Land Cruiser vs Bronco vs Wrangler: Weekend Warriors! | MotorTrend

[@MotorTrendWatch]

Which Weekend Warrior is YOUR offroad dream car?!

[@xualu1593]

@ 07:55 Uh...in the Jeep Rubicon there is a "crawl control" button and you can select the speed using your gear shifter, and it automatically throttle and brake controls for you. Yea you have steer it but so what having EVERYTHING done for you IMO just isn't the same for offroading. So my weekend warrior would be my Gladiator Rubicon and my wife's would be her 2024 Wrangler Rubicon.

[@MotorTrendWatch]

@@xualu1593 Appreciate the thought! Solid picks!

[@byronrodenburg7297]

Ineos Grenadier, if they get rid of the crappy tech no one wants and put in good tech .

[@icemj76]

I have a 4xE and have been thinking about training it in for the Yoda

[@juanandresroisgonzalez2787]

Land Cruiser ❤

[@jjccarbone]

Toyota did the job with SMALLER tires and better MPG. Quieter and best build overall. Also that reliability with still some issues for first year vehicle still surpasses bronco and jeep with both of them being in the market for a LONG TIME. Land Cruiser is the winner here!

[@hoganlegdrop2409]

You can't even put bigger tires on the land cruisers without a lift.

[@cacollins31]

@@hoganlegdrop2409 You actually can. You can fit 33 A/Ts no problem.

[@hoganlegdrop2409]

@@cacollins31 I'll believe it when I see it.

[@cacollins31]

@@hoganlegdrop2409 perhaps you could use the device in your hand to research and see it.

[@powertools2375]

Toyota reliability has taken a hit

[@JDC129]

Bronco is the best value. The Landcruiser would look the best with 2” lift and some Recon Grapplers.

[@itsdarkest]

For the stuff you get with a bronco badlands for example, youd save 20k going with a tacoma trd orp

[@jmo0311]

@@itsdarkest the types of obstacles you'd be able to take on with a Tacoma would be fewer. Since you're talking truck vs SUV.

[@edleifer6719]

@@itsdarkest Rather go with the 2024 4Runner TRD premium or Pro, bullet proof motor, bullet proof tranny, holds its resale value ten times better than any Ford and is thousands less than the Bronco.

[@usmansalim-y1q]

@@jmo0311 how about the new 4runner

[@jmo0311]

@usmansalim-y1q that's better than the Tacoma but still not as capable. Almost purely because of its approach, break over and departure angles.

[@booster222jc]

I honestly love all 3 but the Bronco seems to be the best all around for the money. It does everything well.

[@robsolf]

As a Wrangler owner, I'd agree. The seats in the Jeep are smaller so it's easier to get in and out on a whim, while the Bronco has the longer cushy seats, which I'm sure are better on long trips.

[@alanmay7929]

Lol!!!!!

[@jmo0311]

​@@alanmay7929is it not?

[@sunchaser999]

I think it’s personal preference. Jeep on road stinks but best for crawling. Bronco: best all around but loud, squeaks and creaks due to its modular design. LC: most refined and best on road performance and good off roading, slap some appropriate tires on their and good to go. As somebody who does 90% on road daily driving I’m picking LC.

[@dagothodros641]

More like the Jeep can handle everything while the bronco will be in the shop regularly. Never buy Ford.

[@hutchfromba]

Ovetall, Land Cruiser, hands down.

[@jeremyjames7899]

Went with a Rubicon fully Loaded and got $18k off list. It’s been fantastic

[@jdrein9511]

The deals on Rubicons are amazing right now. I was tempted, but went LC.

[@robertmazzio9817]

Exactly the amount of your depreciation....

[@jeremyjames7899]

@@robertmazzio9817 The Land Cruiser is really ugly and Toyota has had some considerable issues with the turbo engine. The Ford is pretty cool but a Ford so reliability is questionable. Nice to have three solid choices though.

[@panic_diver]

Man i am also looking to snag a Rubicon, what was the otd price for your ride? It will be nice to have a number in mind when I am at the dealership negotiating.

[@davidcarrico3385]

They missed that the 4xe DOES have select speed which is crawl control. They said only the bronco and Land Cruiser had that.

