Practicality of a Bronco

[Lakelife36]

A Bronco is a poor substitute for any pickup even when you add a trailer. If you have more than occasional use for an open bed but need interior room then as one above did, go Gladiator....or Ranger, Maverick, Santa Cruz, Colorado, Ridgeline

That depends on the actual use of the open bed though, not just the frequency of it. Especially with the removable roof allowing us to haul tall items in the vehicle.

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[Wanted33]

To be honest Dave, they are two different animals. I went from a F-150 Platinum to a Jeep Wrangler. I called my Platinum my rolling recliner. The Jeep ain't that, and I expect the Bronco won't be close either. I test drove a Bronco Big Bend a short distance, and it was more like the Jeep than it was my F-150. It did ride, and drive a bit better than the Jeep though. Not to disuade you from buying a Bronco, but there is that if it's important to you. Good luck on your decision.

BTW, 6 months after I bought the Jeep I couldn't stand it any more. So in Sept. of '20 I ordered a new Ranger STX. Like someone else said I've had a truck of some kind for so long I couldn't adjust to not having one when needed. Yeah, I'm pretty weak........

 

[edgeflyer]

A Bronco is a poor substitute for any pickup even when you add a trailer. If you have more than occasional use for an open bed but need interior room then as one above did, go Gladiator....or Ranger, Maverick, Santa Cruz, Colorado, Ridgeline

To be fair, a gladiator is a poor excuse for a pickup too.

 

[Kevin W]

Thanks guys, its either keep the F150 or the Bronco. I don't need a new vehicle , just really like the Bronco.

Get the Bronco, I doubt you will be disappointed.

 

[RainbowStix]

rent a Trailer for those biannual Home Depot runs, problem solved

 

[MudMonsterRacin]

First post here lol but Im in the same boat. Sell my 2003 low mileage mach 1, or trade my 50k mile 2016 f150 supercrew. Im gonna trade my f150. I love my truck but i want a bronco more. The two things i need my truck for can be done with the bronco. I need to eventually get a utility and or an enclosed trailer for my sons dirt oval kart, which i current haul in the bed of my truck. Im getting a trailer anyways because hauling the kart in the bed is a big pain in the arse. Ill also need a basket to haul deer when i shoot them, but that no biggie. It will have less room in the back than my truck, but Im not riding back there lol. i have a work car 2013 focus i daily drive so my mustang and truck are both weekend warriors so no worries about gas prices.

 

[kreuselh]

I'm in 2019 4 door F150 going to 4 door Bronco ( if it ever gets built). If I need to haul something (which regularly do) I'll pull a small trailer. I have no regrets in the decision as I'm looking for a fun retirement vehicle that I can haul my grandkids around in.

 

[ABorges]

I’ve been facing a similar dilemma. This will be my next vehicle (moving on from a 4Runner) and I would really use the practicality of a truck, not to mention the large crew cab back seat for the kids. The wife is pushing that we need the truck too. But shoot, I’ve wanted a Bronco for a long time so screw practicality!

You won't be disappointed, I had a truck I've had the Bronco since December has been a lot of fun!!

 

[VoltageDrop]

Either way, just look at those beauties!

I second the idea of buying an older truck for occasional usage. The silver lining of these fuel prices surging is that used truck prices might start to come back down to earth!

 

[pfbz]

I have a 2011 F150 Supercrew Ecoboost. Bought it new, it has been an amazing truck... Hauls five adults in limo-comfort, blasts up mountain passes, the flip-up-flat-floor rear area is PERFECT for more delicate cargo or my dogs, the bed (bedrug + tonneau cover) is great for mountain bikes, skis, motorycles, supply runs, dog crates, or whatever else I need moved.

The 2-door Bronco is a ton of fun, but is woefully not practical. the rear seat space is ok, but access is hard. Storage, even with the rear seats folded down, is so-so. With the roof panels off and stored in the back, I think I can fit more costco-run supplies in my Porsche 911 than the Bronco :-O.

I'm sure a 4-door Bronco would be somewhat more practical, but I've already come to terms with the reality that a Bronco, 2 or 4 door, will absolutely not replace a super-crew, tonneau-covered-bed pickup for my needs.... It is a ton of fun however!

 

[KDTX]

I traded my 2015 Tundra (huge backseat and truckbed) for my 2Door Bronco.
I seldom had people in the back seat of the truck - just stuff and groceries.
I did use the truck bed frequently. I do have a small trailer so that won't be missed.
I LOVE the size of the Bronco, zippiness and maneuverability over the Tundra. It is just all around better!

The biggest drawback on going from a truck to the Bronco will be the ability to easily haul nasty stuff:
gas cans
a tire needing repair
mulch bags
plants
occasional 2x4's, etc.

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