Jeep is responding to the Sasquatch package

[BroncoKong Jr.]

You probably don't pay attention to Jeep media and events.

Take off your Ford-blinders and look around.

Do you think Jeep Wrangler fits 35" tires without a lift as a coincidence? Just random that Jeep engineers designed the Wrangler to fit 35" tires without a lift and then offers 35" tires? Wow, what are the chances? What are the chances it was discussed last year, over and over, and at one of the Jamborees, and then it actually happened? Discussed before the Bronco, and happened. Incredible.

Amazing it's happening in the JL's fifth MY, right after the Bronco comes out

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[Dillhole]

This is exactly what Jeep needed and one of the reasons I'm so glad someone, Ford, finally stepped up to the plate. Competition drives innovation which is something Jeeps been lacking on for a few decades. Jeep got too comfortable being the only show in town and now that's about to change. It's why I'm here instead of at the Jeep dealer buying a JL to replace my JK.

The next handful of years should be exciting in this vehicle segment.

 

[Runningwaters]

Ford needs to start pumping out these Broncos soon or they’re gonna lose their upper edge.

 

[Brongo]

But only for Rubicon?

 

[Dillhole]

But only for Rubicon?

That statement right there drives home how huge the Sasquatch package is being available on ALL trim levels. Of all the build issues and weird item lockouts the Sasquatch is the one thing they really did right.

 

[Garemlin]

I'd be willing to bet the Wrangler will have rear seat removable roof panel and body mounted mirrors in a few years.

 

[Killed By Death]

I'd be willing to bet the Wrangler will have rear seat removable roof panel and body mounted mirrors in a few years.

If they did that I'd order one right now. As mentioned earlier their 8 speed ZF is NICE!!! People don't seem to be to impressed by Fords 10 speed.....Before someone says it I know....Get a manual....Can't, bad knees

Plus they need to redesign their stupid fender flares that are concave on top and catch rocks

 

[VictoryLights]

Depending on how they price this it could significantly close the gap between the two. The Bronco still has advantages, but the Sasquatch package was the biggest difference IMO.

 

[da_jokker]

First couple of sentences..


For 2022, the Jeep brand will offer a new 35-inch tire option for the Wrangler. The addition of a 35-inch tire on the Trail-Rated Rubicon model

 

[VelocityBrew]

I like this! Should make for some great back and forth

 

[Jwall]

While it is only available on the “rubicon” model, there is a large spread of options on the rubicon. You can get one with the small screen, no heated seats, plastic bumpers, cloth, only soft top, etc.
Basically, you can get a rubicon optioned like a sport (very basic), or a Sahara (all the options).

 

[Jwall]

For sake of the argument...you can get a “base” rubicon equivalent, or a loaded up one.

 

[internationlriders]

Speaking of competition, now if only Toyota would step up to the plate with a serious off road offering, that I would jump ship for but I would be completely surprised if the next 4runner has anything bigger than 32" tires.

 

[Dirty Bronco]

Happy to see Jeep is continuing to push forward with advancing their product... half doors, V8, white tops, 35 inch tires from factory... you'd be silly to say Ford didn't push them to make these moves. I understand Jeep has offered some of these in the past but low and behold the Bronco gets announced and all of a sudden Jeep has more updates than they've had in years.

The 35" tires appear to be only available on the Rubicon as of now. If this changes and Jeep offers it in a package across all trim levels I'd be anxious to see how it goes. I agree that many people will still favor the look of the Jeep and getting 35" tires from the factory will be amazing. However, to the casual consumer who will lightly be using their rig to off-road (if at all) I expect the Bronco to win out due to IFS comfort. SFA is rough enough on the highway to the average consumer... couple that with 35s and it amplifies everything. The true diehard off-roaders will still pick whichever fits their means because ride comfort comes second but what percentage of those are going to keep the stock suspension/tires anyways?

 

[Ryuk]

Gotta laugh at the Smug Anti-Jeep hate in this thread
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https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/5-28-bronco-production-update-e-mail-dealer-insight-faq-.17151/

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