[@BillClintonsBurner]

I thought the same. I have a '21 Willys and it has it. Works beautifully. Good to know Motortrend really know their stuff!

[@c1aytonbigsby]

Bronco and wrangler stock absolutely dominate this test. That being said I’d pick the Toyota. Even with the problems they’re having right now it’s nothing in comparison to the issues Stellantis and ford are having right now.

[@99unclebob]

Exactly, i spent almost 9 yrs in the industry and drove virtually every make and model of 4WD out there, each had their good points like these 3 do, and i have been to all the forums for Ford,Jeep,GM, and Toyota and they have the fewest issues of anyone, so for me in the long run , Toyota Land Cruiser would be what I'd purchase and would go one option group down, I am not a leather fan, had a few and just not my first choice, and you'd save almost $8500 bucks and that'll buy you those tires and a 2" lift with 34" tires and you'll still have a thousand left in your pocket 👍

[@c1aytonbigsby]

@@99unclebobyou’re exactly right! That 1958 trim is what I’d get too. I only wish it would come with the front sway bar disconnect.

[@Turshin]

It's the Rubicon for me.

[@phongsatornjongphianthamde5590]

@@99unclebob

[@phongsatornjongphianthamde5590]

@@99unclebob

[@pinkipipe]

Toyota … my pick out of the group . However, paying even $60 thousand is a little bit too much for me

[@johnathoncastro]

more like 80k

[@Anomize23]

@@pinkipipe way too much. I didn’t even pay 50k for the 4runner i have now and you have fools paying for a vehicle thats the size of a old ford escape with a small gas tank taking “premium fuel” and paying over that price. REALLY don’t know what people are smoking because the value isn’t even there and just convinced they bought it without even thinking.

[@TheBTG88]

I always wondered what happened to Norm once he left Cheers.

[@bngr_bngr]

He kept on drinking.

[@MJ-fj9yv]

He got fatter 😂

[@georgegeor701]

Bronco really stands out in look

[@PeterAlfonso]

This is hard to watch. It's so fake

[@terrystines2536]

I was thinking the same thing it's like a big commercial !!!

[@Turshin]

I was thinking the same thing. Of they wanted a "softroader" why didn't they choose a trailhawk Grand Cherokee vs a Rubicon Wrangler.

[@oscarnoeortiz7956]

I know right !! But not only that. It’s boring!!!🥱 😴

[@TheRunner72]

Give me an old 4.0 Jeep, old chevy pickup or a Toyota Pickup from 97-09 before they got all the computers that rob the experience of driving

[@chandleremerine6130]

I’m glad someone said it.

[@steve0ne11]

Land Cruiser all day.

[@MotorTrendWatch]

Heard you loud and clear!

[@hunterbasselite6826]

😂😂.. the new gen Land Cruiser is not near capable enough to compete with a bronco or jeep and NO I’m not a hater , I own a Fj40 (a real Land Cruiser) the FJ40 was a beast.. but everything made by Toyota has gone downhill the past few years , the tundras were once super reliable , now are arnt even in the top 5 for reliability for 2024 . They got beat out by f150 , and f150 sells 50x more . Which if you’re a numbers guy would mean more vehicles more problems , however they beat the new TT 6cyl tundra in powertrain reliability. Land Cruiser had a cult following because it had HAND made parts and was put together BY HAND . Bolts/nuts all hand torqued etc . However the new gen is another mass made assembly line product , that is face the facts a uglier version of a 4tunner

[@fernandojaramilloroa9906]

Definitely the Jeep Rubicon is not only the best, it’# also a lifestyle

[@sakomeow]

Only two are available in 2-door. Only two are available in manual.

[@markjoppru8015]

Well done - great analysis

[@ramonahumada4]

I love my Broncos!!

[@MJ-fj9yv]

In the market and debating between Bronco and Jeep. What made you go Bronco way?

[@ramonahumada4]

@@MJ-fj9yvalways wanted one. I did test drive a wrangler with no intention of buying it. I did like the looks and everything about it, but decided to get my 2nd Bronco after that.

[@MJ-fj9yv]

@@ramonahumada4 thank you for sharing, interesting you said “2nd bronco” anything wrong with 1st? Better trim? Features?

