2023 Ford Bronco

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The Ford Bronco is a highly capable off-roader that makes minimal sacrifices to on-road drivability. Downsides include fuel economy, wind noise, braking distances and some cheap-looking interior materials. Otherwise the Bronco is enjoyable to drive and easy to live with. From its character and design to its helpful drive modes and wide availability of its off-road package, the Bronco is the best buy among its competition for most shoppers.

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2023 Ford Bronco Review

byCameron Rogers^{Manager, News
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Pros

Impressive all-terrain capability
Pleasant on-road steering and comfort
Helpful technology features for off-roading
Offers extraordinary level of customization

Cons

Lots of wind noise at highway speeds
Lackluster fuel economy

What's new

New Heritage and Heritage Limited Edition appearance packages debut
Part of the sixth Bronco generation introduced for 2021

Overview

From the Toyota RAV4 Adventure to the Honda Passport TrailSport and Chevrolet Trailblazer Activ, the big trend these days is a crossover that looks like it has off-road ability — even if that's not necessarily the case. But what if you actually do need an SUV that can crawl over rocks, traverse muddy terrain and keep you riding high on the dunes? You might want to consider the 2023 Ford Bronco.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2023 Ford Bronco 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Now in its third year of production, the new Bronco is a truck-based SUV that's designed for off-roading. It's got four-wheel drive, plenty of ground clearance, and many available hardware add-ons to keep you moving over rough terrain. It even has a removable roof and doors, so you can drive topless for that extra bit of sunshine while on the street or tackling a trail.

Not much has changed for the 2023 edition of the Bronco, but buyers this year do have the option of selecting between two new retro-inspired Heritage Edition models (full details here). The standard Heritage Edition builds off the Big Bend model with the Sasquatch package, then adds a white roof and grille, plus unique wheels and plaid cloth upholstery. The Heritage Limited Edition is similar but uses the Badlands as a starting point and has a few special exterior details, along with leather/vinyl upholstery. Only 1,966 examples of each body style — two-door and four-door — will be produced.

Ford has also announced a new Bronco DR (for Desert Racer) but this appears to be a $250,000 V8-powered race truck and not something you'll be able to go pick up at your local Ford dealer and drive on the street. Regardless, we're impressed with the Bronco's strong off-road capability and consider it a great rival to the Jeep Wrangler, Toyota 4Runner and Land Rover Defender. Read our test team's Expert Rating to learn more about the Bronco's biggest hits and misses.

What's it like to live with?

We got our hands on a 2021 Ford Bronco First Edition and are excited to spend 20,000 miles with it in our long-term review fleet. We're putting the Bronco through its paces and reporting on what it's like to live with and how reliable it is. Check out our experiences with our Ford Bronco First Edition here.

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Performance

7.5/10

How does the Bronco drive? Whether you stick with the turbo four-cylinder or opt for the turbo V6, the Bronco has sufficient and smooth power for daily driving with a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission. The extra oomph from the V6 makes on-ramps and short merges easier and more fun, and the V6 Bronco reaches 60 mph from a standstill in 7.3 seconds, an average showing considering the big tires and four-door configuration.

Jumping hard on the brakes produces plenty of nosedive — normal for off-road SUVs — though emergency stopping distances were much longer than we'd like. From 60 mph, a panic stop took 146 feet — we typically see that kind of distance with heavy-duty pickup trucks. It should be noted that our test Bronco was equipped with the Sasquatch off-road package and its rugged tires, but other Broncos we've tested with less aggressive rubber only stopped a mere 10 feet shorter — that's still longer than we'd like to see.

The real star is the steering. Thanks to an independent front suspension, the Bronco's steering wheel relays confidence and stability to its driver at freeway speeds. While you shouldn't expect excitement on curvy roads, you'll appreciate that the steering on long-distance drives won't leave you fatigued.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the Bronco? While far from a luxury vehicle, the Bronco is more comfortable on the road than an equivalent Jeep Wrangler, its most direct competitor. The Bronco's seats feature better support and enough adjustments to reduce fatigue on long freeway drives. A truck-based construction means the ride is a bit firmer and bouncier than in other SUVs, but not enough to make you want to drive it any less.

