I'm outside reception, which is any time I drive out of town. I don't mind the antenna its even kind of nice to bounce off low hanging stuff to know when you're close.

I will say, my 1972 Oldsmobile has the antenna built into the windshield and still gets decent reception, so you may be on to something haha

 

[mC.242]

Constructive criticism is never a bad thing.
We pretty much had a choice between waiting another few years for a refined version or get something now and live with the areas needing improvement.
I would rather buy a stubby antenna and guards for the LCAs then wait.
You only live once!

 

[broadicustomworks]

Your opinions are that and I don't think any were unreasonable, except the antenna. I strictly listen to FM stations and no at 31 I'm not an old timer. The only time when I don't is when I'm outside reception, which is any time I drive out of town. I don't mind the antenna its even kind of nice to bounce off low hanging stuff to know when you're close.

I will say, my 1972 Oldsmobile has the antenna built into the windshield and still gets decent reception, so you may be on to something haha

I'd like to hear more about this Olds...maybe post it up in the showcase?

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