If you are on the lookout for rugged SUVs ready to tackle any terrain, and at the same time, give you that incomparable open-air experience, the 2022 Jeep Wrangler and 2022 Ford Bronco are definitely your top choice.
These two legendary vehicles share many similarities, and they all have rich histories. With unique retro designs that will undoubtedly stun every onlooker, the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco are undeniably the off-road-ready SUVs to take while on trail-tackling adventures. This in-depth comparison will help you find which one of the two offers superior capabilities and a sensational convertible experience.
The Big Break
For 2022, the Jeep Wrangler gets a series of mild updates as it maintains the JL generation introduced in 2018. Added to the SUVs’ lineup is the all-new off-road-oriented Willys model available only on the four-door Unlimited body style. This model comes with the Xtreme Recon package, an off-road package that features a 1.5-inch suspension lift and 17-inch wheels, which houses massive 35-inch all-terrain tires. This romp-ready model also boasts enhanced brakes, blacked-out exterior touches, and a 3.6Liter V-6 engine as its standard powerhouse. For the Ford Bronco, there are no noticeable updates. This is not a surprise, given that it is still fresh from its resurrection in 2021.
Power and Transmission
One of the upsides of the Jeep Wrangler is its extensive powertrain options. Buyers are faced with quite a number of engine offerings; it’s hard not to find one that suits you.
The base models of the Wrangler come with a 3.6Liter V-6 engine that pairs with a 6-speed manual transmission or an optional 8-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting mode. This engine puts out 285-hp and 260 lb-ft of torque.
You can also opt for an optional 2.0Liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with hybrid assist paired to an 8-speed auto transmission. It delivers 270-hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
In addition to these engines, there’s also an available torque-rich Turbocharged 3.0Liter diesel V-6 that produces 260-hp and 442 lb-ft of torque. It combines with an 8-speed automatic transmission and is available on four-door Wranglers only. Higher models of the 2022 Jeep Wrangler can be had with a 6.4-liter V8 that makes 470-hp and 470 lb-ft of torque or the 4xe plug-in hybrid powertrain with two electric motors and a total power output of 375-hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. Of course, irrespective of whatever engine powers your Wrangler, four-wheel drive is standard.
For the Ford Bronco, there are just two available engines, the standard 2.3Liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that partners with a 10-speed automatic transmission to deliver 300-hp and 325 lb-ft of torque. And there’s the optional 2.7Liter twin-turbo V-6 that puts out 330-hp and 415 lb-ft of torque for those who desire to take things up a notch. The latter sends power to all four wheels via a 7-speed manual transmission. Typical of a genuine off-roader, Four-wheel drive is standard across the Bronco’s lineup.
Both vehicles boast exciting engines, but the Wrangler has a more powerful V-8 engine. You should consider leasing the 2022 Jeep Wrangler if you like your SUV with more power.
Handling and Performance
Despite being an off-road SUV, it still has to deliver a refined on-road experience because life is not always about adventures; when fun time is over, you’ll need a vehicle fit for day-to-day activities. And this is where the Ford Bronco rules the Jeep Wrangler.
The Jeep Wrangler has had the better of this segment for a while, as the only unrivaled off-road SUV that offers a fantastic experience given its removable roof and doors and retro-styling. However, the revival of the Bronco brings serious competition for the Jeep Wrangler. The Bronco has proven to offer a better on-road experience with its satisfactory steering response, sublime handling, and spacious, more practical interior. In terms of performance, the Jeep Wrangler gets the Lion’s share owing to the more powerful engine found in its higher models. Jeep Wrangler models with the base engines hit 0-6mph in 6.1seconds. Those with the 4-cylinder hybrid are slightly slower at 6.5seconds, while the 4xe model tops out with at an impressive 5.5seconds. On the other hand, Ford Bronco models with the more powerful twin-turbo V-6 completes 0-60mph in 6.3seconds. For a better on-road experience, consider leasing the 2022 Ford Bronco.
Fuel Economy
This segment of off-road-worthy SUVs is not a place to seek fuel-efficient cars. The Jeep Wrangler happens to be the most fuel-efficient owing to its hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Meanwhile, asides from these electrically assisted powertrains, the diesel-powered Wrangler is the most fuel-efficient with an EPA rating of 22-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway. In comparison, the most fuel-efficient Bronco gets an EPA rating of 20-mpg in the city and 22-mpg on the highway.
Interior
There are certain features you would want to see in SUVs of this nature. When on the road, you’d like a quiet interior, while a practical and comfortable one with easily accessible amenities is ideal when you are in a rugged terrain. While the Jeep Wrangler can be noisy, the Bronco is quieter, more practical, and much roomier. The interior of the Jeep wrangler gets luxurious as you climb up the trim levels. It is adorned with circular air vents, optional ambient lighting, and a highly intuitive infotainment system, with a 7.0inch touchscreen display.
Ford keeps the interior of the Bronco simple, with few elements that do the job. It features a more extensive standard infotainment system, and you can also get the optional 12.0-inch touchscreen display for a wider view. In general, more exciting features come standard in the Bronco than you’ll get in the Wrangler.
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