The available, and effective, dual-zone climate control allows you to adjust the intensity of the auto setting, and the heated front seats work extremely fast, which is excellent if you've got the doors off on a cold day. The removable hardtop lets in a significant amount of wind noise at pretty much any speed, dragging down the Bronco's score in this category. There were also several rattles and vibrations during our off-road testing.

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Interior

8.0/10

How’s the interior? Like other off-road vehicles, getting in and out of the Bronco can require a decent step up or down, but there are plenty of grab handles placed throughout the cabin to help. We'd prefer the front grab handles be placed on the windshield pillars instead of the dashboard, but they'll do in a pinch. Inside, the generous adjustment ranges for the driver's seat and steering wheel will ensure that all controls and gauges are within easy view. We appreciate the large and chunky physical controls — their size and placement make them easy to see and use when you're wearing gloves.

Lots of headroom makes the Bronco's interior feel large. This feeling continues in the rear seat, even in two-door models, but accessing those seats in the two-door Bronco can feel like a pinch because the front seats don't slide forward far enough.

Technology

8.0/10

How’s the tech? There's the usual mix of standard and available driver's aids, including adaptive cruise control and exterior cameras. On top of that, the Bronco is available with a suite of useful off-road driver aids that can be individually controlled by experienced drivers or automatically deployed by the vehicle through different drive modes for novices. Unfortunately, we found some of the systems, including the adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist, are poorly tuned.

Otherwise, the Bronco benefits from the latest Ford infotainment and connectivity software. The center display boasts clean graphics and easy integration with Android and Apple smartphones whether you want to use a cable or go wireless. The stereo in our test vehicle had trouble covering up road noise at freeway speeds.

Storage

7.0/10

How’s the storage? The Bronco's bigger size compared to the Wrangler translates into a larger interior with more cargo volume. But the four-door Bronco has a touch less space than the similarly sized Toyota 4Runner. The Bronco's rear swing gate opens to the passenger side and stays in place thanks to a strut. On hardtop models, the rear glass folds up easily, but the soft top doesn't open as far and needs a prop rod to stay up.

Interior storage options are adequate, with an appropriate number of cupholders and nooks and crannies for personal items. The netting on the door pockets is too shallow for most water bottles. The front seatbacks on some models have Molle-style attachment points for hanging equipment.

An optional trailer hitch that includes four- and seven-pin connectors gives the Bronco the ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds. A trailer brake controller is not included but is available as an accessory. All Broncos can be flat-towed (all four wheels on the ground).

Fuel Economy

6.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? Because it's a newer vehicle with a 10-speed automatic transmission, we expected better from the Bronco's fuel economy. Four-cylinder Broncos have an EPA-estimated fuel economy ranging from 17 to 20 mpg combined. Similarly, six-cylinder versions range from 17 mpg combined to 19 mpg combined. Generally these figures are lower than those for comparable Jeep Wrangler models.

Our test vehicle, a four-door First Edition Bronco with the 2.7-liter V6, had an EPA estimate of 17 mpg. We were able to match that estimate in mixed driving, but aside from the Jeep's V8-powered 392, that's a lower estimate than any Wrangler you can buy.

Value

7.0/10

Is the Bronco a good value? Some people might be disappointed with a few cheap-looking interior materials in the Bronco, especially in higher-end models, but others may see the benefit to long-term durability when the interior is exposed to the elements. The Bronco delivers off-road hardware more broadly through its pricing spectrum than the Jeep Wrangler, providing greater access for shoppers at different price points. It should be noted, though, that our test vehicle was a First Edition Bronco that cost over $60,000. That's a big price tag, but thankfully it comes with pretty much all the standard and optional equipment that the Bronco offers.

Warranty and ownership perks are about average with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The corrosion warranty lasts five years regardless of mileage, and roadside assistance is provided for five years or 60,000 miles.

Wildcard

10.0/10

The Bronco offers praiseworthy capability and character in equal measure. Its rugged design looks cool without trying too hard. As with the Wrangler, removing the Bronco's roof and doors makes for a highly enjoyable driving experience, but the Bronco has more on-road appeal with its superior ride and handling.

The off-road driver aids not only welcome rookies, but tools such as the Trail Turn Assist add genuine fun even for seasoned off-roaders. And if getting a manual transmission wasn't a bragging right already, the Bronco does one better by giving you a super high-ratio crawler gear.

