2021 Ford Bronco vs 2020 Jeep Wrangler

After 25 years off the market, the Ford Bronco is back in the game, and let’s just say it doesn’t waste any time catching up. Yes, retro good looks cast a nod to the SUV we once knew and loved – but this is a modern off roader through, and through and the new 2021 Ford Bronco is clearly gunning to take the Jeep Wrangler’s throne for terrain-crawling prowess.

So, will the Wrangler live up to its name, or is the new Bronco primed to buck its rival out of the top spot? That’s the question we’ve set out to answer in this comparison of the 2021 Ford Bronco vs the 2020 Jeep Wrangler. Brace yourself because it’s going to be a bumpy ride.

Advantages of the All-New 2021 Ford Bronco 

An off-road vehicle is only as good as the objects it can clear, so ground clearance and off-road geometry are no. 1 in terrain-crawling discussions. In the case of Bronco v. Wrangler, our judgment rules heavily in favor of the new Ford Bronco – especially when you opt for the available Sasquatch Package with 35-inch tires. Both SUVs have standard front and rear locking differentials, but the Bronco's can engage on their own depending on drive mode. The 2021 Ford Bronco offers fewer engine options but fittingly packs enough horses to keep Jeep sweating to keep up.

2021 Ford Bronco Engines

• 2.3-liter turbo I4 – 270 horsepower, 310 lb-ft of torque
• 2.7-liter turbo V6 – 310 horsepower, 400 lb-ft of torque

2020 Jeep Wrangler Engines

• 3.6-liter V6 – 285 horsepower, 260 lb-ft of torque
• 2.0-liter turbo I4 – 270 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 – 260 horsepower, 442 lb-ft of torque

Our verdict? The 2021 Ford Bronco is the undeniable victor in off-road dominance against the Jeep Wrangler. There’s a lot more to see, so you can keep exploring our Bronco research pages or reach out to an Akins Ford representative for more information on the many advantages and feature highlights of the 2021 Ford Bronco SUV.