[@ramonahumada4]

@@MJ-fj9yv1st one is a 2021 4 door Race Red Badlands, with Sasquatch, 2.7, lux package and 2nd is a 2022 Eruption Green 2 door 2.3 automatic. Both engines have great power, both are confortable and could be economical depending on how you drive them. Both Broncos haven’t seen the dirt!

[@ramonahumada4]

@@MJ-fj9yvno mechanical issues! 2021 had like 5 software updates recalls and the 22 only had one recall, but if you buy a Bronco now you shouldn’t have to worry about recalls. Both engines are know to be reliable and so are both transmissions.

[@rumhave9632]

These all are very nice looking units in their own way. Timeless designs.

[@fullspeedfordbronco]

Bronco FTW 🔥

[@alanmay7929]

That's what she said lol!!

[@Toe_Knee_69]

75k for a 4 cylinder with a tiny battery pack, and skinny 31” tires. Toyota has lost its way.

[@iamthedutchbro]

And I’m buying one.

[@lm0026]

I'm sure you've driven it @Toe_Knee_69

[@booster222jc]

The new 4Runner TRD Pro will be the better option for a better price, better interior and more capability.

[@supraphonic88]

The First Edition is a cash grab, it's just the premium package with round headlights for like another $7K. I grabbed a 1958 for sticker and threw actual 33" KO3s on it and for my purposes it's superior to everything here for the same or less money.

[@booster222jc]

@@supraphonic88 great idea and if you want leather you can install Katskin leather later. Also, isn't the First Edition the only one with passenger power seats? Ridiculous by Toyota.

[@jeffreyfitch1006]

Of the 3 trucks here, I'm only interested in the Landcruiser. And that's only because we've never had a hybrid body on frame SUV available in the U.S.

[@husshardan3511]

Apart from the Jeep they are testing in this video.

[@rieskame]

There's hill control in the Jeep

[@Turshin]

I really felt like they were trying to down the Jeep on purpose. Like complaining about how narrow it is, eventhough it's the easiest to take down a trail because of that same reason.

[@andreasm2882]

I love them all. I currently drive a 19 Tacoma. If I choose a new vehicle today my first choice would be the 2 door bronco, landcruiser , and the 2 door wrangler.

[@Turshin]

2 door Rubicon would destroy the other two.

[@MotorTrendWatch]

Honestly, we love them all!

[@Wezi427]

I like how they mention the MPG of the Toyota, but completely "forget" to mention the other 2.

[@snekracing]

I have been driving a 2.7L badlands 4 door everyday for the last couple months. My current average is 16.4 and I never try to conserve fuel. That’s honestly not bad for a rig with 35s and a 4.70 rear end.

[@IsaacRodriguez89]

What elevation are you in? Mine 2.7 bronco gets me 17.8 solid, normal driving habits.

[@Anomize23]

They don’t tell you how SMALL the Land Cruiser gas tank is. YES ITS SMALL

[@CRD72]

Suzuki jimny 😂❤ The best

[@m9b7v5]

Bronco for the clear win

[@rsemidwest]

I don’t disagree with the final assessment but the Jeep should have been an XR package with hard top so it was more apples to apples with the Bronco.

[@RJArrayCPA]

It’s so annoying that you cannot get the XR package with a manual transmission! Makes no sense

[@bigrr64]

All three are awesome vehicles. I think the Land Cruiser looks the best but the Bronco is the best off-roader.

[@robsolf]

In wide open trails like those in this video, that's probably true. But if you get into trails where you're trying to maneuver between trees and crevices, the thinner Wrangler vs. the big wide Bronco starts to give you a very different perspective.

[@grisa12345]

2024 Wrangler Rubicon 4xe owner here. I just drove my jeep over 1,000 miles to California and ran the full rubicon trail, then drove home. No issues, the vehicle performed perfectly. Theres a reason only one of these says Rubicon on the hood, and this video missed the mark entirely. The Land Cruiser would be destroyed attempting the ‘con and the Bronco would struggle as well and likely break a cv axle.

[@solracarevir]

Jeep owners justifying their purchases when they place 3rd on a 3 players race.

[@grisa12345]

@@solracarevir “place 3rd” according to whom? People driving on a fire road to go camping?

