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Which is right for you, the 2021 Ford Bronco or the Ford Edge? Our comparison guide is here to help you choose between Ford’s off-road-ready midsize SUV, the Bronco, and the Edge, the automaker’s classic midsize crossover.
Powertrain Options
The 2021 Ford Bronco is ready for your next adventure. Both of its engine options — a 300-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder and 330-horsepower V6 — will take you just about anywhere you want to go. The Bronco can even take a small boat along for the ride, with max tow ratings of 3,500 pounds.
- Standard 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (300 hp, 325 lb.-ft.)
- Standard seven-speed manual transmission or optional 10-speed automatic
- Optional turbo 2.7L V6 (330 hp, 415 lb.-ft.), 10-speed automatic only
- Standard four-wheel drive
- Up to 21 mpg combined (20 city/22 highway)
- 3,500 pounds max towing
The Ford Edge, on the other hand, was designed for a smooth, refined, everyday ride. It also offers two engine options, giving you the opportunity to create a speedier performance. All-wheel drive is optional. This traction-boosting system helps you drive safely down icy roads and light trails. Like the Bronco, the Edge can tow up to 3,500 pounds, depending on configuration and equipment.
- Standard 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine (250 hp, 280 lb-ft)
- Standard eight-speed automatic transmission
- Optional 2.7L turbo V6 (335 hp, 380 lb-ft)
- Optional seven-speed automatic transmission
- Up to 24 mpg combined (21 city/29 highway)
- 3,500 pounds max towing
Off-Road Performance
If you’re looking for an off-road cruiser, there’s hardly a better option than the 2021 Ford Bronco. Depending on trim level and equipment, there’s almost nowhere this midsize SUV can’t go. The standard lineup helps you explore new terrain with hill start assist, hill descent control, and Trail Turn Assist technology, which helps the Bronco manage tight turns on the trail. (Note that Trail Turn Assist is only available with the automatic transmission.)
The 2021 Ford Edge wasn’t designed to scale mountains or ford river beds, but it will take you down light trails. Add the Edge’s all-wheel drive system for extra traction on soft surfaces, like sand.
Interior Comfort & Style
Since both the 2021 Ford Bronco and Ford Edge are classified as midsize models, you can expect generous passenger space in their respective cabins. And both Fords offer a variety of trim models, so you can choose the level of luxury that you wish to purchase. Options on both models include leather upholstery, heated seats, and ambient interior lighting.
The Bronco is a convertible SUV, with either a soft or hard top, appealing to drivers who crave the wind in their hair. Every Edge has a roof, but you can brighten up the cabin with the available Panoramic Vista Roof. Its dual panels slide open to let the breeze into the cabin.
Tech Gear
Both models feature the new Sync 4 infotainment system, which improves on the prior system with a faster processor and a 12-inch touchscreen (standard for the Edge and optional for the Bronco). Sync 4 also includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can now access these features without a USB cord.
To help keep you safe, both models include forward collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking. The Edge also comes with the Ford Co-Pilot360 package of safety aids, which helps you spot danger with a blind-spot monitor and a lane-keeping system. These features are optional for the Bronco.
Choose Your Ford SUV
To decide between the 2021 Ford Bronco and Ford Edge, consider where you plan to go and how you plan to get there. For a blend of best-in-class off-road performance and rich interior comfort, choose the 2021 Ford Bronco. If you plan to stick to the trail, the 2021 Ford Edge is a good choice, delivering a smooth everyday drive.