I’ve got a 2 door Bad Mansquatch. 2022 with 16K. I’ve taken 3 long road trips (TX to CO and TX to UT) and the rig is very easy to drive at 80 mph. It is loud though, so I upgraded the base sound system.
The manual was the main reason I pulled the trigger on a Bronco. I’ve still got a ‘13 Land Cruiser which is very capable and quiet, but lacks the fun factor. The Bronco manual is very good. I’ve never had any problems with it and the crawler gear is great for serious off-roading (Imogene Pass, Canyonlands). The power is more than adequate, but it’s no Cayenne (a previous, misguided purchase).
The last manual jeep I drove was a ‘64, so I can’t comment on their current manual.
The seats in the Bronco are very comfortable to me, but I’m only 5’9”. The Marine Grade vinyl is great, but it does get hot.
All in all, I’m happy with the manual and the 2.3. I only have the hardtop and have only taken the front panels off. I have installed the severe duty steering package. The interior, outside of the seats is flimsy, but I can live with it.
The manual was the main reason I pulled the trigger on a Bronco. I’ve still got a ‘13 Land Cruiser which is very capable and quiet, but lacks the fun factor. The Bronco manual is very good. I’ve never had any problems with it and the crawler gear is great for serious off-roading (Imogene Pass, Canyonlands). The power is more than adequate, but it’s no Cayenne (a previous, misguided purchase).
The last manual jeep I drove was a ‘64, so I can’t comment on their current manual.
The seats in the Bronco are very comfortable to me, but I’m only 5’9”. The Marine Grade vinyl is great, but it does get hot.
All in all, I’m happy with the manual and the 2.3. I only have the hardtop and have only taken the front panels off. I have installed the severe duty steering package. The interior, outside of the seats is flimsy, but I can live with it.
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I have looked at Jeeps before and they just never did it for me....I always found something I didn't like enough not to purchase one (especially that dreadful interior that makes you feel squished up against the dashboard. Talk about the worst ergonomics ever. UGH). Since 2007 I've been driving BMWs. Mostly "M" cars and then finished in 2022 with an X3 SUV. Was going to get a Defender then test drove one and I was appalled at the quality, especially at that price point. Ridiculous. Then my Bronco arrived, after about 1.5 years of waiting.....I almost gave it up cause I had forgotten about the reservation I made ages ago. Then, I succumbed to a test drive just for giggles....and I giggled on the way home with it 
I was just blown away at how well designed it was - and still am (minus those stupid floppy windows we all have.....you'll understand when you get yours).
