The Jeep Wrangler and the Ford Bronco are widely known as old-school, reliable off-roaders. Today, these are the only two midsize SUVs offering removable doors and a roof. Hence, you can enjoy an unmatched open-air experience when off-roading. Plus, these two vehicles are immensely family-friendly. They have great tech and safety features, comfortable passenger cabins, and ample cargo capacity.
Let's discover which is better in a Jeep vs. Ford competition. We'll compare the 2024 Jeep Wrangler against the 2024 Ford Bronco in terms of performance, interior, and safety offerings. Then, we can show you which one you should put in your driveway this year.
Meanwhile, you can learn more about the 2024 Wrangler at Tempe Chrysler Dodge Jeep. Contact us, and we’ll tell you all about this renowned off-roader with plenty of history. Then, you can discover the Jeep lifestyle and how to join it.
The 2024 Jeep Wrangler and the 2024 Ford Bronco are available in two-or four-door forms. Regardless of body style, they both come with removable doors and a removable hardtop. You can also pick from various hard and soft top options from their respective manufacturers, as well as third parties. The 2024 Wrangler can even have dedicated carrier bags for the doors to store them within the trunk when removed.
The two-door variants of each off-roader have a modest cargo capacity, but you can fold down the rear seats for more. Meanwhile, four-door variants have plenty for family use. Plus, either vehicle can be specified with hidden storage compartments and secure storage as well. They've also got roomy glove boxes, door pockets, and cup holders for front plus rear occupants.
The 2024 Ford Bronco's more recent dashboard design looks great, but it isn't as hard-wearing as the 2024 Jeep Wrangler's dashboard. The Jeep provides you with an upright layout for ease of entry and exit and plenty of physical buttons and knobs that can be easily actuated when wearing gloves. You'll also find ample grab handles to steady yourself. Finally, the 2024 Wrangler's push-start button is waterproof.
Next up is Jeep’s special database of over 2,000 trails across the United States. You can access this user-updated database from your 2024 Wrangler's 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Trails can be ranked via difficulty and navigated via the on-board navigation system. The 2024 Bronco doesn't offer such a useful feature. Neither does it have active noise canceling for the cabin, which the 2024 Wrangler has.
Standard technological highlights for both midsize SUVs include Bluetooth® hands-free and audio streaming, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and climate control. Higher trims add dual-zone functionality as well. You can also specify extra USB charging ports, plus 12-volt power sockets.
2024 Wrangler buyers are offered an array of four engines. They can also pick between a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmission, depending on engine selection. The base engine is a punchy 2.0-liter 4-cylinder unit with 270 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. Alternatively, buyers can opt for the proven and reliable 3.6-liter Pentastar V6. This engine can deliver 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.
Jeep even offers a hybrid variant called the 4xe. This uses the 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. The total output of the hybrid system is an impressive 375 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. Conversely, for those who want an old-school American V8 grunt, there's a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 available. This engine makes 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque.
2024 Wrangler buyers get a choice of three four-wheel-drive systems, depending on trim and specification. Some systems are full-time; others are part-time. Certain trims also add 35-inch tires, a front winch, off-road optimized suspension, and a heavy-duty, full-float rear axle.
The 2024 Bronco comes with two trim-dependent engines. Lower trims have a 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder unit. This produces 300 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque. It also comes with a 7-speed manual or 10-speed automatic transmission. Higher trims get a 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6 that develops 330 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. This engine only comes with an automatic gearbox. Four-wheel drive is standard for all trims. There’s no V8 or hybrid powertrain. Some trims include off-road enhancements and 35-inch tires.
The 2024 Wrangler and the 2024 Bronco include brake assist, stability control, and airbags across the range. Venturing up the trim ladder adds forward collision warning, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alerts. Both vehicles have child seat anchors in their rear seats. They also get child safety locks for the rear doors of four-door variants.
Our comparison shows that the 2024 Jeep Wrangler wins over the 2024 Ford Bronco. It’s got some neat in-cabin features, a wide variety of powertrains, and ample safety features. Why not check out the 2024 Wrangler range at Tempe Chrysler Dodge Jeep? Swing by, and we’ll help you take home a brand-new 2024 Wrangler.
