Positive features/aspects of the Bronco that you were not expecting

[jaruss01]

Thought this would be a fun thread for those that have put in some seat time

I’ll kick it off - this is stuff that I either did not anticipate during the waiting…or things that I appreciate more than I thought

-Front cabin space - Given the boxy design, I love how the corner of the A pillar is very up and away from your face. The side windows are also very upright and there’s significantly more side glass extending out towards the corners…like there’s 6” of more glass where it meets the top of the A pillar compared to other vehicles with raked windshields…the Bronco simply feels very spacious for its size. It actually makes my XC90 feel cramped. Also when you roll down the window it feels much more airier than you would imagine. Honestly, probably my favorite unique feature of the interior as it feels very spacious and so few vehicles are designed this way

-Lowish beltline. You could comfortably rest your elbow on the window sill. A feature that is becoming less and less common on modern car designs

-Basic ergonomics. Dedicated HVAC controls. My hand seamlessly finds its way to the volume knob and AC controls. Nothing is buried in the screen. Nothing has been reinvented or overengineered

-Wireless apple car play. Did not think I would appreciate it this much. I find myself often YouTubing specific songs that come to mind if I want to start bumping out. Can’t live without it.

-Household plug. Awesome for mini fridges, tools etc. We have found good use for it and frankly it’s a nice little safety net knowing you could simply plug whatever you want into it.

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[CJ1064]

Drives like a dream on the highway @ 75/80mph even with aftermarket tires.

 

[RagnarKon]

It's pretty amazing just how fast and seamless both the lockers and the sway-bar disconnect features work.

 

[EBG]

The female navigation voice is kinda....sexy.

 

[JRock17]

I am amazed at how easy the soft top is to operate. At first the clips for the windows and some finer points felt clumsy, but now I take it down and put it back up in just a few minutes. Way easier than any jeep I have ever owned. I do have IAG soft top struts which do help, but overall its much easier than I ever thought it would be. Very pleased and amazed at the sheer engineering of the thing!

 

[PSUTE]

Park my wrist on the gear shit and I can adjust the radio volume...

 

[Nectar]

I like that there is a built in cooler and beer bottle opener. Lol, it's the little things

 

[Joez60421]

The 7 speed is fantastic, I wasnt expecting it to be as good as it is.

MPG better than expected. First 750 miles I'm averaging 20.9, badlands non sasquatch 2.3 7 speed.

Rides much better than expected on the highway. Especially for how short the wheelbase is.

Locker engagement is instant. I'm used to my Toyotas that blink at you for a bit before everything meshes.

 

[pony2bronco]

Actually hitting the stated 17mpg, in a heavy FE, while in sport mode.

 

[JT58Bronc]

The front seats in Basesquatch are super comfy- I love the seats. The ergonomics overall are excellent. I was worried if I would have enough steering wheel telescoping and the front seat would go back far enough for my super long legs. I have the wheel maxed out as far as it will go although I am super comfy, just right.

Also, the handling, ride, and steering are awesome. Excellent visibility too. Performance much better than expected with 35" tires and also better than expected MPG. I expected 17, getting 21.5.

 

[Beach_Bum]

Two items come to mind that haven't been mentioned. The MGV seats are super comfy. I was pretty critical during the pre-production spy shot days such that I was the one that spied the Soul Glo staining. But I love them. They can get hot in the sun, but I have a towel on my seats most of the time due to living at the beach.

The second item is more of a confirmation of the design instead of not expecting it and that is the purposeful longer doors on the 2-dr forcing the B-Pillar further back. It creates an unobstructed view out of the peripheral vision and the feeling of a roomier driving experience. In my Jeep, I would have the seat all the way back and the B-Pillar would be against my shoulder. In the Bronco, the B-Pillar is behind my shoulder with the seat all the way back.

 

[mikey_photo]

The second item is more of a confirmation of the design instead of not expecting it and that is the purposeful longer doors on the 2-dr forcing the B-Pillar further back. It creates an unobstructed view out of the peripheral vision and the feeling of a roomier driving experience. In my Jeep, I would have the seat all the way back and the B-Pillar would be against my shoulder. In the Bronco, the B-Pillar is behind my shoulder with the seat all the way back.

Totally agree on the B-Pillar on the 2dr. It makes a huge difference being pushed back a bit. I think it also adds to the topless experience making it feel even more open.

 

[Beach_Bum]

Totally agree on the B-Pillar on the 2dr. It makes a huge difference being pushed back a bit. I think it also adds to the topless experience making it feel even more open.

And I can't wait to have proper roadster door inserts for when the doors come off. Here in Florida, our seasons are opposite from those up north. Summer is unpredictable with rain, hotter than heck, and buggy. I'd rather have the top/doors on during the summer. Winter on the other hand, when we are in the dry season, there is beautiful weather with low humidity to enjoy with the top/doors off.

 

[Beach_Bum]

The 8"/12" screen difference had me concerned during the pre-production days. I saw the 12" screen in the F-150 at the Orlando Auto Show and just had to have it on my Bronco. That requirement pushed me into considering the OBX and higher trims. Being in allocation purgatory forced me to order a "holdover Bronco" at a new dealer for MY'22. Still wasn't willing to drive a Moar Door so the order was constrained requiring the MIC top on a 2-dr, but I had ordered a Black Diamond as it was still fully capable but didn't have the High/Lux constraints. Took delivery of my Black Diamond 6 months after ordering and the screen difference of the 8" is a non-issue.

 

[XirallicBolts]

Visibility is amazing compared to modern cars. Rides nice and when in eco, my 2dr SAS gets 18mpg average mixed.

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