Confirmed: Manual + Sasquatch Bronco, October Build & Price!

[t3n2and4]

That's great in all but one has to assume it will be limited to the 2.3L Turbo engine and not the 2.7L Turbo. Given that Ford has a Ex Jeep Engineer on there bronco team I would think a 7 speed would be afford with both. I dislike assuming though but I would have to imagine that if the 10 speed auto bolts up to the 2.3 & 2.7 that a manual could do the same. In the end there is cost here and Ford wouldn't want to have 4 transmission for one vehicle. But 2 options would be nice, Thoughts?
I personally would like the 2.7 Turbo V6 with a 7 speed manual transmission. My 2013 Focus is a base S model with a 5 Manual it is a blast to bop around in. Fell in love a manual all over again.

Torque capability of the clutch is likely the more limiting factor from what I’ve come to understand about powertrain.

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[Bmadda]

That's great in all but one has to assume it will be limited to the 2.3L Turbo engine and not the 2.7L Turbo. Given that Ford has a Ex Jeep Engineer on there bronco team I would think a 7 speed would be afford with both. I dislike assuming though but I would have to imagine that if the 10 speed auto bolts up to the 2.3 & 2.7 that a manual could do the same. In the end there is cost here and Ford wouldn't want to have 4 transmission for one vehicle. But 2 options would be nice, Thoughts?
I personally would like the 2.7 Turbo V6 with a 7 speed manual transmission. My 2013 Focus is a base S model with a 5 Manual it is a blast to bop around in. Fell in love a manual all over again.

Bell pattern, starter mounting, and we can assume flywheel mounting, are COMPLETELY different on 2.7. Whole different trans case, and assume clutch and flywheel would be required. That would take some doing, and cost to make happen. Its unfortunate, but its reality that 2.7/mt aint happening...at least not year 1 for sure.

 

[rchapa8]

~$2,500 for the Badlands, since it already includes most of the Sasquatch add-ons.

Said it before, badland with x plan best deal out there. It has the SAS suspension with 33's. Couldn't you just add the 35's after delivery? Who actually needs the beadlock wheels?

 

[mikeandmiki]

Something I see happening as well when Build and Price goes live is a Sasquatch Package that is about $4k rather than $5k because many on this forum and elsewhere threw fits at that price point. I also see the options for the 10 speed auto and 2.7L V6 going down as well, hopefully by a substantial amount but would think a couple hundred max per option. Hopefully Ford is getting ready to knock our socks off with the options and options pricing.

If that's the case then the Wildtrak price should drop if the Sasquatch package is cheaper, right?

 

[Edelfin]

Something I see happening as well when Build and Price goes live is a Sasquatch Package that is about $4k rather than $5k because many on this forum and elsewhere threw fits at that price point. I also see the options for the 10 speed auto and 2.7L V6 going down as well, hopefully by a substantial amount but would think a couple hundred max per option. Hopefully Ford is getting ready to knock our socks off with the options and options pricing.

I'm crossing my fingers for some package price changes too. I'm fairly pessimistic over automatic costs going down. For other off-roaders, the upcharge is $2,000 - $2750 and the Bronco survey pricing is already lower than that.

 

[tshaw2009]

If that's the case then the Wildtrak price should drop if the Sasquatch package is cheaper, right?

One would hope lol.

 

[tshaw2009]

I'm crossing my fingers for some package price changes too. I'm fairly pessimistic over automatic costs going down. For other off-roaders, the uncharge is $2,000 - $2750 and the Bronco survey pricing is already lower than that.

Yeah I see the pricing for the Sasquatch package coming down way before we ever see the powertrain options getting lowered in price. But........there's always hope! After all, Ford employs Rockstars lol.

 

[Aman]

Said it before, badland with x plan best deal out there. It has the SAS suspension with 33's. Couldn't you just add the 35's after delivery? Who actually needs the beadlock wheels?

If it's really only the wheels, tires, and fender flares, then it's unlikely that I'll Squatch my Badlands. However, I'm happy to wait for Ford to provide more information before I make that decision.

 

[Aman]

If that's the case then the Wildtrak price should drop if the Sasquatch package is cheaper, right?

Ford has already announced the invoice price and MSRP of the Wildtrak, so I can't imagine they will change it now.

 

[Boxer4]

There really should be some transparency about this delay. With the average 10 year old able to program a rudimentary Build&Price, those rock stars are either milking Ford for more money or non-existent and it's an obvious lie. Ford could've said, "Due to the pandemic, parts supplies have been delayed further and the availability of some optional equipment is in jeopardy. In fairness to some suppliers, we are delaying Build & Price to offer them a chance to meet availability requirements and be included for customer selection."

My guess is that some of the manufacturers of the 200 accessories aren't at normal production capacity and asked Ford for more time.

Or is it that Ford is building an "awesome" B & P VR experience so that 12 & 14 year-olds can model and build Broncos that use over 200 cool accessories.

 

[mikeandmiki]

Ford has already announced the invoice price and MSRP of the Wildtrak, so I can't imagine they will change it now.

One can hope, can't one.

 

[BunkieDuster69]

Mr. Levine was probably looking at his calendar when tweeting that statement, and noted to himself, “ well technically— October is “by” September on the calendar.... ok... “by September” it is!

In all exclusive online purchasing seriousness, I am hoping Ford has invested in a new state of the art online B&P program, and are using the Bronco reemergence for new B&P Program Launch ?

..land let’s not forget about the B&P. Levine said by september?

 

[NewtoOffroading]

I expect every one of you people who called for this to put your money where your mouth was. Talk has been free let's see the $.

 

[DrewBronc21]

Torque capability of the clutch is likely the more limiting factor from what I’ve come to understand about powertrain.

cant wait to see how the 7MT holds up to modding because 400 wtq or more should be attainable on the 2.3 with bolt ons and tune and even more with Ethanol tunes, upgraded turbo etc.Hopefully the factory specs are very conservative.

 

[Bimmerxi]

My biggest question is still "what exactly comes with the sasquatch package". I feel like they havent been clear enough with it. They say it's got a special suspension and a 2" wider track. Doesn't have different control arms or is this just because of the 35s being wider and the wheels being more offset?

I think its shocks, wheels and tires and that’s it.

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