2022 Ford Bronco Review

The Ford Bronco is easily one of the most highly sought-after vehicles on sale today, and it's not all hype. Its all-terrain prowess is impressive, even when compared to the seemingly unstoppable Jeep Wrangler. And just like the Wrangler, the Bronco 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.

You can get the standard Bronco with one of two turbocharged engines. Four-wheel drive is standard, and a seven-speed manual transmission is available for those who want to row their own gears. Even more exciting for off-road enthusiasts is the Sasquatch trim, which stands as a capable rival to both the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon and the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro. There are also tons of accessories from Ford and aftermarket manufacturers to customize your Bronco to your heart's desire.

The core Bronco lineup grows this year with the addition of the Everglades trim, which includes a few optional packages, plus a snorkel and unique graphics. You can also now get the Sasquatch package in conjunction with the manual transmission — a combo not offered last year. The big news, of course, is the introduction of the Bronco Raptor trim level. Like the F-150 Raptor before it, the Bronco Raptor is aimed at increasing the vehicle's high-speed off-road capabilities. Upgrades are highlighted by a more powerful V6 engine, high-performance Fox shocks, protective plates for the engine and transmission, and unique interior appointments.

There aren't a lot of other rivals with off-road chops like the Bronco or Wrangler. The short list includes the 4Runner and the much more expensive Land Rover Defender. The Bronco is easily our favorite in this rather exclusive class. Our Expert Rating clearly spells out why and also where some improvements can be made. Really, the Bronco's scarcity and outrageous dealer markups are the only reasons we'd look elsewhere.

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 checking out where it shines and where it comes up short. We also plan to find out who on the team most excels at cleaning crusted dirt off brushed steel. Check out our experiences with our 2021 Ford Bronco First Edition here.

The 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. 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: