Comparing the Ford Bronco to the Toyota 4Runner in Lake Charles, LA
When it comes to exploring the great outdoors and tackling any terrain, the Ford Bronco and Toyota 4Runner are top contenders for SUVs meant to keep up with your adventures. While both vehicles offer rugged capability and advanced features, the Ford Bronco stands out as the superior choice for adventurers in Lake Charles, Sulphur, Orange, Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Lafayette seeking unparalleled performance, design, and technology. Let’s dive into the details to see why the Bronco, available now at Bolton Ford, is the better option for your next adventure!
Capability and Performance: Bronco v. 4Runner Near Sulphur
In terms of capability and performance, the Ford Bronco provides more customizable options for drivers than the Toyota 4Runner. It offers three engine options: a turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost® in-line four-cylinder engine with 300 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque, a twin-turbo 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 with 330 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque, and a twin-turbo 3.0L EcoBoost® V6 with 418 horsepower and 440 lb.-ft. of torque. With two transmission options—a 7-speed manual and a 10-speed automatic—the Bronco provides a flexible driving experience. Its towing capacity starts at 3,260 pounds and reaches up to 4,500 pounds for Raptor® models. Available G.O.A.T Modes™ (Goes Over Any Type of Terrain) allow drivers to take on any terrain with modes like Sand/Snow, Mud/Ruts, Sport, Eco, Normal, Slippery, Rock Crawl, Baja, Tow-Haul, and Off-Road.
In comparison, the 4Runner offers a 4.0 liter V6 engine that produces 270 horsepower and 278 lb.-ft. of torque with a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds. Its Multi-Terrain Select has four terrain modes, and four-wheel drive is available.
Design: Exterior and Interior Comparison
When it comes to design and versatility, the Ford Bronco offers both two-door and four-door configurations. The four-door Bronco seats five and comes with a standard black soft top roof, which can be configured in various ways, including removing the rear panel while keeping the cargo area covered. The hard top is also available. It provides up to 83 cu. ft. of cargo volume behind the first row with the second-row seats folded down for the soft top and 77.6 cu. ft. for the hard top. The two-door Bronco seats four with a hard top roof and offers up to 22.4 cu. ft. of cargo space behind the rear seats, with a maximum of 52.3 cu. ft. with the seats folded flat. The 2024 Bronco’s color options include colors inspired by the original 1966 Bronco® like Peak Blue, Azure Gray, Yellowstone, and Robin’s Egg Blue. The Raptor trim option comes with two available appearances: Black and Code Orange. The Raptor Black Appearance adds matte black painted steel bash plates, low gloss black high coverage fender flares, shadow black painted sport tube, windshield trim, and matte black hood graphics with a black removable hardtop. The Raptor Code Orange Appearance adds pizazz with unique tow hooks, painted beadlock rings on 17-inch Dark Carbonized Gray wheels, matching rear fender graphics, and Code Orange seatbelts with Black Onyx or Blue with Black Onyx upholstery. Last but not least, the available heavy-duty modular front bumper on the Ford Bronco provides increased clearance and the ability to customize your Bronco with a winch, safari bar, pod lights, and brush guard.
On the other hand, the Toyota 4Runner comes standard with LED headlights and fog lights, has an available power tilt/slide moonroof, and has available heated and ventilated front leather-trimmed seats. The TRD Off-Road trim features unique 17-inch alloy wheels with black-painted inserts, TRD Off-Road badging on the side of the rig, hood scoop, and black-painted roof rails, while the Limited option comes with 20-inch wheels, chrome body accents, leather-trimmed seats, 15-speaker JBL audio system, X-REAS Sport Enhancement Suspension, and available full-time four-wheel drive.
Tech Features in the Ford Bronco and Toyota 4Runner
The Ford Bronco excels in technology and innovation. With its Trail Toolbox, drivers can take advantage of features like Trail Turn Assist, Ford Trail Control, and Trail 1-Pedal Drive to navigate rough terrains. Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology enhances safety and convenience with features such as a Lane-Keeping System, Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Pro Trailer Backup Assist. The Bronco’s infotainment system includes a 12-inch LCD touchscreen that is compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to keep all of your drives entertaining from start to finish.
