The 2021 Ford Bronco: Finally! | RATED | Ep. 201

[@danielprivate7442]

Sharing buttons and switches with other Fords might make it feel less "truly special"...but it's also the reason millions of people will be able to afford it. This is Ford, not Pagani. It's a silly criticism. Everyone expects Ford to do this.

[@williamwillie4008]

Amen to that... All car manufactures do this, cannot reinvent the wheel every time and expect to sell cars.

[@728GT]

True

[@burton926]

When building a new platform from the ground-up, there is opportunity to modernize and make everything new and special. Yes, they will need to spread the cost of tooling through their model lineup, but it can still launch on the Bronco, feeling special where it needs to, and become a parts bin source for future models that follow in the already proven success of this model. Look at the mustang: it has aircraft-style toggle switches throughout the center console, a bespoke gauge cluster reminiscent of the original pony, and still commands a market-leading introductory price tag.

[@questioner1596]

I prefer parts sharing because I'm more likely to find the part I want in stock at the auto parts store or auto wrecker. My old F250 needed a power window switch. All these trucks get stripped immediately when they get to wreckers, so I grabbed a switch from a Windstar minivan and it worked great.

[@kotimoto]

Advantages of sharing parts are cheap to replace and repair

[@bcbw07]

Bro, Ford is about to kill it in these coming years. Bronco, Mach-E, electric F-150, and transit vans. Great content Zack and Dave! I’m happy Rated got a second season!

[@redmoon714]

Don’t forget about the Maverick.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

How about killing it with some actual cars.

[@saiyan2525]

Mavrick!!!

[@steveawesome9538]

@@exothermal.sprocket People want crossovers, suvs and trucks. Look at the sales figures. I kind of wouldn't mind having a Taurus SHO or a Fusion to go along with my F150. Or a Mustang would be nice too. But everyone wants cross overs, suv's and trucks.

[@txredkim867]

Ordered a Maverick, Lariat Hybrid, Cactus Grey. Got my production date & vin# this week

[@BrendanEvan]

Just realized you could own a Mustang and a Bronco and have a complete garage, both Fords, both horses

[@cajungoat]

My Garage is actually a Horse Stable or as they call it in Italian a Scuderia.

[@tealcformerfirstprimeofapo22]

@@cajungoat yea lol its a stable at that point

[@jannadrielcervo7753]

So, is it why Ford wants to buy Ferrari in the 1960's, because it has a horse as well.

[@keepkalm]

Horseless carriage with a horse name. And horsepower.

[@nolan122]

That’s what I plan on once In a few years, bronco and a GT350

[@justfr4nk468]

**Chevrolet screaming intensifies**

[@bobhope2607]

They literally made the blazer into another Ugly ass SUV. Fumbled that bag.

[@scottroberts5529]

Same wth there trailblazer which was also major disappointment

[@jnzkngs]

Thank God they screwed that up. I would rather see the new S10 Blazers being driven around by middle-aged women who don't yet understand they're going to end up in the poor nursing home, than to see full size "blazers" commercially available designed specifically to sell to the entitled pieces of crap that they would be marketed toward. And God forbid you try to modify the vehicle in any way shape or form lest you have the entire dash lit up like Christmas and pride month combined. NO! The full size Blazer is dead. Let it rest in peace.

[@justfr4nk468]

@@bobhope2607 well blazer turning into an hideous SUV was inevitable without the guidance of bronco's styling, without the bronco, Chevrolet had no idea what the blazer should be, and just decided to turn it into a Camaro in high heels and enter it into the competition with Ford's escape or mitsubishi eclipse, BMW X3, literally all boring cross over SUVs, who have the off road capability of clearing a pebble while still scratching their bumpers, but yeah bronco is winning for now even though I'm not a ford guy, but I've to give it to them this time, well played ford but here's the thing, Chevy might realise soon what ford is doing and might turn the blazer back into a proper SUV, I mean that's what happened in the 70s, I wouldn't be surprised if it happens again, oh boy that would be really interesting and fun to watch

[@justfr4nk468]

@@jnzkngs yeah you're right, nowadays Chevrolet is just a boring brand with no spice, but here's the thing blazer started off after the bronco was released, and it broke records in sales, and if history tells me something, blazer name could return in upcoming years, and who knows it could be electric, and don't forget their brother Hummer, they came up with a pretty cool electric off road vehicle, and blazer can be adapted to that platform, and I wouldn't mind seeing an competitor for the bronco, otherwise it's just boring

[@sage11x]

This is by far the best coverage I’ve seen about this launch. Besides the silly comments about the switch gear which I’ve chosen to ignore.