Which Bronco does Edmunds recommend?

The new Heritage Edition model gets our vote. It's based on the Big Bend trim (our favorite from last year) and equipped with the nifty Mid and Sasquatch packages, which include major comfort and off-road features, respectively. You also get a retro white grille and roof, plus white interior accents. All for just a little more than a similarly equipped Big Bend.

Ford Bronco models

The 2023 Ford Bronco is a four-wheel-drive SUV available in seven primary trim levels: Base, Big Bend, Black Diamond, Outer Banks, Badlands, Wildtrak and Everglades. Except the Everglades, which is four-door only, all are available as either a two-door or a four-door and can be kitted out with a long list of options, ranging from appearance and personalization options to different roofs to off-road hardware, wheels and other accessories. There's also an eighth trim called the Raptor, which adds a more powerful engine and a copious amount of off-road hardware. Highlighted features include:

Base:
Starts you off with:

2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 horsepower, 325 lb-ft)
Seven-speed manual transmission or optional 10-speed automatic
16-inch steel wheels with 30-inch all-season tires
Tow hooks (two front, one rear)
LED headlights
Hardtop (two-door versions) or soft top (four-door versions)
Digital instrument panel
Push-button start
Carpeted flooring and floor mats
Air conditioning
Cloth upholstery
Six-way manually adjustable front seats
Power windows and door locks
8-inch infotainment touchscreen
Seven-speaker audio system
Satellite radio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
Wi-Fi hotspot
Basic terrain management system with five drive modes

The Bronco's optional engine is a turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 good for 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. It comes with the 10-speed automatic transmission.

All Broncos also come with:

Hill start assist (momentarily holds the brakes to keep the Bronco from rolling backward at a stop)
Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
Hill descent control (keeps the Bronco at a constant speed while descending steep slopes)
Trailer sway damping (adjusts vehicle brakes to help control trailer movement if a trailer begins to sway)
Trail Turn Assist (can help the Bronco make very tight turns when off-road; automatic transmission only)

Big Bend
Adds some style and a few other features, such as:

LED foglights
Different grille
Tinted second-row and rear windows
17-inch alloy wheels with 32-inch all-terrain tires
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Additional console-mounted grab handle on the passenger side
Upgraded terrain management system with six modes

New for 2023 is a Heritage Edition package for the Big Bend. In addition to the Mid and Sasquatch packages, it includes:

Unique bumpers and fenders
Unique graphics
White hardtop
White grille
Skid plates
Side step rails
Plaid cloth upholstery

Black Diamond
Ratchets up the off-road capability with:

Heavy-duty front and rear bumpers
Skid plates
Black grille
Rock rails (prevents body damage while off-roading)
17-inch black-painted steel wheels
Prewired auxiliary switches
Vinyl upholstery
Rubber flooring
Seven-mode terrain management system

Outer Banks
A fancier version of the Big Bend trim thanks to:

Standard automatic transmission
Body color-painted door handles, fender flares and mirrors
18-inch aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires
Side step rails
Upgraded LED headlights
Contents of the Mid package (detailed below)

Badlands
Combines the Big Bend's features and the Black Diamond's off-roading-oriented features. It also has:

Upgraded LED headlights
Unique Badlands suspension
Front stabilizer bar disconnect (allows for improved wheel articulation for off-road driving)
33-inch all-terrain tires

For 2023, you can also spec a Heritage Limited Edition package to the Badlands. Limited to 1,966 examples each of the two-door and four-door variants, it includes Heritage Edition and Lux package upgrades plus:

Turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 engine
Metal Bronco badges
Unique graphics
Leather/vinyl combination upholstery with plaid inserts

Wildtrak
Builds on the Outer Banks with:

Turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 engine
Fox shocks with internal bypass dampers
Special graphics
Prewired auxiliary switches
Seven-mode terrain management system
Contents of the Sasquatch package (detailed below)

Everglades
The Everglades trim level starts with Black Diamond content and adds:

Four-cylinder, 10-speed auto only
Upgraded LED headlights
Unique exterior graphics
Unique front and rear fenders
Heavy-duty front bumper
Winch by Warn
Air snorkel
Vinyl upholstery
12-inch touchscreen
Contents of the Mid and Sasquatch packages (detailed below)

Raptor
The off-road-focused Bronco Raptor starts with Badlands content and the Sasquatch and High packages, adding:

Turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (produces 418 hp and 440 lb-ft of torque)
17-inch wheels with 37-inch all-terrain tires
Heavy-duty rear axle
Fox shock absorbers
Active exhaust
Unique exterior and interior styling elements
Paddle shifters

Here's what you need to know about the Bronco's main optional packages.

