All this hubbub about the new Bronco

"If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent" (essextee) 08/18/2020 at 01:21 • Filed to: None

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And I’m just wondering why Ford developed a new vehicle from scratch when they were already sitting on a Wrangler competitor. It would be a cake to federalize because it rides on a shortened version of the current Ranger’s platform. Just plop in an already EPA-approved drivetrain and make sure it passes crash testing.

Jim Spanfeller > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent 08/18/2020 at 01:30

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Something something crash safety something?

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent 08/18/2020 at 02:18

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Looks to me like It’s too small, and not retro enough  for the US.

onlytwowheels > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent 08/18/2020 at 02:24

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The 5 cyl, 3.2L diesel engine would be a nice addition to the R anger and Bronco. It is the same as was used in the 2015-2019 Transit.

https://www.wardsauto.com/industry/ford-upgrades-32l-diesel-north-america

SilentButNotReallyDeadly...killed by G/O Media > onlytwowheels 08/18/2020 at 05:57

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T6 Ranger in Oz and Asian markets has had the 3.2 TDi for years...it has been usurped by the 2.0 TDi twin turbo that is found in higher spec Rangers (including the Raptor) and Everest.

shop-teacher > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent 08/18/2020 at 06:36

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It probably doesn't stand a chance at passing US crash tests.

UserNotFound > If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent 08/18/2020 at 08:20

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It probably would have been a HUGE pain in the ass to make that meet US crash tests. Also, the Bronco is on a new platform and the Ranger will be joining that new platform soon.