[@dj_laundry_list]

Can't wait to buy a used one in 15 years

[@abassi1173]

😂 good luck these will prob hold value like old Taco’s 😢 😭

[@TrashHeapCustodian]

Yeah, sure would be nice to be able to afford a new vehicle and also a house lol

[@kevn99]

I’m too old to wait. Gonna hopefully put one together for 2023.

[@dj_laundry_list]

@@kevn99 Thanks for taking the depreciation hit for me

[@fastec5]

I see these being this decades FJ Cruisers, sell well, perform better than Jeeps, then hold value like a mofo lol.

[@aaronburratwood.6957]

No wonder it took so long to come out, Ford designers thought of a lot of stuff. Wranglers where I live are the new minivans. I’m glad there will be an alternative.

[@forgetfuljade]

I see a jeep of ANY year about every block it feels like. Even my coworkers have had it, or still do.

[@egolli2158]

An alternative minivan😂

[@aaronburratwood.6957]

@@egolli2158 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂 exactly.

[@jmakhlouf422]

Same here in North Texas. It’ll be nice to see some Broncs mix it up.

[@casualsuede]

Here in kansas it's a chick car, and not the hardcore offroading women, but the suburban mall rate teen type.

[@jakespeed63]

American made vehicles this good are LONG overdue. Love all the little quirks and Easter eggs. As for the critics, do you really know what goes into designing a vehicle at this level??? Well done video

[@aaronburratwood.6957]

@J B That’s why it works, probably why it has a manual trans option.

[@egolli2158]

This is basically a Wrangler with independent suspension, saying stuff like this is overdue is misguided. This is designed to compete directly with an American vehicle that already exists and is very similar.

[@AlumarsX]

Zach this kinda format really fits you. Convince the producers to make it 4K tho lol

[@motondska]

"Everyone has some sort of Bronco memory" - Yeah, mine was watching OJ Simpson cruise down the highway.

[@nazz2406]

Duude! Lol

[@OffTheBeatenPath_]

Same comment on every new bronco video

[@motondska]

@@OffTheBeatenPath_ "Everyone has some sort of Bronco memory" is on every Bronco video or are you posting that on every Bronco video. Either way I'm impressed you have time to go through the comments section of every Bronco video!

[@OffTheBeatenPath_]

@@motondska Butthurt #1

[@WarriorsPhoto]

At the end when you all mentioned that everyone has a Bronco memory. That was what hit me the most. I have said memories and love the Bronco for them. Thank you for doing a review.

[@thespicemelange.1]

I had a 84 bronco. It was my first vehicle. I bought it from a guy that was an ASE mechanic at Linton Ford, he also was an Okeechobee dirt track racer here in Florida. He bought it from his uncle where it was used as a highway patrol vehicle in Nebraska. Needless to say when I got it it was very tired and needed a new motor. So I took it down to Modifications Unlimited here in Palm Beach county. They told me that it had a Jasper stage 1 racing engine in it. So they called up Jasper and got another one, this is back in the day when you could get one for less than 3 Grand. It was a beast! That thing would pull the front tires off the ground. Too bad my brother wrapped around a tree years later, he couldn't handle the horsepower. From what I learned, don't ever let anybody borrow your baby, EVER!

[@mgleebs2]

Fantastic concise content. Perfect work zack!

[@NeoS281]

Great review, Zach! I reserved day 1 and ordered the Badlands Sasquatch 2-door in cactus grey. I am one of the Jeep Wrangler owners you mentioned. Looking forward to taking delivery!

[@zackklapman3569]

What made you change teams? Just curious.

[@NeoS281]

@@zackklapman3569 Well this is my third Wrangler (modified 2017 2-door Sport S) and I love it. But I’m looking for a little more tech and I like that the Bronco comes factory-backed with 35’s, lift, and upgraded gearing. Unfortunately the recently announced Recon Xtreme Wrangler only comes in 4-door. If it was optioned as a 2-door, that would most likely be my next rig.

[@tom72545]

FINALLY.... Zack is Back!

[@Zanpaa]

Great video, good job Zack and Dave!

[@WyattWill]

YES. Zack is back!

[@ddbtube2138]

thousands of bronco videos, search no further, this is the best on the net.

