I don't necessarily know if that's the case. The 2.7 is a more complicated engine than a 2.3, especially having the extra turbo. The CGI block is a good thing to have and a cool advancement, however when these engines fail it's not the block, it's usually turbos or top end. I mean crap even old...
I'm actually expecting the inclusion of Sasquatch to make more of a difference for mpg than anything. I'm getting a 2 door non-sas with the 2.7, my heart wants at least 20mpg but my brain says 17.
I think the gearing on these things will make them nippy no matter what engine you get.
A lot of people seem to think if you get BLIS you get the LEDs. However, on other ford models like the F150, the giant BLIS sensor is hanging off the side of the LED lights. I haven't seen any pictures of a BLIS sensor on the LEDs for the Bronco. Which means you may not have to have LEDs if you...
2dr Big Bend
Iconic Silver
2.7/Auto
Mid
LEDs
Aux Switches
Mod Front
Rock Rails
Bimini Canvas
4.27 Locking Axle
Towing
Keyless Pad (haven't decided on this yet)
MSRP $42k, won't be paying that though (shout out Texas Group Boys)