Sasquatch package
Optional on most trim levels, it adds more off-road capability thanks to:

17-inch beadlock-capable alloy wheels (beadlocks can secure the tire to the wheel to help maintain tire pressure at low pressure settings)
35-inch mud-terrain tires
Shorter final drive ratio with electronically locking front and rear axles
Lifted suspension
Modified fender flares

Mid package
Adds more tech and convenience via:

Proximity keyless entry
Ambient interior lighting
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
Voice recognition
Remote start (available only with automatic transmission)
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Lane keeping assist (steers the Bronco back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)

High package
Adds to the Mid package with:

12-inch infotainment touchscreen
360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Bronco and its surroundings for tight situations)
Extra sound deadening
Front parking sensors
Mirror-mounted approach lights and spotlights

Lux package
Requiring the High package, the Lux package adds:

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Ford and the car in front)
10-speaker B&O audio system
Navigation system
Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
Heated steering wheel
Wireless smartphone charging pad

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Elwood_B, 04/01/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)

Ford knocked it out of the park with styling and pre-release hype. Unfortunately, as is typical with Ford, they dropped the ball on execution. I was one of the lucky ones when it comes to timing. First day reservation, order placed in Jan/2021, took delivery in Nov/2021. Mine was a 2-door Outer Banks with 4-cyl in Area 51. The Bronco I received was for a Big Bend with 6-cyl in …

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Leggs4, 10/14/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Outer Banks 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A)

Had my 2023 ford bronco for under 20 days and now in the shop for transfer case motor broke. Can believe a new vehicle with 3 miles off show room floor in the shop. Hopefully I can get a new vehicle because this is not a good look for ford. We were looking to take a trip up north to try the 4-wheel drive option, but now that's a wash. No real good news if this may be a issue due to the … time of parts. Will update with new information soon. First off, I want to thank the sales personnel who helped us pick out our new 2023 Ford Bronco. Seating down and figuring out the process was what I expected from Beach ford, since I've bought all my vehicles from them. That's where everything went south, like really south with the bronco. After have the 2023 ford Bronco for 14 days only. The transfer case motor went out on a new bronco with off the showroom floor purchase. After two days for deliver and install. The vehicle had more codes that now we have to replace the entire assembly for the system. Again, a new off the showroom floor purchase with 3 miles. Now we are looking at a vehicle starting off with problem that I'm still having to pay for the purchase. Now talking to several personnel then on to the sales manager. It's really start looking further down south with the issues. Now, calling and visiting the dealership, it's the first-time hearing about the issue (Not really buying that). Now waiting on a call that management said will do in a couple of hours (phone is always on me). NO CALL! Now the repair on a new vehicle looks to be longer and my wife is without a second vehicle since we traded up to this vehicle. Now it really goes more south since the dealership doesn't want to pay extra for finding another vehicle but try to put us back in the 2023 ford Bronce that fail after 14 days. I've known and purchased vehicle in beach ford for over 20 years and now I feel like we are being shafted (using a better word than I feel is happening). I will make sure I ask the owners at one of the local functions that is attended, why this has happened. Update: Now that Beach ford really not looking at the costumer and just their pockets. They are asking me if I will pay the mark up value of cost from getting from another dealer. That should be something a dealer is willing to do if selling a new vehicle that has issues and not pass on to the customer. Again, this is a new off the showroom floor purchase. No customer should have to go through this kind of problem. I believe Beach Ford is trying to protect it's image as number one dealer instead of supporting the customer. The customer is why you are number one dealer.

