I think I see rear curtain airbags if so that's a big safety improvement over the JL.
Came across these posts so thought this topic with confirmation from @laj.tuxmek about side curtain airbags in the Bronco’s rollbars ?
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All it takes is wrecking once on the freeway to completely change your perspective on how important crash test ratings are. Ask me how I know...
Small overlap is important because it is (allegedly) how most accidents occur (rarely does a driver hit head on because if you're awake and not a psychopath you're going to try and avoid whatever you're about to hit.)
I also pay attention to the passenger side performance. Wasn't easy finding a girl that would stick with me and I ain't about to lose her like that.
Small overlap is important because it is (allegedly) how most accidents occur (rarely does a driver hit head on because if you're awake and not a psychopath you're going to try and avoid whatever you're about to hit.)
I also pay attention to the passenger side performance. Wasn't easy finding a girl that would stick with me and I ain't about to lose her like that.
Ford, hope yoir listening and not too late to make this way safer than Jeep. I didn't buy a jeep due to crash test so lets make this a solid. Good post
Corrected info: all 2018-forward Jeep Wranglers will now have standard side curtain airbags which are mandated by NHTSA Rule FMVSS No. 266 to be on all vehicles produced on or after September 1, 2017
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Hey everyone, long time lurker, first time poster here!
Anyone with access to a Ford rep (or a rep themselves) know when we'll see crash test results?
Sitting on an FE reservation, been waiting a REALLY long time for this rig. The wife and I always wanted a Wrangler but we've got little ones and want to be able to take them to the trails with us, but could never get past bad crash test ratings, if you can't get out to the trails safely, what's the point? For all you hardcore off-roaders, apologies for the family-oriented post (I know these things are truly meant for the trails, will be built like tanks, etc.).
For those who don't know: 2014 JK Side Impact = "Marginal", Head & Restraints = "Marginal"
2020 JL Small Overlap = "Flipped!?!"
Not to mention the death wobble, lack of modern safety equipment, etc.
So - what do we know? When do crash tests typically come out for a new vehicle? Ford typically builds their trucks and SUVs to a high standard, especially on safety - thus our optimism. While we both originally wanted a JK (then a JL) we're now 100% Bronco devotees, it's perfect! But can we expect to know more about safety before we need to start pulling the triggers on our reservations? For the price we're paying, we all deserve a safe rig.
Never apologize when it comes to family. We’re curious about the same question.
I'm curious to see how the airbags in the Bronco work. The name seems to imply that not only do they cover the sides, but also the roof. If that's the case, then that's a huge improvement over the Wrangler.
Resurrecting this thread
Do we have anymore color on how the “safety canopy” works? It says front and rear but unclear if that’s both above and to the side of the occupants heads?
Also do we know when/if/required? Ford will release crash test results? Would we have this before we place our orders in December?? Not sure if a car company could even legally take official orders before releasing crash results. But who knows. Very important question that should probably be tweeted to Levine if there’s uncertainty
Do we have anymore color on how the “safety canopy” works? It says front and rear but unclear if that’s both above and to the side of the occupants heads?
Also do we know when/if/required? Ford will release crash test results? Would we have this before we place our orders in December?? Not sure if a car company could even legally take official orders before releasing crash results. But who knows. Very important question that should probably be tweeted to Levine if there’s uncertainty
The new generation 2018 Wrangler had front seat side airbags as standard equipment and the prior gen Wranglers this was an option---no Wrangler has ever had side curtain airbags, the only vehicle currently being built without side curtain airbags.
Europe tests of the JL...
https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/jeep/wrangler/34192
Just for comparison here are same tests on a ford focus!
https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/ford/focus/33017
Probably the Wrangler is fine for small impacts. In more extreme situations you better be in a Focus even if you have to face a Wrangler!
Hopefully the Bronco will be closer to the Focus on safety!
https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/jeep/wrangler/34192
Just for comparison here are same tests on a ford focus!
https://www.euroncap.com/en/results/ford/focus/33017
Probably the Wrangler is fine for small impacts. In more extreme situations you better be in a Focus even if you have to face a Wrangler!
Hopefully the Bronco will be closer to the Focus on safety!
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lack of safety and steering problems are two of the main reasons I don't have a Rubicon in my driveway right now. Having to add all the new sensor tech as extras while just about any other car gets them standard is just insulting to the customer.
My 17 year old son (and eventually my 13 year old daughter) will be driving it, eventually with friends. I want all the modern safety tech that's available.
That roll over in the test is just ridiculous and no airbags in back is crap. That's where the kids sit with any family!
Add other nonsense like little rocks getting caught between the Wrangler fender flares and the body, rain pouring in from that gutter when you open the door (why do they even have a gutter there, hardly any other car has that anymore) and some other things, I'm glad a foot injury and then covid shutdown prevented me from buying a Wrangler. I'm 100% sold on the Bronco, I will never encounter a trail where IFS would make any difference to me.
I love the wranglers, always have, but I'm glad Ford is going to deliver something where I don't have to run out and replace parts and add rubber hoses to fender flare gaps and all that. Competition is good, it'll be interesting what Jeep does with the next upgrade.
My 17 year old son (and eventually my 13 year old daughter) will be driving it, eventually with friends. I want all the modern safety tech that's available.
That roll over in the test is just ridiculous and no airbags in back is crap. That's where the kids sit with any family!
Add other nonsense like little rocks getting caught between the Wrangler fender flares and the body, rain pouring in from that gutter when you open the door (why do they even have a gutter there, hardly any other car has that anymore) and some other things, I'm glad a foot injury and then covid shutdown prevented me from buying a Wrangler. I'm 100% sold on the Bronco, I will never encounter a trail where IFS would make any difference to me.
I love the wranglers, always have, but I'm glad Ford is going to deliver something where I don't have to run out and replace parts and add rubber hoses to fender flare gaps and all that. Competition is good, it'll be interesting what Jeep does with the next upgrade.
Really curious about this myself.
Might be a dumb question but out of the 2 door or 4 door is there one that would seem safer? More cargo space in the back better for rear collisions? I know we don’t have official answers but just looking for some knowledge and some educated guesses. Gonna have the wife and kid with me a lot. Im expecting this to be safer than a jeep but still hoping for great things.
Might be a dumb question but out of the 2 door or 4 door is there one that would seem safer? More cargo space in the back better for rear collisions? I know we don’t have official answers but just looking for some knowledge and some educated guesses. Gonna have the wife and kid with me a lot. Im expecting this to be safer than a jeep but still hoping for great things.
Ford has been pretty notorious with satisfactory safety ratings as a priority. I’m excited to see what they come up with.
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