Worst Bronco / Jeep Collisions (Non-Graphic)

Sulley

Feb 08, 2023

I've seen a lot of threads on B6G linking to Bronco wrecks on Copart. This Raptor, for example:

https://www.copart.com/lot/36855433/2023-ford-bronco-raptor-mi-detroit

Shows a lot of front-end damage, but doesn't look like there was any intrusion into the cabin. This Jeep 392, on the other hand, is barely even recognizable after a rollover:

https://www.copart.com/lot/36487353/2023-jeep-wrangler-rubicon-392-fl-tampa-south

Obviously two different types of collisions, but overall looking through this website, Broncos seemed to fair MUCH better than Jeeps did in accidents. I don't want to sound macabre, but what's the worst accident you've been able to find online of a Bronco and/or Jeep? Let's please keep this non-graphic please; e.g. salvage yards or similar only. I am more fascinated by this from the perspective of keeping my family safe than seeing anyone hurt.

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Feb 08, 2023

Jeep Wranglers still have a rollover problem.

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Feb 08, 2023

JoergH
Jeep Wranglers still have a rollover problem.

Yeah, I saw that. To be fair though, that's a base model. A Rubicon has a larger front-end, though it also sits higher.

Feb 08, 2023

Sulley
Yeah, I saw that. To be fair though, that's a base model. A Rubicon has a larger front-end, though it also sits higher.

Here's a side by side comparison with the Bronco.

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ne2000, EZAPAR

Feb 08, 2023

Maybe its just the way the video was edited, but does it not seem like the Jeep's airbags went off too soon, causing more injury to the driver's neck and head.

Feb 08, 2023

Here's another with the larger Sahara, it didn't flip but did take flight for a second. Is there really no side curtain airbag in the rear seat on the Jeep? That kid dummy looked like he whacked the side of the car pretty hard.

Feb 08, 2023

Sulley
Maybe its just the way the video was edited, but does it not seem like the Jeep's airbags went off too soon, causing more injury to the driver's neck and head.

Lack of side curtain doesn't help there either

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Feb 08, 2023

It seems that the solid front axle of the wrangler may be good for climbing over stuff off road but also tries to climb over stuff in a crash.

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Feb 09, 2023

dover157
It seems that the solid front axle of the wrangler may be good for climbing over stuff off road but also tries to climb over stuff in a crash.

The IFS definitely helps the Bronco in a collision. The trade-off is Wranglers have a better RTI off-road, but not by a significant amount. The fact that I can engage front lockers independent of rear lockers, and disconnect my sway bar while articulating are some big advantages that make up for RTI IMO. The Bronco's safety continues to impress me.

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Feb 09, 2023

Sulley
The IFS definitely helps the Bronco in a collision. The trade-off is Wranglers have a better RTI off-road, but not by a significant amount. The fact that I can engage front lockers independent of rear lockers, and disconnect my sway bar while articulating are some big advantages that make up for RTI IMO. The Bronco's safety continues to impress me.

Same, not being able to climb over the biggest obstacles but having a nice ride and handling on the highway and better safety in a crash is an easy trade off for me. And while I may be more likely to break a tie rod I’m less likely to have to deal with death wobble at 20k miles. Plus I have never cared for the looks of wrangler, have nothing negative to say about it, I just think the Bronco is better looking.

22 Black Diamond 2dr non sas w tow and roof rails.

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