Ford's Bronco was an enduring staple of the automotive industry for some time before it was pulled from the market. After a hiatus, the Bronco has been brought back better than ever, with all-new features, an open-air design, and some of the most aggressive off-road capabilities in the industry. Fans will be keen to visit a NY Ford Bronco dealer to test drive and own one of the most highly anticipated 4X4s of the last few decades.
For thirty years, the original Bronco graced roads across the United States as a favorite SUV in the Ford lineup. However, the Bronco was removed from the lineup in 1996, only to return for the 2021 model year. Fans will be thrilled to finally get behind the wheel of this SUV, especially with all the new modern features and amenities. To find a Bronco, visit us at DePaula Ford in Albany, NY, your local Ford dealer.
Ford's very first compact sport utility vehicle made its way onto the market back in 1966. This was Ford's first open-air SUV, directly competing with Jeep vehicles on the market at the time. Even more, this was the first-ever model to make use of the term "sport utility vehicle." It didn't just have the title, though; the original Bronco lived up to being an actual sport utility vehicle, capable of not only being able to traverse off-road but also tow, plow, dig, and winch.
Initially, the Bronco was a three-door SUV with a front driver and passenger side door and a hatch in the back to access the bed. As for performance, Ford's popular SUV was oftentimes powered by a large V8 engine, capable of producing just under 300 lb-ft of torque. Over the next 20 years, Ford maintained a three-door design and began refining the powertrain with a smaller engine, a larger wheelbase, and improved technology and safety features. Ford would accommodate production of the Bronco and its improvements up until 1996 when it was discontinued.
A quarter of a century later and Ford revived the Bronco as a customizable, multi-trim, open-air 4X4 that competes with other off-road capable SUVs on the market. This time around, the Bronco is no longer just a two-door off-road sports vehicle, but it also comes in a four-door format for the first time as well.
A large number of changes have been made to the Bronco, updating it to match the current day trends when it comes to infotainment, reinforced suspension advancements, electronic stability enhancements, and safety. However, the design still reflects the original Bronco, with a boxy frame and iconic round headlights. Fans of the original are sure to fall in love with the revival of this classic SUV.
The Bronco and Ford Bronco Sport are two distinctly different iterations of the original model. One is designed to accommodate the adventurous and untamed spirit of those who enjoy all of the opportunities that come with off-road driving, while the Bronco Sport is a crossover SUV designed to provide a smooth ride, stable suspension, and comfortable travels.
The Bronco and Bronco Sport are visually distinct. The Bronco has a body-on-frame design and comes in a two-door or four-door open-air format with three variants of soft or hard-top designs, complete with removable rooftops and doors. The Bronco Sport doesn't quite feature the open-air design of its counterpart, and the doors are completely fixed, but there is an option to make use of a partly retractable roof to soak in the sun or enjoy a moon-lit sky. It's also more compact than the standard Bronco but still seats up to five people.
If you want a Bronco, but you just aren't ready for all of the 4x4 off-road action, the Bronco Sport provides the sort of suspension stability and interior comfort great for those who want a sporty crossover with off-road capabilities. The Bronco Sport is also designed to accommodate leisurely outings and day-to-day travels.
The differences between the Bronco and Bronco Sport are more than just frame-deep; there are also some fundamental differences between the way they generate power and how that power is utilized through the very structure of the chassis.
The 2021 Ford Bronco comes with two different powertrain options, including a 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine that generates 270 horsepower and up to 310 lb-ft of torque. For additional power and performance, the Bronco can make use of a 2.7-liter EcoBoost turbocharged V6 that delivers 310 horsepower and up to 400 lb-ft of torque. Depending on the engine, the Bronco can be paired with an optional 7-speed manual transmission specifically designed for crawl speeds or a 10-speed automatic transmission.
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport also has two powertrain options in the format of a 1.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged inline-3 that manages 181 horsepower and up to 190 lb-ft of torque, along with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with EcoBoost technology that generates 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. The engines are paired up with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Both iterations of the vehicle are designed to get off the starting line quickly, but the Bronco is specifically tuned to handle some of the more treacherous terrain that requires more active suspension and drivetrain control. This is made available through the part-time selectable engagement with an electronic shift-on-the-fly two-speed transfer case that enables drivers to dynamically select the drive mode for the road conditions. And with a maximum low-speed crawl ratio, this puts the Bronco in a tier of being a class leader as one of the very best at crawling.
The Bronco's suspension is also specifically engineered and tuned to handle the roughest terrain out there. The anti-roll bars, locking differentials, articulated axles, and front independent suspension help it climb like never before. In addition, the undercarriage plates ensure that all of the vital components are protected from whatever harsh conditions lay underneath.
The Bronco Sport has been finely tuned to accommodate an independent suspension on a unibody design to deliver the smoothest ride possible for an off-road themed SUV. If you don’t have plans on going off-road, but you want a very sporty crossover, then the Bronco Sport fulfills that role perfectly.
It's not just the exterior and the performance capabilities that help set the Bronco apart from class competitors in the market; the interior is laced with technology and features to help aid drivers in a number of ways. The 12-inch touchscreen with Ford's Sync 4 technology allows Bronco owners to receive seamless updates that keep apps such as FordPass Performance software up to date, as well as allows drivers to customize their driving profiles for trail plotting and location navigation. The FordPass Performance app also comes with built-in topographical trail maps featuring 1,000 curated trails from Accuterra Maps, making it easy to find guided routes through some of the most popular trails across the nation.
With the option of seven different trims, you can also find the right kind of Bronco package that best suits your driving preferences. All of the trims come equipped with the standard terrain management system with the six G.O.A.T. (Go Over All Terrain) modes, including but not limited to Sport, Slippery, Eco, Baja, Mud, and Rock Crawl.
Your first stop for the new Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport is at DePaula Ford, the best NY Ford Bronco dealer. At DePaula, we put your needs first and will do our best to find you the best model for your needs. We carry everything from the famous Ford Bronco to the Ford F-150, and we have a vast selection of used models. Visit us at DePaula for fast approvals for financing, special leasing and service deals, maintenance and repairs from certified mechanics, and an unbeatable selection of new and used vehicles.
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