2022 Ford Bronco vs 2022 Jeep Wrangler
Side-by-side EPA, NHTSA, and recall data. Winners highlighted in green when one car clearly leads.
- Best EPA combined MPG goes to the 2022 Jeep Wrangler at 25 MPG.
- Best highway MPG goes to the 2022 Jeep Wrangler at 29 MPG.
Car 1 2022 Ford Bronco | Car 2 2022 Jeep Wrangler | |
|---|---|---|
Engine & efficiency | ||
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 |
| Displacement | 2.7L | 3L |
| Drive | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Regular Gasoline | Diesel |
EPA fuel economy | ||
| City MPG | 19 | 22 |
| Highway MPG | 20 | 29 |
| Combined MPG | 19 | 25 |
| Annual fuel cost (EPA) | $3550 | $3400 |
| CO2 tailpipe | 456g/mi | 411g/mi |
NHTSA safety ratings | ||
| Overall | Not rated | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated | 4/ 5 |
| Side crash | Not rated | Not rated |
| Rollover | 3/ 5 | 3/ 5 |
| Stability control | Standard | Standard |
Recalls, complaints, investigations | ||
| Recalls (NHTSA) | 21 | 14 |
| Complaints filed | 328 | 348 |
| Open investigations | 2 | 4 |
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCKFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain four-door 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELDFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERAFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with rearview camera systems and 8-inch screen displays. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- + 18 more on file at NHTSA.
- EXTERIOR LIGHTINGChryler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The side marker lights may not function due to an incompatible tail light assembly wiring harness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Jeep Wrangler Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) vehicles. The high voltage (HV) battery pack assembly was built with incorrect fasteners to secure the 200-amp fuse, which can generate excessive heat.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
- + 11 more on file at NHTSA.
Sources: US DOT NHTSA (api.nhtsa.gov) for safety ratings, recalls, and complaints. US EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov for engine, fuel economy, and emissions data. Both are free public datasets, updated by the federal agencies that own them.
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