Bike model years can be confusing at best. Brands update in the middle of the year and it can be unclear. Our product listings use the most up-to-date information as we possibly can to match the manufacturer's website and general convention if you were to search the web. For the Santa Cruz Bronson…. 2013 - 2015 is the Bronson V1. The original bronson model! What a steed. 2017 - 2018 is the Bronson V2. Upper shock position. 2019 - 2021 is the Bronson V3. It is the first version of the Bronson to have the lower tunnel shock position. The Bronson V3 was produced in Carbon and Alloy during this period. 2022 is the Bronson V4. This is the first Bronson to be produced in an MX (Mixed wheel 29 front 27. 5 rear) configuration for sizes small, medium, large and extra large and 27. 5 wheels on the extra small. 2023 is the second version of the Bronson V4. This is the first version of the Bronson with the Glovebox and small window by the rear shock