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Ford to build Bronco Concept as 2009 model?

02/21/2006, 11:47 AM

By admin

With compact vehicles gaining popularity, many automakers are rethinking their large SUV strategies, and developing compact crossover that offer utility and fuel-efficiency. American automakers are also looking closely at the so-called b-segment of low-cost cars to combat the economy offerings from Asian brands like Scion. Last week, Chrysler unveiled the 2007 Dodge Hornet Concept, a b-segment crossover likely to see production in the next few years. According to a report by Edmunds, Dodge is not the only American company considering a boxy Scion competitor. Ford has reportedly revived its 2004 Bronco Concept, with production set for late 2008. The 2009 model would be priced below $10,000 according to the report.

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02/21, 12:00 PM

posted by:

mike

Late 2008? NO GOOD… you can’t combat someone elses lucrative ideas with a model that wont come out for almost 3 years. By then the Japanese will have something else new. Another blunder puts Ford closer to the blender.

02/21, 2:50 PM

posted by:

shane

Looks decent… Its like a cross between that scion and the toyota FJ crusier

02/21, 6:08 PM

posted by:

mike

yea, however, it might not be around in time to jump on the compact crossover bandwagon

02/21, 7:58 PM

posted by:

Motorpasión

2009 Ford Bronco, el contraataque de Ford a las marcas chinas

Dodge ya lo ha hecho con el Dodge Hornet Concept y ahora es el turno de Ford para contraatacar a las marcas chinas que han desembarcado en Estados Unidos con precios muy competitivos (la opinión de la calidad me la guardo para mí) y su principal obj…

02/22, 6:27 AM

posted by:

DaveO

Great idea, but no way can it be executed well at a below $10,000 price point. Must be a typo-

02/25, 12:10 PM

posted by:

sam

Looks like a facelifted defender

03/06, 5:59 PM

posted by:

digitalzombie

yeah it can. out source it to mexico.

04/12, 1:19 PM

posted by:

jimmy

The Toyota FJ is already out…The Ford Bronco is the same type of vehicle…why is it not already out? I do not understand. Why must Ford be 3 years behind on everything? I would buy the Bronco if it looked like the concept, but I know when it comes out it will not even be close. The FJ looks like the concept and mark my word it will sell!

04/25, 2:18 AM

posted by:

Gregg

Yes, I want one, but can’t wait for 3 years.
A $10K econobox would be good.
What I really want is a $15K to $20K utilitarian 4X4.
I want a new “Defender” that doesn’t have electronic suspension & all the other gadgets on the LR3.
How about a 110, that can seat 9 cramped passengers?
Give me something I can hose out…

04/25, 1:10 PM

posted by:

Joemamma

Well said Gregg, I wish the big three would listen to people like you.

04/29, 6:07 PM

posted by:

Jesse Miller

Glad that there is at least a Bronco in the Works. I would like to see two options for this name.
1. The smaller fuel efficient concept design (currently planned)
2. A larger design included that resebles an excursion only with two doors instead of four. I believe that people are looking for variety. Some want to save on fuel, others are looking for power and strength. The former 90’s Broncos were of this later category. Any hope for a new Larger Bronco?

04/29, 6:39 PM

posted by:

Jesse Miller

I can show you a full size Bronco with a newly rebuilt modified 5.8L with a six inch all suspension lift and 35 inch tires that that can push 300+ ponies and still maintain 18 mpg comparable to many of the modern day V6 Suv’s and light trucks currenly produced. This vehicle is a contradiction to most V8 engines of it’s same displacement. This particular vehicles secret is
1. 1993 Mustang Gt roller cam
2. Alluminium forged pistons
3. 302 heads (bumps up compression slightly)
4 roller lifters
5 shorty headers (attached forward of O2 sensor.
6 4:56 gears front and rear

This particular combination properly utilizes the stock computer operating perameters while it includes improved internal components for greater performance and effecientcy. The 90’s Broncos posses an unusualy tight turning radius for most wide body full size trucks which is a definte plus for parking. This vehicle is extremly pleasing to drive and should in my opionion be duplicated with newer modern technology and the persent year F-series truck frontal design. Is this a possiblily or is this an unreasonable request?

05/23, 1:54 PM

posted by:

Russ

This looks great. I am a diehard ford fan and curently have am looking to purchase a ford escape. This Bronco would be 10 times better than the Front wheel drive pavement friendly grocery getter. I cant wait to get A bronco I will buy one no matter what the price is. Ford Is the best and they are doing a lot to try and turn around their situation. Help America Buy American.

06/14, 9:45 AM

posted by:

Bronco Billy

Ford is definetly taking to long,I’ve been waiting yrs. for the concept and not about to wait 3 more years… I’am going with the FJ Cruiser,and that $10,000. price tag has to be a typo … The Bronco is suppose to be just under the Ford Escape in price,that’s according to an old article in truck trends magazine!

07/09, 10:50 AM

posted by:

Keith Flanery

The first time I saw the Bronco Concept,I wanted one right away,and I still do! I was just hoping that Ford would have put it into production earlier than late 2008.Overall a great repoduction of the great broncos!,Ford has vote on this one.

06/24, 9:21 AM

posted by:

pmilana

This simply isn’t true. I emailed Ford and they claim there are no future plans to roll out a new bronco.

Dear Paul (Me),

Thank you for contacting the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center regarding the availability of the Ford Bronco.

Concept vehicles are intended to gauge the public reaction to new vehicle innovations. Based on the reaction that a particular vehicle receives, it may be introduced in some form at a future date.

At this time, there are no immediate plans to include this vehicle in the current model line-up. However, your feedback is collected and used in the decision making process for future model years. We have documented your feedback which will be forwarded to the appropriate department.

06/24, 9:22 AM

posted by:

pmilana

And this is what I wrote them:

Questions: So is the new bronco really in productoin. leftlanenews.com reports that is is in fact coming. I am probably one out of a billion emails people write here but it would be cool to get a response.

‘96 Bronco Owner with 194k miles and counting

10/24, 12:38 PM

posted by:

bus

It seems that a lot of people have ignorant comments. The new bronco concept is a retro fit to the greatest broncos that ever lived and putting a four cylinder turbo diesel in it would be a great idea. I’ve driven behind a four cylinder turbo diesel in the ford ranger when I was over seas and I was impressed. If you want to educate your self on the original bronco look up “early broncos†ford use to compete with the scout, the jeep, and the fj. Its time to bring back the original broncos and the market will welcome it.

 
 
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