We should get to meet the reborn Ford Bronco later this year, so, naturally, the anticipation is sky-high these days, especially since the nameplate has been absent since 1996. Then again, this scenario also leaves us with a little time to think about what we can expect from the newcomer.
The Blue Oval has released plenty of clues towards the retro-inspired styling of the new Bronco, chief among which is the appearance of the Bronco R racer, which you can find in the image gallery above.
And this was one of the main themes used by independent designer Mo Aoun, who came up with the rendering above - this portrays the five-door model, but Ford is also expected to introduce a two-door version, which the said artist has previously rendered. While we're talking body styles, you should know the Bronco is likely to receive a pickup truck version. Expected to land around 2024, this would make for a closer Jeep Gladiator rival than Ford's current mid-sized truck, the Ranger.
Speaking of the Ranger, this will share its platform with the Bronco. This also means the Bronco should borrow the pickup's 2.3-liter EcoBoost (on the Ranger, this makes 270 hp and works with a ten-speed automatic).
Then again, the carmaker's 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 is also a likely candidate for the upcoming model (for instance, this offers 325 hp and 400 lb-ft on the F-150). And while this is yet another occasion to mention that ten-speed auto, Ford should also offer a manual for enthusiasts, just like Jeep does for the Wrangler. Of course, a certain degree of electrification is a given, so you could expect a dedicated hybrid version.
Uncovered Ford patents such as the repackable curtain airbags and removable top & doors (you'll find more details on these in the two-door rendering link above) should ensure the Bronco offers something for every type of customer, so here's to hoping these do end up on the production Bronco.
And this was one of the main themes used by independent designer Mo Aoun, who came up with the rendering above - this portrays the five-door model, but Ford is also expected to introduce a two-door version, which the said artist has previously rendered. While we're talking body styles, you should know the Bronco is likely to receive a pickup truck version. Expected to land around 2024, this would make for a closer Jeep Gladiator rival than Ford's current mid-sized truck, the Ranger.
Speaking of the Ranger, this will share its platform with the Bronco. This also means the Bronco should borrow the pickup's 2.3-liter EcoBoost (on the Ranger, this makes 270 hp and works with a ten-speed automatic).
Then again, the carmaker's 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 is also a likely candidate for the upcoming model (for instance, this offers 325 hp and 400 lb-ft on the F-150). And while this is yet another occasion to mention that ten-speed auto, Ford should also offer a manual for enthusiasts, just like Jeep does for the Wrangler. Of course, a certain degree of electrification is a given, so you could expect a dedicated hybrid version.
Uncovered Ford patents such as the repackable curtain airbags and removable top & doors (you'll find more details on these in the two-door rendering link above) should ensure the Bronco offers something for every type of customer, so here's to hoping these do end up on the production Bronco.