I think there are going to be many versions of a "10 Things I Hate About You" Bronco list.10 Things I Hate About The New Ford Bronco
Trim levels and limitations. I'm with you on this. Some of the trims allow adding on packages and others don't. Why not just have less trims and let you add on packages to any? Base model, Badlands and Outer Banks. Base is for the "BIY" (build-it-yourself) crowd. Badlands is the one for the off-roading, OB is the one for less heavy-duty off-roading. You can add leather or Lux or whatever to any.
Rear wiper. I noticed that was WTH(?!) too small early on. Made me wish Ford did more of a side-to-side swisher like you see on buses (or busses for those who prefer).
Rear A/C vent. Really surprised Ford didn't utilize the center console. Run a conduit under and up the back side with a split vent that allows each half to be directed as needed.
Antenna. This one looks like one of the most obvious oversights. Couldn't an antenna have been integrated literally anywhere? Windshield, roof support rails, whatever. How does such a tiny antenna seem to fit in any other car? I will be putting in a little stubby rubberized antenna so I can still listen to KODJ, KENZ, KXRK, KZHT, KBEE, KJMY, KSFI, KBER, KHTB, KLO, KRSP or KAAZ.
Towing. I know this has been litigated to death, but some way to tow say 4,500 on the 2-door and 5,000 on the four-door would make the Bronco an even more useful adventure vehicle. The Escape can handle 3,500 for crying out loud.
Fuel tank size. This is a Ford trademark. I guess they make small tanks so that you feel better that it doesn't cost so much to refuel. I suppose there isn't room for even three more gallons? Maybe there are still lawyers working for Ford that remember the Pinto days.
Interestingly, for me, the one that might suck the worst is the rear A/C. No one wants to listen to cranky people for the whole trip.
Sponsored