Off Road Warrior, On Road Charmer. Full 2021 Ford Bronco 2-Door and 4-Door Review!

[@stephenhendricks103]

Hill Country Spring rain. When I moved to Austin many years ago I delighted in riding the hill country backroads on my Norton Commando motorcycle. I was puzzled however by the 10 ft poles planted here and there on the side of the road. I soon learned that thunderstorms in the Spring dumped massive loads of water on the Hill Country soil. The red clay didn't absorb the water so a heavy rain could turn a dip in a road from a dry gully to a 7 foot deep rushing river in a matter of a half hour. Even a Bronco, a Defender, or a Wrangler with a snorkel couldn't cope with that. And nearly every year someone would be found drowned in their vehicle sitting on a dry road the day after a deluge. Ahhh, memories. As for the Bronco, I'm more a sports car and on road SUV guy but it's good to see that when Ford abandoned the entire sedan category in the US they held on to some very talented designers for vehicles like the Mustang Mach-E, the forthcoming F-150 Lightning, and the Bronco. Kudos.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

My brother lost a cherished Taurus SHO that way

[@jmoranretana]

Bronco looks as capable as a Wrangler but even if it is not, it is more appealing to me to own a Ford than a Jeep. The Bronco seems to be more friendly to routine and looks more modern. That competition between these two brands will make customers really happy .

[@Mamo878]

Whoa, that Trail Turn Assist is pretty cool! Not having to back up for a 3-point turn on tight twisty trails with steep drop-offs is a Good Thing.

[@headcas620]

Land cruiser has had it for a couple years. The Ford rep is wrong

[@mechmat12345]

@@headcas620 The Land Cruiser is discontinued and costs $85k. He wasn't wrong.

[@Marco-fi6gv]

👍

[@mastero21]

@@mechmat12345 The Lexus LX570 has it too. He was wrong.

[@elchucofried5683]

The 2 door Base with sasquatch in antimatter blue is my exact order.

[@EdwardTI]

Haha same here! Such a solid sweet spot.

[@leonardoalfonso7080]

Now Ford has both the expedition for luxurious comfort driving and the bronco off road fun!

[@KineticMantis]

Awesome review Tom (as always). Glad you were the first Bronco review to hit my KZbin feed. These Broncos are just so cool. Looked like a great time getting to drive these off-road.

[@robertryan7204]

Has done a sterling job, better than other Auto Channels

[@marcob1729]

Makes you wonder if Ford should even bother with a new Ranger. Just release a full line of Bronco pickups and watch the cash roll in

[@rightlanehog3151]

The Ranger can be the 'value' model and the Bronco can be the 'premium' pickup.

[@saltyseasdog]

@@rightlanehog3151 except bronco starts at 28k and the rangers are so insanely priced

[@larrysmith8169]

@@rightlanehog3151ko8oi

[@robertryan7204]

Ranger is sold in South Africa, Australia/ New Zealand and Europe primarily

[@marcob1729]

@@robertryan7204 Ford sells more Rangers in the USA than Australia, Thailand, Philippines, and Vietnam combined. I'm sure that they would end up on top with a straight replacement

[@limpunsing224]

Ut's not even my kind of car, but I think Ford delivered a very one overall

[@joegondo7985]

Comprehensive review..great job👍👍

[@QualityInfinite]

Now I want an OJ Edition

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

Yes. In white.

[@EddieDexterStewart]

You're the best in the biz.

