Ford has officially announced what had been an open secret. The new Ford Bronco will finally arrive in Europe. The very interesting American 4×4 is ready to storm the European market and take on models as relevant as the Jeep Wrangler or the Land Rover Defender. Now, Ford puts conditions on its launch in the Old Continent.
What had been an open secret has ended up being confirmed. Ford has announced the European market launch of its exciting new 4×4 vehicle. The new Ford Bronco coming to Europe. And although the American brand warns that there will be certain limitations in its marketing in the Old Continent, it is undoubtedly fantastic news.
In recent times, the offer of off-road and SUV-type vehicles with a clear 4×4 focus has been significantly reduced as the European automotive industry accelerates its transition to sustainable mobility. Ford It will offer an alternative to models as relevant as the Jeep Wrangler and the Land Rover Defender. However, and unlike these models, the Bronco does not have plug-in hybrid mechanics.
The new Ford Bronco will only be sold in Europe with left-hand drive
Ford has pointed out that the Launch of the new Bronco in Europe will take place in a selection of markets and, what is equally important, a limited number of units will be available. It has not gone into detail about how many units will arrive in European territory. But it is true that this indication is already a warning that it will be quite difficult to achieve.
Another issue that was on the table for about a year has also been confirmed. And it is that there won’t be a right hand drive Bronco. It is a serious blow for the British followers of this model. All Ford SUV units that will land in Europe will do so with left-hand drive.
The company conducted market research in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and South Africa, concluding that there would not be enough demand to make production of a Bronco viable for these markets with a flywheel. right.
The equipment of the new Ford Bronco that will arrive in Europe
At this time, the mechanics with which the new Bronco will be sold in Europe are unknown. Yes, some issues related to equipment have been confirmed. A choice of 17-inch and 18-inch alloy wheels will be available. It will only be available in a four-door body variant. The “nerve center” of the interior will be a huge 12-inch touch screen. A key component to manage the multimedia system. The list of driving assistance systems will be equally extensive.
When will it be available? Ford has confirmed that the new Bronco will arrive in Europe at the end of next year 2023. As the launch date approaches, more details will be given on the proposed offer for the Old Continent.
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