

Trading a bit of articulation for independent front suspension isn’t only a worthwhile deal for comfort, it also means the Bronco gets a proper modern rack-and-pinion steering system. But there’s no doubt that the vast majority of examples of either breed spend most of their time on pavement.

Of course everyone wants their off-roader to be good off-road. It was created with a deep understanding of what Jeep buyers value versus what they say they value. Putting aside the V-8 and hybrid Wranglers, the standard Bronco is a clear advancement of the form. Even as overburdened ships clog our ports and expose the over-consumption of the system, the market forces of capitalism score a victory.

More compelling variants, almost always serendipitously announced around key days in the Bronco’s never-ending news cycle have appeared. That, however, means Jeep has an incentive to improve the Wrangler. The same thing now happens at Ford dealers, with over-MSRP being a near necessity if you want a Bronco delivered before the next census. Your Jeep Doesn’t Need $20,000 in Options