[@ilopancharov]

I find it odd...When the original Bronco was on the roads 40 years ago plus some...nobody gave it a second glance, now EVERYBODY wants one...weird

[@JeepCherokeeful]

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[@DeLorean4]

I totally agree. Before most of the buying public got into trucks and SUVs, these were mostly disposable items. The design budget seemed to match as well with the abundance of shared components, flat glass, and flat sheetmetal on the first generation.

[@spewgilist]

Early Broncos have been pretty hot for quite a while. I recall them drawing crowds at car shows starting in the mid-eighties. Uncut ones especially.

[@Gltokensp06]

This is how powerful is a motivator nostalgia is, regardless of if you experienced it yourself or not. Plus this thing just looks cool so that definitely helps

[@MrRaitzi]

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[@TakoIbarra]

I came for the Bronco, but stayed for Zack Klapman.

[@ramrodson5461]

The new Bronco is just awesome, Ford hit the mark with this thing and the sport. Zack is a true car guy, keep up the great work sir.

[@wbhandy]

These two make a great combo. Very entertaining. The Bronco is pretty cool too

[@un1b4ll]

This is the first video I've seen where Zack was working off of a script, and damn, very good job. And I could watch Dave talk about cars all day.

[@DDMSteveB]

Nostalgia is an inescapable and desirable drug. I want a new bronco. Quite a lot.

[@sterling3164]

I was on my way to a campsite and I passed all of these broncos headed to this demo on Saturday and then back on Sunday. So cool!

[@pixelking_871]

LMAO 🤣 this "Just Wednesday! You seen my Saturday Driving" lol I'ma be driving all wheely Neely when I get my 2 door White Bronco

[@taylormoats2099]

I don’t even like American vehicles but Ford absolutely nailed it with this Bronco. Millions of these will sell.

[@Ben-Rogue]

I hope we get these in New Zealand. The Ford Ranger is hugely popular here due to a large amount of the population living rural. I'm sure a Bronco would appeal to a segment that want something more capable and with more features

[@wulfenacht666]

I have a 1985 square body Chevy s10 Blazer 4x4 and I was sad when the new blazer cameout. 🤦‍♂️ I don't like Ford. But I give em credit for keeping the old design mixed with the new Era. 😬

[@HandsomeAlex25]

The fact that you're watching this video shows you have at least some interest in something you "hate"... Not liking Ford is weird tribalism, and we all know it. Every manufacturer makes good cars, and they all also make some wretched cars. It would be really great if everyone could go without brand loyalty and just get the best car that suits your needs and desires, regardless of the badge. It can be really freeing to open up to all the choice across the entire automotive landscape.

[@akishot6735]

Real fair review! A good amount of Bronco stuff is filled with hype and not much else. Sure the switch gear was a dumb critique, but overall really honest feeling review.

[@sixtyfiveford]

Look neat and I want one, but are way to popular to be cool. These are going to be everywhere. That being said, I can't wait for these to be old and all the soccer moms to stop driving them. 20 years from now should be about right.

[@ekscalybur]

The only thing I'm worried about is those complicated drivetrain components and 20 years of use. If Ford managed to figure out how to make those last forever with proper maintenance, then it'll be a for sure classic.

[@DDMSteveB]

Imagine worrying about thinking a thing is cool that people have universally accepted as cool.

[@2011blueman]

I think it's too expensive and tall to become the new soccer mom vehicle (the popular soccer mom vehicle right now seems to be the Kia Telluride). These are going to likely take the lion's share of Jeep's market share once people are able to start test driving them against the Jeep and realize the IFS is so much better.

[@thadlm2698]

@@2011blueman 😂….If I see another Kia Telluride in the Starbucks drive thru line I’ll scream……

[@thadlm2698]

@@DDMSteveB Your comment is spot on….that’s hipster type thinking. People worrying about what’s cool and trying to be anti-cool but all the while being the very embodiment of conformity.

[@johnt6673]

Love the two door with the sasquatch package. That is the one I would get.

[@GR4Corolla]

Hey Zack, about your comment on the fender flares not being paint matched. You can actually option to get them paint matched!

[@zackklapman3569]

Aw man. I didn't see any there in that spec. That is indeed good news!

[@kie-skatemods4141]

Dave did a good job explaining about the vehicle

[@steveo8424]

Yay! Zach! Awesome! Killing it!

[@HandsomeAlex25]

The demo of the disconnecting sway bars was revelatory. Really neat tech!

[@TheHyggeHaus]

Love this production format

[@aaronbehindbars]

Dave's a fucking legend! I'm glad I got to meet him a few years ago and experience his driving capabilities out at Rally Ready! He would make an excellent host host for a program.

