I don't know if I'd count the Kia soul in that group, lol.
But I was looking at the Crosstrek but it's too small and WAY underpowered.
For a brand new car though I'm very surprised that Ford included it in a brand new model.
I believe the mid package is $1600 over the $4800.
It is overpriced no doubt about it.
Although I love the naming schemes, I wish Ford would have an a la carte option where you could get the base and add what you want, like anything.
But as it stands I'm getting the Big Bend.
Yeah we have a 2012 Prius and it has been great. In addition to the Bronco reservation I have one for the Mach-E. I think Ford is going to knock it out of the park with both vehicles.
However I don't think I'm quite ready to give up shifting yet and I need the space, plus the Bronco is...
Going "soft" is progress.
That's what previous generations work and fight for.
I don't think there's any previous generation that wants their kids to have it worse than them.
You can still have "character" and resilience with technology added into our lives.
We're not dumber or soft or lazy...
I think the only reason to get Big Bend is if you want the Mid Package. You're packing paying for the privilege, lol.
This will be my daily driver and so I'd want some of the comforts of the Mid Package.
Ahh I see. I never been in an old manual with the L gear like that. Just an old Datsun 80's manual pickup.
So it's technically existed but the Bronco seems to be unique as it's its own dedicated gear?
Honestly I thought it would skew a bit younger too, but I think most people are spending at least 40k on these, and so that's a big chunk of change for those not established.
Not to mention millions of 18-30 year olds are still out of work, in debt, and not in any position to buy anything...
I really like the naming scheme for each Bronco. It just seems like Ford put a lot of effort into the thought and design instead of just calling it XL, or whatever.
I also think it would be awesome to continue the naming scheme, like White Sands, or Yellowstone, etc...
I believe all the manuals I've had were push down to get into reverse.
When I search crawler gear, I only see Bronco coming up, is the Bronco the only manual made with a crawler gear? Like ever???
Also does anyone know the max and min speed for the crawler gear?
Same here. I don't think there are any other new SUVs that even come with a manual.
This will likely be my last manual vehicle, because I think we're all going electric/hybrid in 10-15 years.
Haha no kidding.
It's crazy how fast the price climbs up.
I realize that the Bronco is more of a "specialized" vehicle, and more of a "fun" truck, but damn.
I want to keep it around 40k and I think I'll be at about 5k over that.
WhAt diD YoU sAy tO Me!?!!!!!
I only buy cars that get crap gas mileage because it makes me feel good! 30mpg!? Barf.
I'd pour gasoline on the ground if I could just to lower my MPG!
The Mach-E has a B&P but it's not 100%.
For example the GT will have a performance pack, but no one really knows what's exactly included and for how much.
Yes you can build out the battery packs, but even those details are going to be ironed out (range/capacity etc).
So I think that's why...
We had a Ford Focus that had Auto trans problems and I'll ever buy a Ford with an automatic.
I'm set on a manual and I think it adds to the Bronco's charm. I'm actually surprised it's coming with an MT.
I was optimistic especially with comparable Ranger numbers. However....
The Ranger 4x4 which weighs similar to the Bronco gets around 15mpg in real world use:
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a27452851/2019-ford-ranger-fuel-economy/
However the Ranger states 22mpg combined on the sticker...
4door 7 speed Big Bend for me.
I want the mid package, as this will be a daily driver. Base doesn't have it. Also I believe Area 51 doesn't come in Base.
I don't need any fancy off-road stuff but I'd like enough to go overlanding, or just trails. I'd love a Badlands, but I know I'd be a poser...
Ugh. Same, I'll have to see it in person on a non-Sport Bronco before I pull the trigger.
I love the top "less blue" A51 here, and only like the bottom version. The bottom seems more vibrant and the top seems to have more of a washed out filter.
Then I see other pictures that make it look...
Never liked Jeeps, and think the 4 Runners are over priced and stale. I like the blacked out TRDs but not that much.
I think the Bronco's design is WAY more fun, and possibly a better daily driver than the Jeep. I'm also hoping that the Bronco gets decent gas mileage. At least compared to the...