2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs 2025 Ford Bronco

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport was designed to project a sportier image within the Range Rover lineup. Its tall stance was complemented by a shorter wheelbase and a chopped top, giving it a more athletic appearance compared to the traditional Range Rover. The large front air intakes and faux vents on the hood and fenders added to its sporty look, although from certain angles, it appeared a bit too tall and narrow. The SV Edition Two trim, which we tested, was the pinnacle of performance in the Range Rover family, featuring unique elements like 23-inch carbon-fibre wheels and a carbon-fibre hood. Despite its subtle exterior, the interior was luxurious, with red leather upholstery and sport seats featuring illuminated inserts. The minimalist dashboard design, however, made the front seats feel somewhat cramped.

The 2025 Ford Bronco successfully evoked the classic 1960s Bronco while maintaining a modern aesthetic. Its boxy design was softened with rounded corners, and the wide, horizontal shapes were particularly striking from the front. The Bronco offered multiple top options, including removable soft and hard tops, and doors for an open-air experience. The Sasquatch package enhanced its off-road capabilities with features like 35-inch all-terrain tires and upgraded suspension. The Bronco lineup included seven versions, with the high-performance Raptor boasting additional power and off-road modifications. Our test of the Big Bend model, equipped with the Sasquatch package, revealed a vehicle that was both visually appealing and capable, finished in a striking Velocity Blue Metallic.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offered a range of powertrains, all paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard 4WD. The base Dynamic SE model featured a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six engine with 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. A plug-in hybrid variant increased output to 454 hp and 487 lb-ft. The Autobiography trim offered a more powerful plug-in hybrid with 543 hp and 590 lb-ft. A BMW-sourced twin-turbo 4.4-litre V8, producing 523 hp and 553 lb-ft, was available for the Dynamic SE and Autobiography models. The SV Edition Two pushed the V8 to 626 hp, making it the most powerful Range Rover ever. It could accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and had a top speed of 290 km/h. The Range Rover Sport excelled in both on-road performance and off-road capability, with features like Terrain Response and air suspension enhancing its versatility.

The 2025 Ford Bronco offered two main engines, with the Raptor featuring a unique, more powerful option. The base 2.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivered 300 hp and 325 lb-ft of torque, while the optional 2.7-litre EcoBoost V6 increased output to 330 hp and 415 lb-ft. The Bronco Raptor boasted a higher towing capacity of 2,040 kg. Our test vehicle had a seven-speed manual transmission, with a 10-speed automatic available on higher trims. The Sasquatch package significantly improved off-road performance with features like locking differentials and large tires. All models came with 4WD and a two-speed transfer case, with advanced systems available on higher trims. The Bronco's independent front suspension provided a comfortable ride on tarmac, while its off-road capabilities were enhanced by features like the G.O.A.T. modes.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport was positioned between the Velar and the full-size Range Rover, offering a midsize two-row, five-seater configuration. While it provided ample headroom, competitors like the Acura MDX and Audi Q7 offered more legroom. The cargo space was substantial, with 835 litres behind the second row and 1,860 litres with seats folded, though less than some rivals. The Sport's towing capacity was competitive, with turbo-six and V8 models rated at 3,500 kg. The interior featured deep door pockets and large cupholders, while the air suspension's "access height" setting facilitated loading and unloading.

The 2025 Ford Bronco offered spacious interiors, especially in the four-door variant, which provided easier access to the rear seats. The Sasquatch package's high ground clearance required a step up into the cabin, with optional steps available. The two-door Bronco offered 634 litres of cargo space, expandable to 1,509 litres with seats folded. The four-door version increased cargo capacity to 1,084 litres with seats up and 2,350 litres with seats folded. The Bronco featured numerous storage solutions, including MOLLE mounting points and netted pockets. The four-door model also introduced dedicated rear air conditioning vents and improved insulation for reduced road noise.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport featured a 13.7-inch digital instrument cluster and a 13.1-inch touchscreen for infotainment, with standard wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa integration. The minimalist design, while visually appealing, limited physical controls, making some functions less intuitive. The Pivi Pro infotainment system was responsive, with natural-language voice recognition. The SV Edition Two included "Body and Soul Seats" with embedded transducers for a unique audio experience, though it felt somewhat gimmicky.

The 2025 Ford Bronco came standard with a 12-inch touchscreen running Sync 4 software, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A seven-speaker audio system was standard, with a Bang & Olufsen upgrade available on higher trims. A second 12-inch screen served as a digital gauge cluster, customizable with various modes. The Bronco featured five G.O.A.T. modes, with additional modes available on higher trims. The digital cluster displayed animations for each mode, enhancing the driving experience.

The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Sport included standard driver-assist features like automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and more. A 360-degree camera system and digital rearview mirror aided parking, though parking sensors were overly sensitive. Safety ratings from IIHS and NHTSA were not available at the time of writing.

The 2025 Ford Bronco offered the Co-Pilot360 safety suite starting with the Big Bend trim, including features like blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control. Post-collision braking and hill start assist were standard across all models. The IIHS awarded the Bronco top "Good" ratings in several crash tests, though its headlights received a "Marginal" rating. NHTSA ratings included four stars for frontal crash safety and three stars for rollover testing.