Anybody Switch from Tacoma to Bronco?

So I ordered a Bronco last winter and it just went into production last week with an expected delivery date of 9/2.

Wondering if there are any Tacoma lovers that made the switch to Bronco that can comment on their experience so far. I posted this same thing on the Bronco forums but I want to try to get as many objective points of view as possible lol

I have a 2017 TRD Off-road, double cab, manual moving to a 4 door Big Bend 2.3 with tow package, hardtop, locking diff, and manual so very similar builds in terms of overall capability.

Things I don't like about the Tacoma:
- Gas mileage (only getting about 16-17 mpg with stock size 31"s General Grabber AT2s)
- Overall cabin size is a bit tight (expecting our first kid soon so also factoring car seat, etc)
- Seats/seating position not the most comfortable on long hauls
- No Android Auto/Carplay
- V6 power is underwhelming; max torque only 265 all the way up at 4600 rpms
- Generally, just not very exciting to drive

Things I love about the Tacoma:
- Looking at it/overall styling
- Build quality/zero issues whatsoever over 5 years of ownership (knock on wood)
- Established Aftermarket and availability of parts
- The convenience of the bed when I need it
- Easily being able to transport multiple kayaks, mountain bikes, etc without hooking up my trailer
- It's paid off with 58,000 miles

6 pros and 6 cons haha. I'm hoping to get around $33k for my Tacoma, and the Bronco after tax and such will come in around $43k. I guess I'm starting to question whether the Bronco is actually worth dropping the extra $10ish k for. Would love to get any prior Tacoma owners' review of their whole Bronco experience so far if there are any out there - particularly the good and bad in terms of comparing the two vehicles. Thanks!

 

I bought a brand new Toyota 4x4 in 1991, in 1995 I sold it and bought a Bronco(still have it). The Bronco was worth the extra $. Hope this helps

 

Never again will I buy a Bronco. Period.
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Broncos blow just as much as Tacomas. Hate to break it to you. Get what makes you happy.

 

Haven't driven one, but watched a brand new one get towed off the trail last weekend because "they probably wheeled it too hard and one of the accident sensors probably thinks he got in a wreck." There were about 15 new broncos and one sport that they stacked rocks for, they stopped by the lake for a photo and homeboy couldn't get that thing started...about 2 hours later they gave up and started towing him out. Not sure I would trust a Ford product these days, saw the writing on the wall and sold my last Ford product after owning less than a year.

 

Litebrite just posted a video comparing jeep and the new bronco. It's give a ton of negatives on the bronco. Like no rear cup holders and zero AC air into the rear seating area

 

My parents just got a new four door big boy bronco. It’s the 2.7L eco boost and it has the Sasquatch or some kind of off road package. It is a really nice driving machine. It terms of power and quality of interior and drive quality, it feels better than my third gen, night and day, no comparison. Given, we’re talking a $60k vehicle vs a used 6 year old $25k vehicle.

 

If you didn't already have the Bronco on order. I would suggest getting a Jeep Wrangler, over the Bronco due to availability.

 

Next Gen Tacoma with more power, higher Mpg. and better suspension will be a great upgrade.

 

You didn't get the Sasquatch package?! Why bother with a Bronco and Ford unreliability?

 

If they are any they probably wont be here to answer your question.

 

I have a 2017 trd pro and a 21 bronco with Sasquatch. We took the bronco through the Nemo tunnel and back trails and it did better than my buddies 2020 4Runner.
The little turbo 4 banger is amazing.

 

Didn't get sasquatch because it's a daily driver and I off-road with my side by side. plus sasquatch adds $7000 and an even longer wait. Main reasons for the switch in theory is the convertible factor, more interior space, and a much more engaging engine that still comes with a manual. Reliability is a bit of concern but at least it's not a Chrysler product I guess.

 

ouch.
you are probably right.

also consider posting this on the ‘deep deep thoughts’ thread.

 

OJ knows

 

Do it

 

4th gen Tacoma might be a dud. Bronco already out performs it offroad. Ranger Raptor will out perform what ever TRD dreams up for the Pro. Gone will be the days of NA Toyota 4 and 6 cyl motors, and the motoring world will be focusing on electric pick ups. Nissan Frontier will take in all the old tech 3rd gen refugees.

 

I could never buy something i havent taken for a 45 minute test drive.

 

Don’t sweat the small stuff, enjoy your new purchase. If you don’t like it the new Tacoma, Colorado and ranger are coming within the next few years.

 

A friend of mine bought a new bronco last year. Got into a minor collision (like, only paint transfer) which snapped the front axle and the insurance company declared it totaled.

That’s all I know about the new broncos.