[@mechmat12345]

Base model with Squatch FTW

[@XxDrEvilxX]

Ugh, I want one but I hate dealing with dealerships that are going over MSRP. I wish I could buy from Ford directly, I'm ok with waiting.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Tom, How does it feel being a midwife? One of the longest gestation periods in automotive history is over and the Bronco is born. Good for Ford for offering a manual, short wheelbase 2 door as a base model that goes head to head with the base Wrangler. Ideally Toyota will be encouraged to complete a trio of affordable 4x4s by bringing something very much like the 2 door Prado to this market.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

My God, it got the point where I would use dismiss Ford PR emails that had anything to do with Bronco. It's one thing to push a product that's out, but yeah, the midwife analogy is a good one. That was a loooooong birth.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@DrivenCarReviews I just hope initial production quality matches the hype. BTW I hear it is hot in Seattle, hopefully there is a spot at the beach available.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

@@rightlanehog3151 Yup, literally didn't have any video to cover that aspect of the launch. Fingers crossed it's more smooth that Explorer

[@robertryan7204]

Should sell well in the US

[@BHBeckenbauer]

I like these longer videos! Nice work Tom

[@michaelboese6679]

Fantastic video best yet on the New Bronco!!! You are the best Tom in explaining things on the vehicle. Keep up with the the great videos luv them !!!!! 👍👍

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Thing is, there's so much more to this machine than I had time to shoot. Hope to get one for a longer time to do it justice.

[@engineer12v]

@tom Volk you should have mentioned with the fuel economy that the Toyota Tacoma gets the same fuel economy with the same vehicle weight but with less horsepower and torque. They are both on the same frames so it is a great comparison

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Lots of things I could have mentioned, only had so much video to cover what I did. Thanks for mentioning this.

[@brendaalpert6171]

We're getting a badlands with 33" tires 2.7, hardtop, high package.

[@Marco-fi6gv]

Sweet!

[@kraenk12]

How often do you go offroading?

[@brendaalpert6171]

@@kraenk12 about once a month in our utv but in a bronco we'd go more often

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

I was literally thinking about OJ Simpson during this entire video, and when you actually mentioned the OJ Simpson model, I burst out laughing, great stuff. Fun fact, I used to live at the outer banks. I consider getting that model just because of that fact lol.

[@mannbates9971]

😂😂😂😂

[@garrykahlon7224]

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[@edwardclement102]

The Big Bronco was a good truck with room for storage and 4 people easy, this new Bronco 2 door is a rock trail machine to compete with a Wrangler, the old Bronco would whip this one at people's back seat room, storage space, and towing. The new one would whip the old one big one at rock crawler. I think more people pull a boat and hunt than rock crawl. So the old so-called OJ one was not that bad. The new one is nice. I am talking 2 doors vs 2 doors.I think they look better than the 4 doors.

[@gene978]

This needed to come out with at least in Hybrid form seeing this is where we’re going.

[@davidkaminski615]

Ford Bronco, Jeep Wrangler, Range Rover Defender, Chevy Blazer, Toyota FJ Cruiser. So many good nameplates, but some brands have really dropped the ball.

[@BadDriversOfTheIllawarra]

BRING. IT. TO. AUSTRALIA.

[@robertryan7204]

It is not coming to Australia

[@BadDriversOfTheIllawarra]

@@robertryan7204 Im aware

[@davidlusk4350]

😁😁😁 kudos for the great video!! Always enjoyable watch. And ford will sell a crap ton of these, expecting 0 rebates and markups for the first few years of being sold. Awesome truck

[@bikebudha01]

+1 to Tom, first one of these Bronco reviews to actually state the gas mileage. (And what disaterous gas mileage it was... I really wanted one of these, but 16mpg... I might just have to get a Maverick instead...)

[@cadsux]

Tall and boxy isn't exactly efficient, plus Tom was "driving it hard" because he was late for dinner. I had a Ford Edge Sport with the 2.7L turbo V6. On the highway, I got the EPA 22 mpg, and up to 27 mpg if I took it easy. Combined was around 18 mpg. If I had more fun with it, yeah 15 or 16 mpg. Having owned many cars, with hybrid, rotary, naturally aspirated & turbo 4s, V6s & V8, turbos & performance engines are only efficient if you don't drive "enthusiastically"

[@bikebudha01]

@@cadsux The FORD Maverick gets 40mpg city... That's like 2.5 times the gas mileage. So it's not like Ford doesn't have the tech to improve gas mileage. At least for some versions of the Bronco.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Maverick is a completely different kind of vehicle, especially the hybrid powertrain. But that will work for many people.