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Bryan, 10/11/2022

2022 Ford Bronco Black Diamond 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M)

Purchased a 2022 Black Diamond Bronco and enjoy most of the car, however the electronics have not been functioning properly since Day 1. After a couple of visits to the dealer they identified the problem but the part has been on backorder with no estimated arrival date for over two months now. I see plenty of new cars arriving at dealers since, but somehow no parts to repair my already …

Worst vehicle ever

Travis P, 10/08/2023

2023 Ford Bronco Heritage Limited Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A)

I have owned the vehicle for a total of 3 months and it has been at the dealership 58 of those days. The parking sensors throw an alarm and flash a message on the dash and touchscreen that I’m about to hit something. This happens at every stop sign and red light. Service says there is nothing wrong with it claiming they have driven it and it doesn’t happen to them. On top of that the …

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2023 Ford Bronco Features Specs

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Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$34,095
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$272/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	22.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	four wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler's off-road credentials are unimpeachable; this is a vehicle that is largely synonymous with tackling trails and dunes that other SUVs won't dare. And yet the Bronco has burst onto the scene and essentially matched the Wrangler's prowess right out of the gate. The Wrangler has a slight edge in maximum off-roading potential, but the Bronco is the SUV that's easier to live with in daily driving. Read Edmunds' long-term road test of the Jeep Wrangler.

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Ford Bronco vs. Toyota 4Runner

The Toyota 4Runner doesn't capture the imagination of the buying public as much as the Bronco and Wrangler do, but rock-crawling aficionados continue to sing the praises of Toyota's body-on-frame midsize SUV. It's pretty old at this point — the 4Runner was last redesigned in 2010 — but it comes packed with the off-road hardware necessary for exploring the trailhead.

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Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport

They may have similar names and even a shared exterior design, but the Bronco and Ford Bronco Sport are very different vehicles. The truck-based Bronco sacrifices road comfort for exceptional off-road performance. The Bronco Sport, on the other hand, is a small crossover based on the Ford Escape. It's a worthy pick if you like the big Bronco's style but need something that's less expensive and more pavement-friendly.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Bronco safety features:

Blind Spot Information System: Warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse.
Trailer Sway Control: Adjusts the brakes to help control trailer movement if a trailer begins to sway.
360-Degree Camera: Gives you a top-down view of the Bronco and its surroundings for tight parking situations.

2023 Ford Bronco First Impressions

byConrad Trzeciecki

•11/03/2021

What is the Ford Bronco?

The Ford Bronco returned this year in its sixth-generation form with the promise of an exciting, off-road-focused SUV that would live up to the iconic nameplate. Bronco-mania feels as if it has started to wane amid manufacturing issues and tough competition from Jeep's Wrangler, which seems to add a new variant every few months to steal Ford's thunder. Ford has responded to the former with assurance that factory teams are ready to accelerate improved production procedures that should alleviate any issues with the hardtop Broncos. But, when it comes to the competition, we are delighted to report that Ford's response is to go racing, as is tradition for the American OEM.

Enter the 2023 Ford Bronco, which debuts in the new Bronco Desert Racer, or DR, trim. While most off-road trims in SUVs and pickups add bits like new shocks, all-terrain tires and tough skid plates, the Bronco DR is essentially a race truck. With its sights set on competing in the SCORE Baja 1000, the Bronco DR comes off the factory assembly line turnkey-ready for the grueling, high-speed desert venue. In the words of a Ford PR rep, "just slap some stickers on it, and you're ready to roll."

The Bronco DR will initiate production with a limited run of 50 vehicles in late 2022. The number 50 was chosen to pay homage to the brand's racing heritage and 1969 Baja 1000 overall victory, achieved by a 4x4 Bronco, which still stands today as the only outright Baja 1000 win by a 4x4. It also hints at the displacement of the engine underhood.

What's under the Bronco's hood?

The standard Bronco comes with your choice of turbocharged engines. The base motor is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. There's also a significantly more powerful 2.7-liter V6 with 330 hp and 415 lb-ft. Both are sprightly, but as the Wrangler 392 proves, there's palpable demand for back-to-basics SUVs with eight cylinders.

This is where we become cautiously optimistic for the Bronco DR. Ford has somewhat answered the internet's call and stuffed a 5.0L Coyote V8 — the same engine used in the Mustang GT — under the hood. It makes over 400 horsepower, and sounds righteous while doing it. Because the Bronco DR starts life as a four-door Bronco frame, this could potentially foreshadow bringing the Coyote V8 motor to a large-volume Bronco model. This is a factory-installed Coyote, after all, and if the mechanisms exist and the response is strong enough, why wouldn't they? Ford was coy over bringing V8s to their modern SUV and truck lineup, but with an F-150 Raptor R on the way next year (rumored to be driven by the Mustang GT500's supercharged V8), a Bronco Raptor or Bronco Raptor R seems like a realistic scenario to consider.