[@LucklessGun]

The new technology on the Bronco has given the driver new tools to improve their driving experience, by removing much of the more tedious aspects of off-road driving.

[@Xilv7]

Oh, crap. Zack has his own show. I needed to know about this. NICE!

[@kl4prez]

would've liked to have seen some off-road footage of using the 7-speed with the crawler gearing

[@HandsomeAlex25]

I have a feeling that it wasn't available to most journalists on this event...

[@grahamstefaan]

@@HandsomeAlex25 it was. Ford for some reason wants to highlight the high trim off road. I bet the 2.3 manual lacks Rubicon level chops.

[@davidsteinhour5562]

Big views for Zack in the first twelve hours. Go get em boii!

[@Paulinthewyld]

I cancelled my Defender order for this! Can’t wait!

[@hypergarage8595]

great decision

[@chaleowin7732]

I'm not a fan of red, but that Bronco looks sexy in red. Great looking SUV.

[@explorer8888]

Great review! 2:20 Is that a RAM mount? Factory installed? If factory, they thought about everything! Nice.

[@MicahB98]

I just love the base model with the steelies, also prefer the base headlight cause it looks like the original 🙏🏼

[@srirachasauce8430]

its definitely the coolest escape you can buy

[@PeteJab]

That red one looks awesome.

[@mattslatts5464]

Competition is good and i love that jeep now has a real challenger

[@mrgmc6314]

Both engines have better output than my 5.3 v8 tahoe lol .... I cant wait for my black sasquatch base model with the manual transmission....

[@daxxhex8546]

2.3 Or 2.7 which one to choose 🤔

[@DeltaTeam199]

The one you drove on the road is the exact one I want!

[@samtimo3002]

Patrol owners when they hear electronic swaybar disconnect: "i am the electronic disconnect"

[@deejayimm]

A racing driver saying tech doesn't ruin the off-road experience, would be like me telling him that traction control enhances the track driving experience. Hop in an old Jeep, or Samurai, or four wheeler/side by side. Tech absolutely ruins the off-road experience. It does sometimes increase capability, but whether or not you make it up that hill is not the point, it's how you got there, and the way you interface with the machine thats fun.

[@Aheitchoo]

Dave you freaking nailed it. I want a Bronco now.

[@susanhansen4453]

Good video! Thanks! I can't wait for mine to come in!

[@THELOVEOFMYLIFEANDY]

After this awesome video, you my friend, have a new subscriber.

[@MrGflan]

Haha that was an ultimate bromance moment there lol

[@twany442]

I truly enjoyed your point of view. 👍💯

[@5stardave]

The only Bronco memory I have is watching the OJ Simpson low speed chase.

[@brandonevans4142]

I think people are ready for something besides a Jeep. 4 door jeeps with a small lift and 33s on black rims are everywhere and its kind of annoying.

[@egolli2158]

Lol, these will annoy you soon as well.

[@shonmountbatten-tabernacle4665]

They should test it's offroad abilities at one those tracks over in Australia.

[@ajinpjseph4014]

Looks modern while maintaining its roots

[@simoncrabb]

I wonder how this compares size wise to the new Landover Defender? And if they'll bring this to the UK?

[@WyattWill]

It's embarrassing that Chevy/GM could've done something like this with the Blazer and given it an LS/LT engine option. Ford is definitely winning as far as interesting new cars that people want to drive and buy.

[@doxydoxdelamanca9902]

About the 10spd gearbox, yeah, pretty much right on the money. If it's the same one found on the F150 Raptor, which I can't imagine it wouldn't be, it is a clunky thing. On a cold start and go, from third to fourth it's thumpy gearbox when shifting.

[@geoffamon9462]

Nice work Zack!

[@Yourlocalandy]

great words from texas dave at the 7:00 mark.

[@trout4x4]

Will the Bronko be available brown under

[@cybermavrik]

6:30.... thats an excellent county road where i grew up.... that thang looks incredibly small inside.. great review 1st half of the video

[@ericpurnomo8173]

Cant wait to have this into my garage

[@quantumphaser]

And no Electric version for a 2022 vehicle design! Now THAT is forward thinking, Ford. Bravo!

[@BenSpies19]

MPG?

[@NigelsModellingBench]

As an owner of a Ranger Raptor here in the UK, after 5 recalls and a faulty turn signal that ford cannot fix I wish I'd bought a Wrangler. FFS, Ford make vehicles so complex even their own techs cant fix a turn signal in three weeks!!!

