2024 Toyota Sequoia vs 2024 Ford Bronco

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia shared its platform with the Tundra pickup, and this connection was evident in its design cues, such as hexagonal grilles, wheel arches, and a muscular stance. The exterior colour significantly influenced its appearance, with the Celestial Silver on the Capstone model giving it a somewhat dated look reminiscent of a "cop car." Inside, the Sequoia closely resembled the Tundra and other Toyota vehicles, featuring a blocky, geometric dashboard layout with physical dials and buttons for climate control and volume. The Capstone trim boasted semi-aniline leather upholstery, while other trims offered SofTex leatherette or standard leather. The Sequoia provided power-adjustable front seats across all trims and a power-tilt and -slide moonroof, enhancing its interior comfort and customization options.

The 2024 Ford Bronco embraced a retro design inspired by the 1960s, with the two-door model capturing the essence more effectively than the four-door. The Sasquatch Package, a popular upgrade, added a suspension lift, 35-inch mud-terrain tires, and other off-roading enhancements, giving the Bronco a rugged and purposeful appearance. The Bronco offered nine trim levels, including the Raptor performance model, and a choice between two-door and four-door body styles. Our test vehicle, a four-door Big Bend trim with the Sasquatch Package, featured Hot Pepper Red paint, LED signature lighting, and a hardtop. While the marine-grade upholstery was durable, it lacked breathability, making it uncomfortable on hot days. The Bronco's interior featured an 8-inch digital instrumentation display and a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system, with grab handles for easy entry due to the suspension lift.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia was exclusively available in a hybrid format, utilizing Toyota's iForce MAX hybrid powertrain. This system combined a twin-turbo V6 engine with an electric motor, delivering 427 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, surpassing its V8 predecessor. The Sequoia's fuel economy improved significantly, achieving 11.7 L/100 km combined with 4WD. It featured a part-time 4WD system with selectable modes and a 10-speed automatic transmission. The SR5 TRD Off-Road model offered adventure-readiness with unique tires, an off-road suspension, and driver-assist features like Crawl Control and hill-descent control. The Sequoia's maximum towing capacity was 4,137 kilograms, with towing-related upgrades available.

The 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend came with a standard turbocharged 2.3-litre EcoBoost four-cylinder engine producing 300 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. It offered a seven-speed manual transmission or a 10-speed automatic. The optional 2.7-litre EcoBoost V6 engine delivered 330 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque, while the Raptor model boasted a 3.0-litre EcoBoost V6 with 418 hp and 440 lb-ft. The Bronco's maximum towing capacity was 1,587 kilograms, with a higher rating for the Raptor. It featured a part-time 4WD system with advanced options and various off-roading technologies, including Trail Control and Trail Turn Assist. The Bronco's fuel economy was less efficient, with the Sasquatch Package affecting highway ratings. During testing, it averaged 13.9 L/100 km, showcasing its off-road prowess but highlighting its need for an electrified option.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia Capstone featured automatic power-deploying running boards, aiding entry for shorter individuals. Inside, it offered a maximum of 2,460 litres of cargo space with both second- and third-row seats folded. The third-row seats, positioned above the hybrid powertrain's battery pack, did not create a flat load floor, affecting headroom and legroom. The Sequoia's second-row captain's chairs were available on higher trims, providing comfort but lacking bolstering. Despite its spaciousness, it fell behind rivals like the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon in terms of legroom.

The 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend Sasquatch lacked optional running boards, making entry more challenging, especially for shorter individuals. Inside, the Bronco was comfortable in both two-door and four-door configurations, with the latter offering more room than a Jeep Wrangler. The marine-grade vinyl upholstery trapped moisture, but cloth seats were available in the Heritage Edition. The Bronco's two-door model had a standard hardtop with removable panels, while the four-door offered a fabric soft top with an optional hardtop. Cargo space varied, with the two-door providing 634 litres and the four-door offering up to 2,350 litres with the rear seats folded.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia Capstone was equipped with a 14-inch centre touchscreen featuring the Toyota Audio Multimedia infotainment system, offering wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The driver information display was a 12.3-inch full-colour unit, and the Panoramic View monitor was standard on higher trims. The Capstone also included a 10-inch colour head-up display and a 14-speaker JBL Premium Audio system, enhancing the overall driving experience.

The 2024 Ford Bronco featured a 12-inch touchscreen Sync 4 infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It included FordPass Connect services, SiriusXM 360L satellite radio, and a seven-speaker stereo system. However, the system experienced connectivity issues with Apple CarPlay and voice recognition. The Bronco Trail App provided access to trail maps and information. The 8-inch digital instrumentation panel required a short learning curve, and the steering wheel controls could be distracting while driving.

The 2024 Toyota Sequoia came standard with the Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) 2.5 suite, including a pre-collision system, lane-departure alert, adaptive cruise control, and road-sign recognition. Front and rear parking sensors with automatic braking and blind-spot monitoring were also standard. The only optional driver aid was a trailer backup guide with Straight-Path Assist, available on higher trims. The Sequoia had not been rated by the IIHS or NHTSA, but the similar Toyota Tundra earned a Top Safety Pick+ designation.

The 2024 Ford Bronco Big Bend included standard safety features like forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and a backup camera. The Mid Package added Ford Co-Pilot360 technologies, including lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Adaptive cruise control and a surround-view camera system were optional. The Bronco received favourable ratings from the IIHS, except for its headlight performance, and had incomplete NHTSA test results.