Jeep Wrangler Is Still Dominating Ford Bronco In Sales War

Earlier this year, we pondered whether Jeep would continue todominate the plug-in hybrid segmentin the USA. Now that we're halfway through the year, the sales charts can finally provide an answer, and it's a solid yes.

根据吉普车今年迄今的累计数据, it sold 99,497 Wranglers. Of those, 10,861 were 4xes, which means the 4xe retains its crown as the best-selling PHEV. Who knew aWranglerof all things would get to wear this particular crown?

The folks over atThe Drivecrunched some numbers and came up with another interesting fact. The Wrangler is currently outselling the Ford Bronco ata ratio of one to 1.81. That's practically two to one!

Wasn't the Bronco supposed to end the Wrangler?

We think the 4xe is the only reason the Wrangler is still relevant. Many people buy it simply as a fashion accessory, so why not get the one with 20 miles of all-electric range?

In every other department, the Bronco wins hands down. The engines are more refined, the off-road driving systems are more advanced, and its on-road manners are at least acceptable. Jeep keeps sticking to the solid front and rear axle recipe to its detriment. The Bronco's steering at least feels as if it's connected to something.

The final nail in the coffin is safety. While it missed a Top Safety Pick Award, theIIHS gave the Bronco five goodsand one adequate in the various safety tests. The Wrangler justrolled over and died.