Environmental issues aside, there is currently no direct substitute for a Ford Bronco or Jeep Wrangler. Lockers, 35s, Low range gearbox - a combo that does not exist in the EV world. So for now, we can give you a free pass ;).
(also, no pics of the Bronco??)
So not only did Out of Spec use the wrong EPA mileage for a Highway specific test, they also ignored charging losses. This leads to "Disappointment" headlines when people go in with unrealistic expectations.
Mental gymnastics. Not worth the effort. My R1T also achieves highway MPGe to the number (albeit that was with a RTT over the bed). You guys can rationalize it however you want. We KNOW that the R2 on the highway gets 2.8 mi/kwh which correlates directly to the EPA MPGe rating. It's there for...
Extremely common to do a spacer lift to fit bigger tires. It will make it drive worse, higher center of gravity, suspension/tire angles won't be ideal at ride height affecting traction, over speed bumps you may feel the suspension top out more easily. BUT - 33s yo.
I purchased the seals ages ago and FINALLY installed yesterday. Thanks for the post OP!
Install Observations:
1. I did everything on the Driver door and it's a bit difficult to open/close. It 'pops' with more force when opening.
2. Passenger side, I did everything except the door side L seal...
It's just a smart decision to offer it. They have a huge customer base that likes to go to the mountains in the winter. That rating is the difference between chain carry requirements or not.
Go for it the BMW or the Volvo. That's great to have choice, but my point still stands, that the only reason you are shopping those vehicles is due to limited choices. Or do you believe 4Runner buyers considered a Volvo or BMW gas car first? What about Subaru owners? They shopping BMWs?
Read all 19 pages! Funny stuff, especially all the noise about paint color pricing!
> LE Pricing is attractive, goal is to get you to buy now, not wait on RAP1 and LIDAR. End of 2026, no more LE is my bet (as soon as those other features come online). Premium with all features will be more $...