Base Advanced 2dr 4x4
2022 Ford Bronco

DRUMMOND ISLAND, Mich. – Popping big money for a brand-new, super-capable off-roader and then instantly modifying it isn’t for everybody. For some, though, that might be in your plans, and those folks are exactly who the 2022 Ford Bronco Everglades is for. It’s essentially a Bronco that’s been modified from the factory, but better. You get a lot of extra parts that can be found in some form on the aftermarket, but in this case, they’re integrated with the vehicle in a way that only Ford can offer. Considering the vast majority of Bronco versions already available that offer massive amounts of customization or options, the straightforward nature of the Bronco Everglades is an attractive alternative if you were already thinking of hitting the aftermarket post-purchase. And if you’ve already ordered a Bronco and are worried you should’ve checked the box labeled “Everglades” instead, don’t worry. It’s not too late to change your mind, but read on to see if it would be a good idea.  The single configuration available for the Everglades is a Bronco 4-Door with the 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and 10-speed automatic transmission. Those who want a manual need not apply, and the same applies for anyone hoping for the boosted V6. Ford tells us that it’s offering the Everglades exclusively with the four-cylinder because it offers a higher payload rating, and it’s ironically expecting the Everglades to be popular for overlanding where you want as much payload capacity as possible — that’s also why it’s 4-Door-only. Every Everglades is effectively based upon the Black Diamond trim, which puts it squarely in the middle tier of Bronco variants when it comes to equipment and ultimate off-road capability/usability. Ford ups the Everglade’s cred by making the Sasquatch package standard. As a quick reminder, this includes position-sensitive Bilstein shocks, a higher ride height, locking axles front and rear, 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels wrapped in 35-inch mud-terrain tires, a shorter final drive ratio, Trail-Turn Assist and higher-mounted fender flares for more clearance. Plus, because it builds upon the Black Diamond trim, you get heavy-duty bumpers, full underbody bash plates, rubberized washout flooring, vinyl (washable) seats and the Terrain Management system with seven G.O.A.T. modes. Beyond the Black Diamond goodies and the Sasquatch package, you get a color hardtop, roof rack with safari bars, and the gray grille with glossy black Bronco lettering. Before adding anything specific from the Everglades trim, you’re starting out with an incredibly capable base. Once you tack on the Everglades bits, this Bronco gets even more enticing. The most obvious extra is a unique intake snorkel designed and engineered by Ford. You can change the direction in which it pulls air — forward-facing or rear-facing — to suit the environment, whether that be sand, water or snow. To further improve water fording, the vents for the front and rear axles, transfer case and transmission are raised by 3.4 inches. The snorkel and raised vents increase your maximum wading depth to an impressive 36.4 inches. That’s more than …
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