[@bikebudha01]

@@DrivenCarReviews Oh yeah, the Mav is NOT an offroader like the Bronco, but it's 2021 man... 16pmg that's just so 1983....

[@cadsux]

@@bikebudha01 As someone who has owned 2 Fords, I'm aware of that. And I agee. I'm sure Ford will offer more fuel efficient and performance options as the brand progresses. I was explaining the lousy mpg, even in modern 2021 cars. Heck at $21k base price, I'd get the Maverick too. Why get an entry level compact sedan like a Civic? (Well, parking availability). Bear in mind 40 mpg is an estimate, not real world, "I'm in a hurry!" tested.

[@Slickheadhunter]

The seats in the two door fold flat, you have to lift the seat cushions up first then fold down the back rest down.

[@glennalexon1530]

"I'm driving it!", shouts a guy literally standing next to it.

[@DestDroid]

They did so much right, but there are definitely some areas for improvement. Base model steering wheel and some other areas of the interior need massive attention (the flex in the back for the hard top connections!), trail turn assist = an easier way to rip up the trail, swaybar disconnect should be included with the sasquatch package, and you can't get the sasquatch package with the 2.3L (yet) and choosing Goodyear as a tire supplier.

[@mechmat12345]

Complaining about the freaking steering wheel is beyond moronic. This thing is a home run. You can absolutely get the Sasquatch package with the 4 cylinder. You're repeating an unfounded rumor that was squashed almost immediately by Ford (i.e. last summer).

[@diabeticdoode]

So much better than the sport. I love the look

[@GHinWI]

Yikes, that door alignment at 5:00… In summary, that’s a lot of fuel burn for what will be used as a commuter car the vast majority of the time. I can imagine the horrible pedestrian accidents from the jabronis driving around on-road with the fender flares off “‘cause it looks better”.

[@kraenk12]

Since when do Americans care for anyone but themselves?

[@NemeanLion-]

The Bronco and Wrangler both have their pluses and minuses. Anyone who tells you either of them is better at everything is just a fanboy.

[@russelllieser4226]

Yes let's wait years to get the Bronco or a Jeep today. Sorry will never hurt jeep.

[@ivannarvaez367]

Love it, I think I’ll get one.

[@1Stunna2323]

Stayed for the fun fact. Was not disappoint.

[@bobjames874]

Great review. Thanks Tom.

[@mech-E]

The Lexus LX has a tight turn mode. So the bronco isn’t truly the only one with that feature, but it is the only one in class

[@EchoTangoSuitcase]

Yeah... Good luck with those engines.

[@ianthomas7863]

Love this review!! Thanks Tom. 👍👍

[@MercOne]

Ford has done the work here, now can we get the stock price up please.

[@greenhawk3796]

you gave the edge to jeep on the removable doors? you prefer a heavier door, losing your side mirror and then having to chain the door to a tree/leave at home? ooooookay lol

[@mateogalguera9089]

Fun to see the lovely Lynn Woodward briefly in the clip, she’s one of the best in the biz! (Along with you of course Tom)

[@ASVPXWolf]

Please release the Bronco with a white roof Ford!!

[@earlyetman5588]

Carlos Lagos in the house!!!

[@freed14760]

Loves his “S” sound!! Great review!!!

[@ericochoa4271]

1:58 Engineer: What do we know about Ford trucks? They're... zombies: Hmmrrrrgh! 🧟‍♂️🧟 Engineer: Built ford tough!!

[@edwardclement102]

I like the 2 doors, but it looks like Ford needs to give it more back seat room, like Chevy did with the 3 row Tahoe.

[@TopSecretVid]

Got mine on order...2door manual !!

[@RAF71chingachgook]

I live in Michigan. We don't have rocks to crawl. We have "jeep trails" but yawn. I don't do that. The only thing that can justify a bronco here is winter. No one is talking winter and snow. IF i get one I'd like to do something set up to tackle snow and ice. Perhaps a base with wider ice tires/wheels and a small plow for my 300' driveway? Maybe a winch? I see a block heater but not a cold weather package. FYI I am a designer at Ford. I worked on the little one... Should I pitch a Yeti edition for Bronco? (Skoda owns the name Yeti)

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Well, there is no winter or snow just yet so that's a driving impression no one can do. And tires make a huge diff as you know.