[@TC_1978]

Yeah, driven Bronco and Rubicon off road in Colorado. Bronco is a car. It’s a super cool car. Bottom line it’s a car built for roads and getting on some easy trails from time to time. It CANNOT crawl and barely got over basic rocks. Was always on 3 wheels. That’s not good by the way. Buy your Bronco mall crawler and own it. It’s a sweet vehicle. It truly is cool. But it will NEVER be a Wrangler.

[@NemeanLion-]

@@solracarevir it might place third in straight overlanding, but not for the gnarliest of places.

[@solracarevir]

@@NemeanLion- I know, I just like to read angry Jeep Owners comments on the Internet.

[@chikidd24]

Bronco 🔥

[@NemeanLion-]

I’m surprised they had a bronco with the Sasquatch package, but they didn’t have the jeep with the extreme recon package.

[@peterjohnson5391]

Doesn’t a comparison include, oh I don’t know, footage of how each handled specific tests? MotorTrend should be setting the benchmark for comparison tests.

[@brianfl33916]

GM has to be kicking themselves in the butt for not making an off-road competitor. What’s worse is that they have the parts bins for it but refused to do so. They could easily use the parts from their Colorado/Canyon trucks and come out with a GMC Jimmy.

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

Toyota should make a decked out, lifted version of that LC.

[@MJ-fj9yv]

For what? 120k?

[@bcxaz]

these guys are the most boring and worst representatives of these vehicles ever. Get some better people.

[@Deatomizer]

Bronco Baby

[@67tamustang83]

Insane! These guys must have lead feet. Im seeing 18.9mpg average in a 2024 Bronco Wildtrack (has 35s).

[@afordnissan2]

i agree the ford bronco is a better choice!

[@gilbertferguson1685]

Nice review. Bronco is smoother on road because of IFS, plus 2.7 engine has plenty of power. The Wrangler Rubicon has same lockers and sway bar disconnect as the Bronco Badlands. Both are good vehicles, but I have not driven the Toyota.

[@NemeanLion-]

Bronco doesn’t have a solid front axle. And the Wrangler didn’t have the extreme recon package, like the bronco had the Sasquatch package

[@ajmedeiros77]

Bronco. Because I want to be comfortable driving everyday, and be able to go almost anywhere with the top down.

[@bngr_bngr]

I really want to see a 4x4 Mazda.

[@d.shanerose1729]

There is a speed control in the Wrangler. I've never totally figured out how to use it, but it's there.

[@scottsdale4899]

Got a big bend bronco with Sasquatch, mid package, 2.3 with auto for 57k. No staybar disconnect but don’t need it. L😅ve it, it’s a mountain goat off-road and a Lincoln on the pavement.

[@ronaldrrootiii6040]

I like how Land Rover had aggressive traction control since 1999 and a Terrain response system that adjusts the articulation the suspension the throttle response dramatically the transmission everything since 2005 LOL you take one out and it still works😂

[@TheSnobbyDawg]

Toyota 4 the 🏁 The other 2 quality wise isn't in the same ballpark as the Land Cruiser..It'll be around after those other 2 are melted down and turned into snow blowers & ironing boards !!

[@Coldheart1903]

Bronco ☝️

[@Jimny-u8c]

Bronco the best

[@9663mu]

Thanks goodness that other lady didn’t do this one. Some actual car folks here in this video. I appreciated it

[@peterscott2662]

None of the Above. I'd teak the 2024 4Runner TRD Offroad. Starts at $45K, and is probably the most reliable truck you can buy today.

[@leeyang1473]

LC all year long

[@cardude1992]

Toyota Defender

[@francoisarbique6503]

Reliability, long term, only one: Toyota

[@anthonyrogers1508]

The Toyota Land Cruiser should be competing with the jeep compass/ bronco sport🤔 Not “-not the Bronco or theJeep🧐 you know that’s not what we do🫵🏼🫵🏾🫵🏼🛑 stop it

[@dacronic1646]

The jeep looks like it’s been playing the part for decades. The other two look like two guys screaming “I can do what the wrangler does too!” Based on their design.

[@benoliver2826]

yup

[@solracarevir]

You know the Land Cruiser nameplate is as old as the Jeep Brand itself right? Right?

[@Gladiatorguy1998]

Absolutely!

[@h3e44]

Land Cruiser has been around for decades and has just asuch offroad and over landing cred as the jeep if not more

[@dacronic1646]

@@h3e44 I said based on their design. I totally agree with what you’re saying.

