The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Freewheeling edition stands out—not necessarily for the reasons you’d want. It’s like that one guest at a party who wears neon from head to toe and gets offended when you don’t compliment their “unique” fashion sense. Yes, the Freewheeling is made for the individual who dares to be different, but sometimes, there’s a fine line between trendsetting and just plain tacky.
Let’s start with the exterior. The Freewheeling boasts 17-inch ebony wheels with Race Red painted accents. It’s a look that screams, “I’m here, and you can’t ignore me!” much like a toddler in a tiara. The silver on the door handles, rear trim, and grille, along with red in the letter outlines, create a color combination that’ resembles a Jackson Pollick painting. It’s as if the car is trying to pay homage to the 1979 sunset Bronco but ends up looking like a sunset that’s had one too many.
Inside, the red accents continue their relentless march. There’s a color sway pattern in the seats that might make you feel like you’re in a 90s music video. It’s bold, it’s brash, and it’s everywhere. The real question is, who asked for this?
Underneath the loud exterior, the Bronco Sport rides on the same platform that underpins the compact Escape crossover, and every model has all-wheel drive.
Despite its appearance, the Freewheeling is more than just a pretty (or not-so-pretty) face. It’s equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost® engine and five resilient G.O.A.T. Modes® for various terrains. With a 181-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter three-cylinder as the base engine, a 245-hp turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder is also available. Both pair with an eight-speed automatic transmission, but the more powerful engine brings steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and upgraded cooling components. The performance is there—it’s just wrapped in a package that might make you think twice. The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport with the 1.5L engine is rated at 9.3 L/100 km in the city, 8.4 on the highway, and 8.9 in combined driving. The Badlands with the 2.0L rates 11.1 city, 9.0 highway, and 10.2 combined.
The 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Freewheeling is a car that’s made for someone who doesn’t mind standing out for all the wrong reasons. It’s for the individual who wears socks with sandals and tells you they’re starting a new trend. It’s a statement, alright, but whether it’s the statement you want to make is another matter entirely.
In conclusion, the Freewheeling might not be the best choice for everyone. Its striking graphics and distinctive wheels are a love-it-or-hate-it affair. If you’re the kind of person who enjoys turning heads (and possibly stomachs), then this might be the car for you. But if you prefer your vehicles to be a bit more understated, you might want to steer clear of this one.
So, if you’re a trendy individual with a penchant for the eccentric and a tolerance for judgment, the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport Freewheeling could be your automotive soulmate. Just remember, beauty is in the eye of the beholder—and in this case, the beholder better have their eyes checked.