[@bartcanuck734]

I think Ford is playing the longest April fools joke ever…. 1.5 yrs. it will never be ready

[@octaviusgartor]

Do you think the Bronco will go electric

[@DrivenCarReviews]

It's a good bet, maybe electrified, hybrid or PHEV

[@swooshdave]

There was an offhand comment about the Jeep doors being easier to remove? Care to back that one up?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I have a Jeep review coming up that deals with it

[@swooshdave]

@@DrivenCarReviews Did you actually take the doors off the Bronco?

[@jamesireland6606]

I'd still like to see one with a 5 0 in it

[@MaxximumRage]

Can't wait to get mine!

[@91_C4_FL]

I have a reservation for one of these still. Is it worth moving forward without driving one first?

[@Mamo878]

Yes! Demand is incredibly high and so far the early reviews have been very positive.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

If you want crossover comfort you might not be completely happy since it's a truck and ultimately its roots show. But it's the most refined off roader I can think of when it comes to on road, similar to Jeep Grand Cherokee on pavement. Certainly better than 4Runner and Wranger. Also, the long wheelbase should be better, I drove the 2-door. Best of luck deciding.

[@91_C4_FL]

@@DrivenCarReviews I don't want a crossover at this time. I'm between the Bronco and Ram 1500. The longer wheelbase factor has come into my consideration because I commute on the interstate to work. I only need to move a mountain bike on the weekends but I want the aesthetic of a truck.

[@mechmat12345]

@@91_C4_FL That's a weird comparison. Those two vehicles are not competitive. A Ram 1500 would definitely be better on the highway, if that's all you care about. The Bronco will be smaller, more manageable in the city, and just a more fun vehicle.

[@91_C4_FL]

@@mechmat12345 They're both segments that are attractive to me. And I prefer the two choices over the Wrangler and F150, respectively. They're more similar than the 4-door sedan I currently daily.

[@People-Business-And-Ideas]

2021/2022, Model Comparison: Wrangler 0 vs Bronco 1

[@wissamalshaeer997]

This is a great video as always thanks tom, I have a question, Is Bronco out yet?

[@mechmat12345]

Yes. But you won't be able to buy one for a long time.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Deliveries have started. But there's a long line of pre orders that need to be filled.

[@majidosei2185]

So the SUV version of the Ford 500. check.

[@88cars]

amazing

[@miguelircontar]

Bye Bye Wrangler Hello Bronco

[@michaelh5055]

You are kidding yourself if you believe this is going to replace the Wrangler.

[@nah3193]

I'm surprised the cargo space in the 2 door is so awkward with the seats down. I have a feeling a lot of people will just remove the backseat altogether

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Or maybe one of them, that's what I would do. Actually, I'd just get the 4-door.

[@fzbones62]

Awesome video!

[@eloyreno]

02:03 “built Ford tough!” ...... 02:07

[@GarretSterling]

That was comical! And a lil sad. 😆😢

[@desimo147]

These are going to sell like hotcakes, as there is nothing else really like them out there, except for Jeep (which I think is smaller and of course older). Wish you could get the 5.0 V8 but I guess times are changing. The Bronco simply looks great and has the off roading chops to back it all up. These will be very popular models for Ford.

[@ssamcobalt4956]

Yes yes yes manual

[@PirateOffroad]

@tomvolek great review. A lot extra cool facts you added 👍

[@porsche558]

There not going to be an OJ edition LOL! That was the best fun fact!

[@DrSimpleBeauty]

Im glad Ford addressed it. Why do people think these are funny jokes? It wasn’t even OJs car.