[@my31and37]

Landcruiser would be 10x more reliable, long term. That's enough for me.

[@toddmartin4471]

Not anymore it’s very complex, my LX570 will last and last

[@MJ-fj9yv]

😂😂😂 Like Tundra? 98000 engines being replaced

[@my31and37]

@@MJ-fj9yv completely different drivetrain

[@MJ-fj9yv]

@@my31and37 completely same company and quality control methods.

[@my31and37]

​@@MJ-fj9yvI have friends with Broncos and jeeps and they are always broken, in fact one just traded his 2022 Bronco for a new 4x4 Tacoma

[@jeffreyvanhouten1239]

You can put 35’s on the LC with no lift or mods and out perform the other two without question.

[@netsiteing]

Can we please have the Bronco in Australia … after all you got the Ranger Raptor in the US 😊

[@MJ-fj9yv]

No, not after Raygun 😂

[@netsiteing]

@@MJ-fj9yv😂🦘

[@ytcsgmike2]

but you get diesels and the Everest

[@netsiteing]

@@ytcsgmike2 that’s true … Everest is nice but Bronco would offer something different

[@Verthill]

There are so many facts in your information

[@jesusfer7795]

The Prado 💯

[@luismayorga1520]

Totoya is the way

[@erinh9660]

Toyota❤

[@bradnewson3182]

The bronco badlands is the best bronco to get. And the non sas is the best bang for the buck. Front and rear lockers. Sway bar disconnect. 33" ko2.

[@EcBuddy123]

Is this the current comparison because the 4runner isn't out yet? Seems like that would be the right comparison. Though there is a huge overlap in the 4runner and land cruiser

[@larzlarz1140]

From the “easy” trails that you guys showed here, you could do this in a $32k Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness or a Ford Maverick FX4. Why not show them on some “moderate” trails that actually need low range and lockers to show the real differences in offroad ability?

[@jmo0311]

Neither one of those vehicles could have done that trail. Their transmissions would've been in limp mode trying to get traction and overheating. There was a few obstacles shown that would've also eaten up all the ground clearance the Subaru and Mav have.

[@sterny24]

Brocho wins, UNTIL

[@christophernuckolls9964]

Absolutely, get the Bronco if you want to break parts off-roading.

[@mpeugeot]

LOL, it's not as delicate as you might think.

[@christophernuckolls9964]

@@mpeugeot LOL, it's more delicate than you think.

[@KManzini]

Bronco for me

[@mohammedsalameh4729]

How did you charge your 4xe??

[@ariadityasoedarsono1654]

Land cruiser for the win 🎉

[@popo7718]

love the LC ❤

[@justinjames9299]

LandCruiser all the way!

[@agentlemadness1348]

Land Cruiser FTW!

[@jeromep3182]

I would go Land Cruiser all day

[@garygeorge9648]

Bronco, but I would take a Lexus GX 550 in a heartbeat. Just little more expensive than the Landcruiser but nicer overall.

[@sokratzmmf]

2025 4Runner gonna easily win!

[@ronevans9277]

I’ve been debating the 2025 4runner and 2024 Land Cruiser (since I made an idiot decision last year and traded my 2021 4runner lunar rock TrdPro which was all built up)…. At the dealer today, I was told the 4runner is hitting more delays due to not having parts access to complete the builds. More supply chain issues it appears.

[@Anomize23]

⁠@@ronevans9277Keep throwing that money into a fire pit. Could never get rid of my runner for that little Land Cruiser. A smaller gas tank it has with that fat battery in the way, NO THANKS.

[@cleveland53015]

Jeep does have a form of off road cruise. It's not just down hill assist anymore. Selec speed control....

[@mbrbb77]

I personally prefer jeep

[@gerardargao921]

And the most reliable of all three!

[@MJ-fj9yv]

None.

[@BG-se8pl]

I guess no one showed you guys how to use the Downhill speed on the jeep. It’ll keep a speed up to 5mph downhill and uphill

[@toddmartin4471]

Oh the Jeep does have a crawl mode and a super low transfer case gearing. Bronco is best for high speed blasting.

[@edysupo3860]

Una evaluan la confiabilidad?