The factory modifications to the Bronco DR are far more extensive in its suspension and chassis categories. Being a desert racer, the truck is reinforced to handle the rigors of a full-length Baja race and aims to meet the demands of any hardcore off-road enthusiast. Starting with the suspension, Ford taps Multimatic to bolster the Bronco's High-Performance Off-Road Stability Suspension by adding trick DSSV dampers. We won't bore you with the numbers, but Ford is targeting 50% more front and rear travel compared to a four-door Bronco Badlands. It also sports 37-inch BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 tires, 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels and upgraded brake pads at each corner.

Cap it off with a 10R80 transmission and transfer case borrowed from the F-150, electronically locking front and rear differentials, huge air intakes, and a 65-gallon fuel tank resting below the cargo area, and you have a properly hardcore desert racer.

How's the Bronco's interior?

The Ford Bronco typically features a cabin design that is both durable and modern, expertly blending outstanding technology features with the rough-and-ready materials you'd expect of an off-road-capable SUV.

The Bronco DR is, ah, different. Beneath the resin transfer molded fiberglass body panels is a race-prepared interior that replaces the niceties of the road car with a safety cage, race seats, a MoTeC C187 display and a CAN data acquisition system. Naturally, the rear seats are replaced by a rear radiator and spare tire.

How much is the Ford Bronco DR?

Ford hasn't named an official price for the new Bronco DR but has mentioned that pricing should expect to start in the mid-$200,000 range. That's about four times what you'd pay for a well-equipped standard Bronco, but the cost to build a Baja 1000-ready truck can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. A turnkey racer straight from the factory, even at this price point, is likely to be a hugely attractive solution for a number of prospective racers.

Edmunds says

We're finally getting a Ford Bronco powered by a V8 — too bad it will be limited (for now) to the 2023 Ford Bronco DR. To start, only 50 units of this ultra-exclusive desert racer will be available, but we imagine Ford will answer the call if more buyers are interested. Check out our Instagram to hear a clip of this beast revving those 400 American ponies.

FAQ

Is the Ford Bronco a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Bronco both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.9 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2023 Bronco gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 40 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the Bronco ranges from 22.4 to 38.3 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Ford Bronco. Learn more

What's new in the 2023 Ford Bronco?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 Ford Bronco:

New Heritage and Heritage Limited Edition appearance packages debut
Part of the sixth Bronco generation introduced for 2021

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Is the Ford Bronco reliable?

To determine whether the Ford Bronco is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Bronco. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Bronco's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2023 Ford Bronco a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 Ford Bronco is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2023 Bronco and gave it a 7.9 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2023 Bronco gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 40 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Bronco is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2023 Ford Bronco?

The least-expensive 2023 Ford Bronco is the 2023 Ford Bronco 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $34,095.

Other versions include:

2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $34,095
2dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $34,890
4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $37,745
Big Bend 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $38,085
4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $38,540
Big Bend 2dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $38,880
Big Bend 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $39,575
Big Bend 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $40,370
Black Diamond 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $40,750
Black Diamond 2dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $41,545
Black Diamond 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $42,240
Black Diamond 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $43,035
Outer Banks 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $43,655
Heritage Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $44,305
Outer Banks 2dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $45,245
Outer Banks 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $45,745
Heritage Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $46,295
Badlands 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $46,895
Outer Banks 4dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $47,335
Badlands 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M) which starts at $48,685
Everglades 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $53,895
Wildtrak 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $54,580
Wildtrak 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $55,620
Heritage Limited Edition 2dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $66,895
Heritage Limited Edition 4dr SUV 4WD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $69,185
Raptor 4dr SUV 4WD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $76,580

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What are the different models of Ford Bronco?

If you're interested in the Ford Bronco, the next question is, which Bronco model is right for you? Bronco variants include 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M), 2dr SUV 4WD w/Advanced 4x4 (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M), 4dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 10A), and Big Bend 2dr SUV 4WD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 7M). For a full list of Bronco models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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