![]() ![]() We would also anticipate pricing to fall just below the maximum threshold for the federal tax credit for clean vehicles, allowing the Bronco PHEV to qualify for the full $7,500 rebate. We expect the Bronco PHEV to launch on the high-volume models-meaning, sorry, there won't be a pluggable Raptor-and in four-door configuration only. Battery size will likely come in at about 18 kWh, which could give the Bronco an all-electric driving range of about 30 miles, depending on trim, tires, and other details. The main elements of a plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) are very similar to a standard hybrid car, in that you have an extra battery and electric motor to support. When driven as a hybrid, the motor and gas engine work. We expect the Bronco PHEV to be powered by the company's 2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4 engine and backed by a 10-speed modular hybrid transmission. In all-electric mode, the plug-in hybrid uses only the electric motor, which is powered by the battery. During the engineering phase, the SUV's front axle mounting location was moved forward approximately 2 inches versus its Ranger platform mate, in part to allow space for the necessary hybrid hardware. ![]() ![]() Ford's full-size Bronco is built on a modified version of the company's T6 platform and was designed from the beginning with hybrid electrification in mind. ![]()
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