Does the Wrangler have what it takes to remain competitive against the return of the all-new 2021 Ford Bronco? It's time to find out once and for all. Let's compare the two off-road contenders and explore differences in price, trim levels, interior design, off-road performance, standard features, and much more.

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Price & Trims Comparison

Our Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler comparison doesn't show a significant price difference. The two-door Ford Bronco starts at $28,500, which is only slightly more than the two-door 2020 Wrangler Sport starting at $28,295. If you prefer the four-door Bronco, you are looking at a starting price of $33,200 compared to a starting price of $31,795 for a four-door Wrangler.

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Interior Design & Technology Comparison

The Bronco vs. Wrangler shows additional similarities in interior design. The Wrangler comes standard with a five-inch Uconnect touch screen, but you will need to upgrade if you want Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. This SUV also comes with a weatherproof floor and drain plugs. The two-door Wrangler seats four, while the four-door Wrangler leaves room for five. The 2021 Ford Bronco shows more features come standard when looking at Ford or Jeep. Models come with the SYNC 4 infotainment system and an eight-inch touch screen. It also comes with a weatherproof floor and drain plugs for complete versatility. Choose to seat four in the two-door Bronco, or hold five in a four-door Bronco.

 

Exterior Appearance & Dimensions

Suppose you're looking at the dimensions of the Ford vs. Jeep, we see that the Bronco is slightly larger. The two-door Bronco has a wheelbase measuring 100.4 inches, compared to the Wrangler at 96.8 inches. Adding two more doors adjusts the Jeep measurement to 118.4 inches, which is slightly larger than the four-door Bronco at 116.1 inches. However, the Wildtrak Bronco measures 79.3 inches wide, which is more than five inches over the Wrangler. Additionally, if you add the Sasquatch package, you get a taller SUV than the Wrangler.

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Engines & Performance Specs

Next, we will look at the performance of both the new Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler. The new Wrangler features a standard 285-horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, while the Bronco features a 270-horsepower 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder instead. Each has some optional engines available as well. With the new Bronco, you can choose a 310-horsepower 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6, while the Wrangler offers a 270-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-four. However, the Wrangler does also offer a 260-horsepower 3.0-liter turbo-diesel. Looking at the transmission of the Bronco or Wrangler, we see better options with the Ford model. Bronco owners can choose between a seven-speed manual and ten-speed automatic. The Wrangler only comes with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic.

 

Off-Road Capability Comparison

Our Ford Bronco comparison shows a lot in common between the two SUVs when it comes to off-roading. The two-door Bronco features an approach angle of up to 35.5 degrees, while the Wrangler is 41.4 degrees. This same model offers a breakover angle of 21.1 degrees, compared to the Wrangler's 25.0 degrees. While the base Wrangler beats the Bronco's ground clearance, the Sasquatch package pays off with 11.6 inches of ground clearance compared to only 9.7 inches with the Rubicon.

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Towing Capacity & Payload Rating

While both the new Ford Bronco and Wrangler models can tow up to 3,500 pounds, the Ford SUV offers more hauling capability. The new Wrangler has a max payload rating of 1,351 pounds, while the Bronco can handle up to 1,370 pounds of cargo with ease.

 

Comparing Standard Features & Amenities

All-new Wrangler models come standard with cloth upholstery, but customers can upgrade to leather. The Jeep Wrangler SUV still comes with crank windows and a manual door lock, making it one of the few vehicles on the market that requires an upgrade for power locks and windows. Ford also offers both cloth and leather, but there's an additional option for marine-grade vinyl seating. Additionally, push-button start comes standard, along with power door locks and windows.

 

Safety & Reliability Comparison

The IIHS only gave the 2020 Jeep Wrangler a "Good" rating in four of the five crash tests, but the Bronco hasn't been evaluated yet. Additionally, the Wrangler only comes standard with a rearview camera. Automatic emergency braking isn't available at all, but you can add rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and forward-collision warning. A new Bronco comes equipped with more airbags than the Wrangler and can include the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite of advanced features. This package includes lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beam headlights, and rear cross-traffic alert, while the rearview camera is standard.

 

2021 Ford Bronco or Jeep Wrangler? Nice Try, Wrangler.

While both the Wrangler and Bronco have a lot to offer, we can't help but get more excited about the new Ford SUV. It provides a wide range of options, from changing the ground clearance to adding more safety technology. Plus, there is a multitude of trim levels and features that help you make this new Ford Bronco your own. Move over, Wrangler. The King is back. Reserve your new 2021 Ford Bronco today!

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