[@jamescaldwell5]

I think the non Sasquatch Bronco Badlands would have still won your comparison. My 4dr Badlands with a Manual Transmission gets around 19mpg and the BFG K02s only measure an inch shorter, they’re just noticeably narrower. So at even a more affordable price, could have maybe won the MPG challenge, yet still prove to be extremely capable off road. BTW the BFGs are not loud on the hwy despite their aggressive tread pattern l.

[@seamonkey2010]

JEEP: STOP TRYING TO GO ELECTRIC. YOUR GETTING PEOPLE STUCK IN THE WOODS

[@bngr_bngr]

Jeep is still getting pulled out by a LC.

[@davidcarrico3385]

Ha, I’ve been in the woods and rock crawled plenty of times since getting my 4xe in 2021 (was off-roading as early as June that year), never conked out on me and only places I’ve gotten stuck are where everyone else in non-electric vehicles got stuck. Remember, it’s a plug-in hybrid, not a full blown electric. It still has a gas engine.

[@kondur05]

Ya va esto esta en español? Mira que tengo desde hace más de 10 años. Que salió una revista motor trend en español y eso para mi fue un golpe muy duro, todavía tengo todas las que compre.

[@JulienSorelEatsSabras]

Just put the Wrangler on a trailer, hook it up to a comfy truck, and give the Bronco to the nanny.

[@dtay8913]

It'll be interesting to see how they compare. The wrangler is the oldest, the ford has the most powerful offering with the raptor, and Toyota has been taking a few hits reliability wise. Edit: I'm not sure if Jeep is still producing the 392 since Stellantis dropped all of the V8s

[@bngr_bngr]

What reliability issues from the Toyota?

[@joetz1]

@@bngr_bngrthe engines are garbage

[@dtay8913]

@@bngr_bngr the twin turbo v6s are garbage. They've had to recall and replace 100,000 of them

[@robsolf]

They are. Offroadcred is pretty cheezed about it, since he bought his last year thinking it was the last chance to get one.

[@robsolf]

@@bngr_bngr Transfer case and diff issues. There's a youtube vid of a guy snapping his case on a mild snowy bump.

[@2Greenlid]

the Wrangler quality is a distant 3rd from the other two, these vehicles will be 99% driven on normal roads, for that purpose Jeep is way behind…I’ve driven all three and bought the Bronco!

[@hanzkranz1319]

I wonder how those hybrid offroaders are doin in extrem heat or cold

[@davidcarrico3385]

Just fine, a little less battery capacity in extreme cold, but that doesn’t bother it, it still has the gas engine so it just keeps going without issue.

[@franciscocruz6726]

Bronco and LC are more expensive and are outperformed by Jeep in the rock crawling department. My vote is for the Rubicon.

[@REBooner30]

Curious what eastern Sierra trail this is…

[@tommaples9174]

If I was doing a fair amount of off roading I would stay clear of a hybrid.

[@arnoldm889]

Toyotas turbo motors are a big downgrade from previous motors. They appear less reliable than motors from Ford or GM.

[@YuenanCao]

No mention of the weight increase of the JL 4xE?!

[@saratov99]

Prado will work forever. Only people who have to much money and time on their hands will consider Ford or Jeep.

[@jmo0311]

Buuuuuuut the Bronco was the cheapest.

[@2Greenlid]

Prado was not the cheapest, can you explain??

[@saratov99]

@@2Greenlid You wouldn't need to spend money on it. Longer you own it cheaper it becomes.

[@anoop4243]

​​@@saratov99 So it makes no sense for most owners who swap their cars every 8-10 yrs or lease it? Got it.

[@dirtbikernv]

4xE lasts like 3 miles off road

[@DK-zd2cu]

The Land Cruiser is a 4 cylinder hybrid due to EMISSION standards, not gas mileage or power.

[@RicardoFernandez-gq5ym]

Bronco

[@PlayStation_Xbox_02]

Going by your channel's reputation try to shoot and upload such videos in 4k resolution. Would be much appreciated!

[@Maniac742]

The Land Cruiser's off-road performance doesn't really concern me. It looks perfectly adequate in its stock configuration. The real problem is, it's a Toyota. Toyotas have dubious reliability. I'm more worried that it will fall apart on me or spontaneously set on fire.

[@Radoslav99]

Land Cruiser.