In comparison, the Toyota 4Runner offers an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, a 15-speaker JBL Premium Audio System, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a Smart Key System with push-button start.
Test Drive a Ford Bronco in Lake Charles Today!
If the Ford Bronco sounds like the SUV you need in your life, then visit Bolton Ford to check it out! Visit our Lake Charles Ford dealership at 1500 East College Street, Lake Charles, LA 70607, or give us a call at 337-474-0070 to set up a test drive. We look forward to serving our Lake Charles, Sulphur, Orange, Beaumont, Port Arthur, and Lafayette customers for all of your Ford needs! Be sure to take a look at our new and used inventory, new vehicle specials, financing options, and our online trade-in value tool.
Disclaimers:
Current Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for base vehicle. Excludes destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge, and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included. Starting A, Z and X Plan price is for qualified, eligible customers and excludes document fee, destination/delivery charge, taxes, title and registration. Not all vehicles qualify for A, Z or X Plan.
* Starting MSRP excludes manufacturer, distributor and dealer options, taxes, title and license and dealer fees and charges. Also excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling of $1,095 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Camry HV, Prius, Prius Prime, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,350 for Entry SUV/Small SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV, RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Prime, bZ4X), $1,395 for Mid SUV/Van (4Runner, Venza, Highlander, Highlander HV, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander HV, Sienna, Land Cruiser, Toyota Crown Signia), $1,495 for Small Pickup (Tacoma), $1,850 for Large Pickup/Large SUV (Tundra, Tundra HV, Sequoia). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota's charge for these services is called the "Delivery, Processing and Handling" and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota's overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling.) The Delivery, Processing and Handling in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX may vary. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Dealer price will vary.
* Never tow beyond a vehicle’s published towing capacities. Before towing, confirm your vehicle and trailer are compatible, hooked up and loaded properly and that you have any necessary additional equipment. The maximum you can tow depends on base curb weight plus the total weight of any cargo, occupants, and added vehicle equipment. Follow all instructions in your Owner’s Manual.
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Always consult the Owner’s Manual before off-road driving, know your terrain and trail difficulty, and use appropriate safety gear.
* The Toyota model or models shown are designed to meet most off-road driving requirements, but off-roading is inherently dangerous and may result in personal injury or vehicle damage. Toyota encourages responsible operation to help protect you, your vehicle and the environment.
Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and weight distribution.
Onboard door storage not possible on four-door models equipped with available slide-out tailgate.
Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC 3/SYNC 4 does not control 3rd party products while in use. 3rd Parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality.
FordPass Connect (optional on select vehicles), the FordPass App; and complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see FordPass Terms for details). Connected service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes WiFi hotspot.
* JBL® is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.
* Requires compatible smartphone. Operability depends on network availability, a cellular connection and GPS signal. Services subject to change at any time without notice. Data charges may apply. To learn more, go to https://www.toyota.com/connected-services/. To learn more about Toyota's Connected Services data collection, use, sharing and retention practices, please visit https://www.toyota.com/support/privacy-notice/. Apple CarPlay® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
* Compatible Android 8.0+ phone, compatible active data plan, and Android Auto app required. Operability depends on network availability, a cellular connection and GPS signal. To use Android Auto on your car display, you’ll need an Android phone running Android 8 or higher, an active data plan, and the Android Auto app. Services subject to change at any time without notice. Data charges may apply. To learn more, go to https://www.toyota.com/audio-multimedia/. To learn more about Toyota’s Connected Services data collection, use, sharing and retention practices, please visit https://www.toyota.com/support/privacy-notice/.
* The Panoramic View Monitor does not provide a comprehensive view of the area surrounding your vehicle. Look around to confirm clearance. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.
Requires automatic transmission.
Only available with 2.7L EcoBoost and the 3.0L V6 EcoBoost engine with automatic transmission option.
1-Pedal Drive is an extra driving aid. It does not replace the driver’s attention and judgment, or the need to apply the brakes. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
Driver-assist features are supplemental and do not replace the driver's attention, judgment and need to control the vehicle. It does not replace safe driving. See Owner's Manual for details and limitations.
Lane-Keeping System does not control steering