[@kevinmckinzie]

A 12-minute review that doesn't start until after 6:20

[@TheTankss]

I’m here for Zac then the bronco

[@markcrooks1631]

My biggest disappointment with the Bronco is the MPG, they would be lucky to get 17 MPG with the version they were driving in this video, likely getting only 15MPG yet no mention of that factor. Considering Ford are releasing a Maverick with 40 MPG. I was hoping for something a little better at around the 20mpg for squatch and 25 with smaller AS/AT smaller tires, even an average MPG for the SUV or Truck class would have been fine. It's a shame Ford didn't think of a way to make the Bronco much lighter but still keep it's strength for off roading to increase the MPG for the smaller engine and for the inevitable hybrid/battery option that will likely come later.

[@eujeniu8527]

Hey, why not to mention the mirrors which stay in place vs Jeep?!

[@burton926]

This is the review content I need. Kinda bummed I cancelled my reservation during the economic uncertainty of Covid. I am curious if these will become as ubiquitous as Wranglers and Subaru Outbacks in the mountain states. I have no doubt they will hold their value, but how long before the cool factor is lost as you look for your "personalized" Badlands package within the sea of other Broncos in the Costco parking lot?

[@BrogeKilrain]

I am amazed Toyota did not four to FJ Cruiser and missed this best seller segment ?? And you know I would not break down on trail 😆😆

[@Justdigit2]

Whaaaa what an awesome car.... Bronce revived... Unfortunately I will never see it here in Europe. 😏

[@BenasTei]

I wouldn't be so sure about that. There is a huge salvage import scene in eastern Europe. 2-3 years, and you will be able to lay your hands on one of them. Start saving!

[@Justdigit2]

@@BenasTei ghehehe its going to be very expensive then..... In the Netherlands a Mustang Mach 1 costs 137.000 dollars (97.000 Euro) instead of 53.000 dollars in the US. All because of environmental taxes and that bullshit...

[@2011blueman]

You might see an electric one at some point.

[@Justdigit2]

@@2011bluemanWe already have Mustang E here.... But who wants an electric car. I don't.

[@2011blueman]

@@Justdigit2 You live in Europe, so I'm not sure you're going to have an option much longer.

[@horrido666]

The achilles heel of the Wrangler is the cab noise. You can not have a conversation with the passenger w/o raising your voice, hard top or soft. How does it compare to the new Bronco?

[@GALANTXVR4]

So lots of editions. Will there be a OJ Simpson limited edition?

[@ChrisDriven]

Could this be considered a truck and would anybody actually be sick of them? A lot of people would have them for a reason, it’s such a great vehicle

[@affordabledcgenerators1607]

Hey Chevy, you should watch this the next time you want to resurrect the Blazer. This is great but still only 80%. Cant get the cool manual with the large engine. Real trucks have solid axles. Sorry guys, all your tech isnt going to help swap CVs on the trail when they pop with those big tires. Who gets the soy pencil pushers to review a legendary off road truck?

[@Kalepsis]

I love it. Now give me an electric one.

[@brendaalpert6171]

jeep thinking "why didn't we do this before"

[@jimmysando99]

The comment regarding the sway bar disconnect being revolutionary isn't completely true. Range Rover Sport has had a similar feature since about 2007 where both the front and rear sway bars can be hydraulically stiffened into corners to reduce body roll, or slackened off for off-roading. Though the car handles it automatically rather that there being a switch.

[@sd-yk9sq]

how is the wind noise with hard top + sound deadening material compared to wrangler jl hard top?

[@w0wsuchdoge]

They talk about the sway bar disconnect like Jeep hasn’t been putting those in jeeps for literally 15+ years

[@darnellrobeson4761]

Forgot to mention the little Bronco ll of the 80s they were popular.

[@thinking500]

Great review!

[@arminabdi]

they should put Zack's name in the title or thumbnail so I know If I should click or not.

[@grahamstefaan]

Everyone has a Bronco memory. Yep, I know what OJs is.

[@Gilbertmk2]

Have people forgotten that the 4runner has had a disconnecting sway bar for a while now? KDSS?

[@thedonhugo79]

I see harlequin Broncos in the future

[@racechassis]

Yess Zack 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@dharshankumar2522]

When his biggest problem is not getting enough customisation for a drink in starbucks

[@makatron]

Ford sat down and made a list of improvements they could do over the Wrangler that cost barely nothing to implement.

[@dominickatx478]

Oh no! The off road Jeep competitor isn’t that great on road. Wow. Thanks Zach.