2025 Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler — Ultimate Showdown

If you're thinking about buying a new vehicle, check out two of the most iconic SUVs on the market: the 2025 Ford Bronco and the Jeep Wrangler. Review this comparison to discover which of these off-road vehicles excels. 

Exploring the 2025 Ford Bronco vs. Jeep Wrangler: A Comprehensive Comparison

The 2025 Ford Bronco offers a variety of style choices, including seven distinct trims: the Base, Big Bend, Heritage Edition, Outer Banks, Badlands, Raptor Edition, and Raptor. The 2025 Jeep Wrangler is also available in seven trims: the Sport, Sport S, Willys, Rubicon, Sahara, Rubicon X, and Rubicon 392. 

Both SUVs come in two- or four-door configurations, with seating for four to five passengers. For an exceptional open-air driving experience, both SUVs feature a soft or hard top and removable doors. Unlike the Jeep, the side-view mirrors of the 2025 Bronco stay attached when the doors are removed. Continue reading to discover more about their similarities and differences in capability, safety, and design.

Capability and Performance: Off-Road and On-Road Mastery

The 2025 Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler are the ultimate adventure vehicles for visiting parks around Union City. These SUVs can easily navigate rugged terrains while delivering ample power for an engaging drive. Here's a breakdown of Jeep Wrangler vs. Ford Bronco specs.

Thrilling Powertrains

The 2025 Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler offer multiple engine options. The Bronco SUV offers three engines, including:

• A 2.3-liter turbocharged EcoBoost I-4 engine with a 300-horsepower output
• A 2.7-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V-6 engine producing 330 horsepower
• A Raptor trim-exclusive 3.0-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V-6 engine generating 418 horsepower

Jeep offers two engine options on the 2025 Wrangler, including:

• A 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine producing 285 horsepower
• A 2.0-liter turbo I-4 engine generating 270 horsepower

Both SUVs have a manual transmission as standard. The Wrangler features a six-speed transmission, while the Bronco has a seven-speed transmission. These 2025 SUVs have four-wheel drive.

Towing Capacities

Both the Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler boast impressive towing power. Hitch a lightweight travel trailer for camping in the Oconee National Forest or a utility trailer with a watercraft for a day trip to Lake Lanier. The 2025 Bronco SUVs can tow up to 3,500 pounds, while the Raptor can tow up to 4,500 pounds. The 2025 Jeep Wranglers can tow up to 3,500 pounds, while the four-door Rubicon can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

Off-Road Capabilities

Maximize your next off-road adventure with the 2025 Ford Bronco and Jeep Wrangler. The Bronco features eight G.O.A.T. Modes (short for Goes Over Any Type of Terrain): Normal, Eco, Slippery, Sand/Snow, Mud/Ruts, Rock Crawl, Baja, and Sport. All Wranglers are Trail Rated, boasting enhanced strength and traction on various obstacles and terrains.

While both SUVs are capable of water fording, the Bronco's ability to cross up to 37 inches of water outshines the Wrangler's 34 inches. The 2025 Ford and Jeep SUVs feature comparable approach angles, with 47.2 degrees for all Bronco trims and 47.4 degrees for the four-door Wrangler models.

Interior Design, Technology, and Comfort

Here's a look at the interiors of the Bronco and Wrangler and how each vehicle compares in functionality and innovation.

Functional Interiors

The 2025 Ford Bronco's utility interior is made from marine-grade vinyl and has washable floors and built-in drains. Grab handles are placed throughout the cabin. The front seat backs feature modular lightweight load-carrying equipment panels to secure your travel essentials. 

Depending on the trim level, the 2025 Jeep SUV offers cloth or leather-trimmed seats and has carpet, vinyl, or rubber floor mats. However, it doesn't match the Ford Bronco's easy-to-clean interior, which you can hose down. While the Jeep Wrangler's interior may be lackluster, it boasts incredible off-roading capabilities. If you want an SUV that gives you the best of both worlds, the Ford Bronco stands out as the top choice.

Digital-Focused Cockpit and Cabin

Both SUVs feature vivid touch-screen displays that deliver messaging, streaming, and navigation services. The Ford Bronco has a 12-inch infotainment system, but the Jeep Wrangler stands out with a slightly larger 12.3-inch display. However, the Ford Bronco is a better choice if you prefer a large digital instrument cluster. It displays real-time vehicle information on a 12-inch color LCD screen, while the Jeep's display is smaller at 7 inches.

Depending on the trim, the 2025 Jeep Wrangler features eight to nine speakers, providing crisp audio from the SiriusXM with 360L radio. While the 2025 Ford Bronco comes standard with seven speakers, it can be upgraded to a 12-speaker Bang & Olufsen system.

Safety Features and Reliability: Protecting Your Journey

Ford and Jeep equip their SUVs with the latest available safety features to protect you and your passengers wherever you travel. The Bronco and Wrangler offer forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring. The Jeep Wrangler's ParkSense rear parking system provides additional guidance when backing into a parking space. Similarly, the Ford Bronco provides reverse brake assist to help you back out of driveways without hitting obstacles or other vehicles.

Verdict: Deciding the Ultimate Off-Road Champion

While the 2025 Wrangler SUV offers a greater towing capacity and a larger touch-screen display, the Ford Bronco outshines the competition with more powerful engine options, a larger digital cluster, better water fording capabilities, and an enhanced audio system. See for yourself and test-drive the 2025 Ford Bronco. We'll provide you with all the information about the SUV you're interested in and how to make the most of your next adventure. Contact us today at Stivers Ford South in Union City, Georgia, to schedule a test drive.

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