Would you consider the Ford Explorer Timberline over Bronco?

[bytheway]

Nope. If I'm getting an explorer it would be the ST. The 3.0L is a hell of an engine.

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[LostInArizona]

It's a nice addition to the line-up no doubt. But its not even remotely comparable to a Bronco, at least with regards to why most people actually want a Bronco. In other words, I don't think anybody cross shopping a Bronco would be looking at that at all. If I had to guess, the folks that would be looking at that are large families in mountainous regions like western Colorado that want a little more capability, but can't sacrifice the seating capacity. If you like that though, go for it! Its a nice looking ride regardless!

 

[KnoxGnater]

GTFO

 

[NurseDan]

I already bought my stopgap car a couple a month ago so I'm good until whenever I order my MY22 Bronco. However, If the Bronco (for whatever reason) doesn't happen, I'd briefly consider an Explorer. I do very much like that interior! Wish the Bronco had that "Forged Cypress" interior.

 

[Tricky Dick]

Useless for me. My wife would probably like it.

 

[TonyWonder]

Nope, looks cool though. Would consider it over a Honda Pilot.

 

[dgorsett]

I'm looking to replace my '13 Explorer in addition to getting my Bronco. The Timberline might work.

 

[Bronco6Geo]

Waiting for my May Ford delivery ETA email. My mom always said it’s good to keep your options open and always have a backup plan. I might consider the Timberline if my order gets pushed out to far in ‘22. Anyone else think this Explorer is a great consideration? It looks fantastic, looks capable (obviously not a rock crawler) or Baja Champion but it drives unbelievable well, tows +5,000 lbs (great camper) is available this summer and could be a good competitor to the Defender. I would love to have someone put this up against the Defender in real off road comparison.

https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2021/05/05/new-ford-explorer-timberline.html

I think it looks like a great 3-row crossover that will outperform most vehicles in its class, off-road. Being single, I definitely prefer the Bronco. I prefer body-on-frame SUVs in general and have had a thing for Broncos ever since my dad (who worked for Ford) brought a 1st gen home as a loner car when his lease-vehicle was in the shop in the mid 1970s.

 

[desibull]

Starting price point will definitely be high given they are adding on to a base Explorer..looks cant be a Bronco though...will wait until I get mine.....

 

[Loubiz90]

You can go get an explorer now, and anytime during the last 25 yrs. Bronco or...my 1990 Bronco for me lol

 

[Rubicon 2 Badlands]

Waiting for my May Ford delivery ETA email. My mom always said it’s good to keep your options open and always have a backup plan. I might consider the Timberline if my order gets pushed out to far in ‘22. Anyone else think this Explorer is a great consideration? It looks fantastic, looks capable (obviously not a rock crawler) or Baja Champion but it drives unbelievable well, tows +5,000 lbs (great camper) is available this summer and could be a good competitor to the Defender. I would love to have someone put this up against the Defender in real off road comparison.

https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2021/05/05/new-ford-explorer-timberline.html

As a loaner vehicle while my Bronco is getting serviced, sure.

 

[RedHotFuzz]

Not sure if it needed more lift… or different styling, but I’m underwhelmed with what Ford did here.

The new Z71 Off-road Tahoe seems to have accomplished this much better… from an aesthetic perspective at least.

What's the total square footage on that grille?

 

[Djdmustang]

Its def not a replacement for the Bronco but If someone needs a new car and cant wait a year........... well..... its a good option if you are not Mr. X games off road guy that needs a frame with lockers all around. Plenty of positives and Negatives to both vehicles. Looks like a great vehicle for me for a year until My22 and then magically transfer the Explorer in the wife's lap....... How do I get that to go my way? Hm???

 

[Bikeric]

No Way!! I'm 100% getting the Bronco for Off-Road and Rock Crawling capabilities. I have a lifted Tundra 4x4 now and use it for those purposes, but it's also a great truck. If I were to look at ANYTHING else it would be a Gladiator, but then I would have to trade in/sell my current truck, which I don't want to do. I need to keep my truck as a daily driver and tow rig (10,000 lb) for getting my MONSTER BRONCO to the trails.

 

[Dads_bronze_bronco]

I am buying the bronco for 1 reason basically...

I dont go offroad, I dont ford rivers, I dont even camp or fish, I dont even like to eat fish. I am an indoor cat and I dont apologize for it.

But Im also a tinkerer, I have a workshop in the garage, I love to build things and modify things.

I enjoy fitting more than 3 sheets of paper in my trunk, towing a trailer with lumber, having some ride height on the road, and I enjoy modifying my car, not because I want m0ar performance, but because I enjoy understanding the engineering, and doing the wrenching.

Also, I love open air vehicles. roof, doors, awesome.

So... no, I am not considering anything other than a bronco. It checks all the boxes. No spruced up offroad alternatives are even in my radar. If I wasnt buying a bronco, I would probably buy a GLE or something luxurious.

This - when my son's totalled Jeep was towed away, it was like part of me died having so many wrench hours into it. I have really enjoyed my JK for the same reason, and will be sad when it goes. I know it's modular, and the Mustang guys do all sorts of wrenching, so I am hoping the Bronco gets enough aftermarket to provide endless hours of garage entertainment (for good reasons).

Note though, that you will have to find a trail so you can test, adjust and use those mods or your journey is incomplete.

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