The 2023 Ford Bronco Interior, Engine, Pricing And Release Date – Made its much-anticipated return in the 2022 model year and remained mostly the same in its second model year.
When the 2023 Ford Bronco hits showrooms, we expect it to stay mostly the same, save for the all-new, performance-oriented Bronco Raptor.
The current Bronco is a bold and rugged SUV that hides its trail-eating personality poorly – and that’s a good thing.
It boasts classic upright styling from nose to tail and a range of packages upping the ante with upgraded suspension and knobby tires.
A 2023 Ford Bronco Raptor prototype looking suspiciously similar to the one Ford teased late last year has been spotted in the wild with a partially uncovered interior, giving us our first look at what the Blue Oval has in store for the new apex Bronco’s cabin.
While many details remain hidden, there are a couple of noteworthy differentiators here. The wheel logo has been covered up, but we’re betting there’s something specific to the Raptor underneath.
The red accents on the vent knobs, GOAT mode selector, shift boot and wheel stitching are probably going to be Raptor signature elements, and we’ve seen similar approaches to the Bronco’s other variants.
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2023 Ford Bronco Interior
Inside, the Bronco has as simple a design as you’d expect. It features a large, relatively flat-front dash with minimal character, bringing back memories of Broncos of years past.
However, tucked in this simple, retro-inspired interior is some serious tech, including a standard eight-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Buyers can also upgrade to a 12-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, and 10-speaker Bang and Olufsen audio system.
The new Ford Sync 4 software doesn’t disappoint. The Bronco is available with an 8-inch or a 12-inch touchscreen, including crisp graphics with fast response times. It’s easy to quickly find what you’re looking for to adjust the settings without a headache.
You can opt for a wireless phone charging pad. Plus, it’s quick and easy to connect wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The digital gauge cluster also looks excellent. You can select various driving modes such as sport, eco, tow/haul, slippery, and more.
The biggest stand-out feature here is the paddle shifters, which are conspicuously absent on the current Bronco crop (but available on the 2.0L Bronco Sport, curiously enough).
Just behind these, we see a full digital instrument cluster. The dash-top switches all seem to be directly ported over from Broncos will all the bells and whistles.
We expect the interior to remain mostly the same in the 2023 Bronco. The exception will be Raptor-exclusive design bits which include black onyx marine-grade vinyl seats and rubberized floor mats.
The interior will be dark with bits of Code Orange around the cabin and carbon fiber accents on grab handles, the steering wheel, and the gear shifter.
2023 Ford Bronco Engine
Under its hood, the current Bronco comes standard with a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that delivers up to 300 horsepower and 315 pound-feet of torque (with premium fuel).
Buyers can upgrade to a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 in select models, which cranks out up to 330 hp and 415 pound-feet of torque (with premium fuel).
The base four-cylinder comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, but a 10-speed automatic is available. All V6 models include the automatic transmission, and all Broncos are four-wheel drive.
We expect the 2023 Bronco’s powertrain to remain unchanged, but the upgrades to the Raptor trim include a 3.0-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission that makes more than 400 horsepower.
Also, the Sasquatch Package adds 17-inch Beadlock capable wheels wrapped in 35-inch tires, positive-sensitive Bilstein shocks, a locking differential in the front and rear, a suspension lift, and high-clearance fender flares
The IIHS and NHTSA haven’t tested the Bronco yet. Still, it comes standard with an array of safety tech, including automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, hill descent control, and automatic high beams.
Optionally, buyers can add active lane control, blind-spot monitors, and adaptive cruise with evasive steering.
Manual SUVs and trucks were a lot more popular back in the day, so we will be surprised if the Heritage Edition isn’t available with the seven-speed manual transmission. However, the Sasquatch can be paired with the manual setup.
The High-Performance Off-Road Stability Suspension (HOSS) system places the ultimate control at your fingertips. Plus, the front-stabilizer bar disconnect and locking differentials allow the Bronco to crawl over obstacles easily.
Going up inclines at steep angles in slippery snow and ice didn’t pose a challenge. The Bronco never slipped or felt short on power. The finely tuned shocks, springs, and solid rear axle are capable.
2023 Ford Bronco Pricing And Release Date
Orders for the 2023 Bronco will start to be accepted in mid-August with production to start in November, according to fleet production data.
We do know that orders for the Raptor variant began in March and that it’s due to arrive in summer 2023.
Pricing is also unclear, but as a carryover, we expect the non-Raptor variants to maintain their MSRP range of $32,390-$50,970 (destination fees included). The Raptor is reported to start at $69,995, including destination.
We wouldn’t be surprised if the new Bronco Heritage Edition costs over $40,000 with some packages. We will provide an update once the official pricing is revealed.
Unique interior upgrades could increase the cost. We could see a retro-styled white interior with red accent stitching.
Pops of red and silver trim pieces could help the interior stand out with premium materials such as leather upholstery.