[@daltonwindle4352]

**Jeep screaming intensifies**

[@axvarela]

Is there a steel roof version?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

No

[@chrismv102]

I've never wanted to do these rock climbing, testosterone driving experiences. A good vehicle with a shorter wheelbase to navigate two feet of snow and spring mud season.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

While I don't think there will ever be a Bronco or Wrangler in my drive, I do enjoy driving like this a lot. I really look forward to it and understand those that do it.

[@themightymrpink]

If only the rest of Ford’s lineup was as well executed as this new Bronco (With the exception of the new F-150).

[@kellysunseri-adams8550]

Ummm you high? The superduty line up is bad af, the mustangs are pretty bad ass too, they even have a nice looking electric mustang coming out. Ford has a fantastic lineup.

[@robertryan7204]

@@kellysunseri-adams8550 well let's hope they sell well

[@gen-x-zeke8446]

It looks happy like the F-150; as in a positive attitude with hidden powers. I see Jeeps all over the place (Off-Roaders clean and shiny...lol). At least they don't look like a family with squinted eyes or have those fake exhaust tips like everything else has gone to (What the Fk is that?). You guys notice how many, many different vehicles have very similar themes in their squinted headlamps and those fake exhaust tips? The open faces on Mustang GT 500, The Charger Hell Kitty, and Camaro had it before Chevy oddly retired them...hm... Everything has it. The Bronco looks like a Bronco, period. Just as the Jeep Wranglers do as Well. And perhaps the Jeep will struggle against Bronco's originality. **Sorry about the big comment, but this Bronco is the perfect carryover from 1996, but superior.

[@user-gr6qx3up6w]

I don’t understand why Ford keep putting these little turbo engines in everything. They don’t save gas and are a liability if you don’t buy new

[@denault3985]

Looks tuff but a bad release time since gas prices are going through the roof! Should have been released during the previous administration since fuel was more reasonable. Great presentation and photography by Tom of course!

[@Mamo878]

Um, didn't you notice that there was a global pandemic recently which killed millions of people and affected the global economy and manufacturing production and also caused oil demand to drop off a cliff? Wake up already.

[@elchucofried5683]

Gas prices will go down when the inflation gets better

[@mdjak3686]

Well done, Tom. Surprised you didn’t drive the 6 cyl. I know your time was limited but I’ve seen others who drove manual 4 banger and 6.

[@HandsomeAlex25]

Just wanted to let you know that in the thumbnail, the word "Warrior" is illegible because the video length covers it. You should probably put the text towards the top and right.

[@bubbajohnson8098]

Did anyone mention the $645.00 acquisition "fee"???? What!!!!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

That's for leasing but I threw it in there since Ford sets their website up for leasing in a very aggressive way.

[@byronrios4005]

Bad ass …….

[@curiously1510]

Looks like a set of impressive offerings, but I'm surprised the market for off roaders is large enough to justify the substantial investment this lineup must have required.

[@kenc2257]

You can bet that many people will buy this vehicle, and will NEVER take it off-road [just like many Jeep Wranglers],

[@curiously1510]

@@kenc2257 this is likely true. Personally, the only off roading my SUV has seen is when I accidentally went over a curb at the mall.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I find nothing wrong with feminine design. It's simply a descriptor. Lots of awesome cars have feminine design.

[@brownmcpherson5724]

Trail Turn Assist was presented as exclusive to Bronco by the Ford Rep.... My 2013 Land Cruiser has it!

[@mechmat12345]

The Land Cruiser is discontinued in the US so he wasn't wrong.

[@brownmcpherson5487]

@@mechmat12345 sadly true

[@dunphyjp]

Ford had a massive fail with me personally. I was the 1278th preorder, but cancelled after they said they’d offer the 2 Door Sasquatch with Manual Trans…. Then DIDNT! and to this day I still haven’t received my refund, I cancelled back in January after I was told I couldn’t get manual trans with the squatch pack,

[@mechmat12345]

They never said that, you just didn't listen. Someone literally asked on the first day of the launch and official Ford reps said it would not be available.

[@mastero21]

Lexus LX570 and Toyota Landcruiser have had turn assist for years. Nothing new!

