Which adventure SUV do you want to explore the Golden Triangle and the Texas Gulf Coast with? Both the new Ford Bronco Sport and the new Ford Bronco are top-tier options, but how do they compare? Philpott Ford breaks down each Bronco model so Nederland adventurers can pick their next travel companion with confidence.
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport Size
Clear obstacles along the Gulf Coast or in the heart of the Golden Triangle with 11.6 inches of ground clearance in the Ford Bronco and 8.8 inches in the Ford Bronco Sport. The Ford Bronco is larger and has more of an untamed spirit. Both SUVs offer four-door models, but the Ford Bronco offers an exclusive two-door design.
The Ford Bronco Sport has best-in-class headroom and more space to store mountain bikes inside, thanks to a safari-style roof. The Ford Bronco Sport also offers a MOLLE (modular lightweight load-carrying equipment) strap system, a Cargo Management System, and 33 to 65 cubic feet of cargo space. The Ford Bronco counters by offering removable doors and roof panels and a max cargo volume between 52 and 83 cubic feet, depending on the model.
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport Towing
The Ford Bronco has a 3,500-pound max towing rating, while the Ford Bronco Sport helps Nederland drivers tow up to 2,200 pounds around the Golden Triangle.
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport Capability
Performance
Each Ford SUV offers standard 4x4 capability and gives Nederland drivers the option to activate one of eight G.O.A.T. Modes™ through the Terrain Management Goes Over Any Terrain System. The Ford Bronco boasts top class ratings for crawl ratio and suspension travel, while the Ford Bronco Sport can ford up to 23.6 inches of water. Each SUV offers off-road cruising ability through Trail Control™. The Ford Bronco Sport is more fuel-efficient, earning up to 28 miles per gallon along Highway 96, compared to 21 miles per gallon in the Ford Bronco.
Engines
Ford Bronco Powertrains
- 2.3-liter turbocharged inline-4: 275 horsepower, 315 pound-feet of torque
- 2.7-liter turbocharged V6: 315 horsepower, 410 pound-feet of torque
Ford Bronco Sport Powertrains
- 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-3: 181 horsepower, 190 pound-feet of torque
- 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4: 250 horsepower, 277 pound-feet of torque
Ford Bronco vs. Ford Bronco Sport Tech
Both Broncos give Nederland drivers access to GPS navigation and over 1,000 trail maps. There are off-road cameras that serve as active trail spotters. The Ford Bronco Sport features SYNC® 3, while Nederland drivers can unlock more tech advancements with the Ford Bronco's SYNC® 4 setup. Both Ford SUVs have Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ compatibility and come with Ford Co-Pilot360™ safety features.
Model Options in Nederland for the Ford Bronco & Ford Bronco Sport
Both Bronco models offer Outer Banks, Badlands, and Base trims. The Bronco Sport offers a Big Bend model, while the Ford Bronco offers a Black Diamond and Wildtrak trim level.
Test Drive Either Bronco Model at Your Nederland Ford Dealer
Philpott Ford is home to a transparent Sonic Price® approach on all new SUVs. Pick out a 2023 Ford Bronco or a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport from the new inventory at your local Nederland Ford dealer along Highway 96 across from the Jack Brooks Regional Airport before contacting us to schedule a test drive. Buy or lease a new Ford Bronco or Ford Bronco Sport in Nederland!
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