[@DanMullenn]

Pete Carrol?

[@gene978]

As HOT and HUMID as Texas can be, I am surprised I see so many over weight Humans working in that heat.I know if I am 10lbs over weight I swell up, I hate the humidity Etc. ;)

[@glennalexon1530]

I guess "Explorer convertible" wasn't cool enough? BTW off-road should be hyphenated.

[@sequoia689]

Finally

[@TopSecretVid]

you cant get Sasquatch in manual..

[@ajyearby2425]

you can get the 4 cylinder with the 7 speed manual just not until Christmas or early 2022

[@66skate]

I think 2023 will be the time to think about buying. If you can get one now, you'll pay too much and likely not get exactly what you want.

[@mechmat12345]

If you're buying one now it's a pre-order so you are, in fact, getting exactly what you want.

[@66skate]

@@mechmat12345 I did that, but too many constraints. I gave up the painted top and still don't have much hope of getting a 21. I'm a 2nd day reservation holder and thought I'd get in. I gave up and bought something else.

[@marinoint]

I really love the styling of Bronco, but it's expected to be in the same price range as the upcoming new Mazda CX-50, which should be more refined to drive on paved roads. Hard decisions...

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I hope the Mazda is a lot less. It's pretty tough to order a Bronco for less than $40K once you put decent stuff on it.

[@mechmat12345]

Hard decision? They are not competitive vehicles. You either want an off roader or you don't.

[@DjdMenis]

O.J Addition...lol

[@thepavementendsnow1901]

Dude, the specs show basically the same rear legroom for 2&4 door, you are the first I have heard or read suggesting this and if you folded the 2 door rear seats properly the rears fold flatter than the 4 door? And the doors, Jeep has a better system, have you ever removed the doors on a Jeep, for one you have to unclip the electrical from the harness under the dash, the Bronco has a simple jamb mounted socket? I NEED what you’re smoking’! 🚬lol

[@ProjectFairmont]

Ditto for the Jeep door, they are not easy to work with. The frameless on board storing Bronco doors appear to be better.

[@russhendrix9674]

Its bad enough that it has a turbo 4 engine in a truck that will not last, but to add insult to injury to only get 16 MPG.

[@darrenhefford3722]

No matter what the configuration, n/a, turbo, super charged, if you drive it hard and fast, ( and that's what he said he did ), your mpg will suffer. I'm sure the posted 21 mpg can be attained, if the unit is driven prudently.

[@elchucofried5683]

Get 33s instead of 35s

[@charlesmack2078]

Found On The Road Dead and or Fix Or Repair Daily… Lolz

[@jamesm654]

Fuel economy is a total deal breaker for me

[@alexmoreno8156]

16 mpg…no thanks

[@chaleowin7732]

5 minutes to remove a fender? Uh, wow.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

No, about 30 seconds. Fenders and grille are all about 5 minutes each.

[@chaleowin7732]

​@@DrivenCarReviews OK, very impressive. I hope to never have to remove mine on mine...once I get it.

[@stephenhendricks103]

@@DrivenCarReviews Bet I could do it in less than 30 seconds using the edge of my garage door.

[@PianoBlackTrimRep.]

Great video but something is off about the way this dude speaks...it's like he belongs on NBC or something.

[@headcas620]

Toyota has had trail turn assist for a couple years now on the land cruiser. Wagoner is wrong. 😑

[@mechmat12345]

You mean the $85k Land Cruiser that's discontinued completely after this year? Ok.

[@michaelh5055]

Toyota also comes standard with a really cool feature that Ford doesn't. Toyotas feature reliability and quality.

[@ixibladeixi2639]

3 9 2

[@ehha21]

I just feel like there's too much going on in the build and it's going to end up with endless bricking codes or recalls

[@gearjammer3200]

16 MPG average is what I expect out of the 3.5 Hey Ford stop screwing around and put a 289 V8 twin turbo in the bronco and kill the jeep with a smaller engine so that you can gloat.

[@tysonduquette1414]

bye jeep!