2021 Jeep Gladiator

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2021 Jeep Gladiator
2021 Jeep Gladiator

Key specs

Base trim shown

Pickup Truck

Body style

19

Combined MPG

5

Seating capacity

218” x 74.1”

Dimensions

Four-wheel drive

Drivetrain

Overview

The good:

  • Rugged styling
  • Removable top and doors, fold-flat windshield
  • Surprisingly good ride quality
  • Unrivaled off-road ability
  • Towing capacity

The bad:

  • Very expensive
  • Floaty on-road handling
  • Wind noise
  • Lots of squat when towing
  • Small cargo box

12 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Notable features

  • New turbo-diesel V-6 engine available
  • Mid-size crew-cab pickup
  • 3.6-liter gas V-6 standard
  • Manual or automatic transmission
  • Four-wheel drive standard
  • Standard convertible top and removable doors
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2021 Jeep Gladiator review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

The 2021 Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size crew-cab pickup truck with room for up to five people. Its standard engine is a 285-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 that works with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission. The newly available turbo-diesel V-6, meanwhile, teams with an eight-speed automatic. Part-time four-wheel drive is standard, and competitors include the Ford Ranger, GMC Canyon and Toyota Tacoma.

What’s New on the 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

The newly available turbo-diesel 3.0-liter V-6 makes 260 hp and 442 pounds-feet of torque and gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined — 5 mpg more than the gas V-6. Full-time four-wheel drive is available, and the Overland trim level can now have a forward-facing off-road camera. The Sport trim, meanwhile, can now have LED headlights and foglights. There’s also a new 80th Anniversary Edition with unique appearance cues, and a Willys model with a limited-slip differential, rock rails and Mud-Terrain tires.   

Which Features in the 2021 Jeep Gladiator Are Most Important?

Standard features include: 

  • Folding soft-top
  • Fold-down windshield
  • Removable doors
  • Air conditioning
  • Push-button start
  • Cloth seats
  • Cruise control

Available features include: 

  • Three-piece hard top
  • Spray-in bedliner
  • Household power outlet in cargo box
  • Adjustable cargo tie-downs
  • Power locks, mirrors and windows
  • Remote start
  • Leather-trimmed seats
  • Heated front seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Alpine premium stereo
  • 7- or 8.4-inch touchscreen multimedia system
  • Blind spot warning
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Automatic emergency braking

2021 Jeep Gladiator Vs. 2021 Ford Ranger: How Do They Compare?

The Ford Ranger is powered by a stout turbocharged four-cylinder engine that makes 270 hp, and the truck can tow up to 7,500 pounds — slightly less than the Gladiator’s 7,650-pound maximum — when properly equipped. The two trucks both boast user-friendly touchscreen multimedia systems, but the Ranger’s interior looks dated compared with the Gladiator’s. The Gladiator’s diesel engine gives the Jeep a slight fuel-economy edge, but if you’re only interested in gas power, the Ranger comes out ahead. 

Should I Buy the 2021 Jeep Gladiator?

The Jeep Gladiator is a unique entrant in the mid-size pickup truck class. The off-road Rubicon version has the rock-crawling ability of a muscled-up mountain goat, but the Gladiator’s poor straight-line tracking is a problem when driving on paved surfaces. It’s also pricey. 

Consumer reviews

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior design 4.9
  • Performance 4.9
  • Value for the money 4.6
  • Exterior styling 4.9
  • Reliability 4.9

Most recent consumer reviews

5.0

mojave

I have a jeep gladiator mojave, 2021, great vehicle , the best i have ever owned, great for offroading and the suspension is great, designed for higher speed offroading and it does a great jjob at this and just regular off roading. also fun just to drive around town. Highly recommend this vehicle, i also love the xtras, led lights, safety features, (blind spot and ADC, etc), aux swithes . This just a great vehicle.

3.0

Serious Suspension Problem

I would rate the Jeep with higher ratings but I have had very concerning suspension problems at freeway speeds: On rough or uneven pavement the Jeep shutters / shakes at a point where the Jeep is not easy to control: In fact on two occasions, the Jeep crossed lanes: Unable to make contact with MOPAR as there web site sucks: Finally did reach a rep by phone: I need to bring it in for diagnosis: A test drive most likely will duplicate this problem as it comes and goes: Unless Jeep can rectify the problem, I will turn it back in as it is not safe to drive!!

5.0

Definitely a fan!

I bought my 2021 Overland new. I love it!!! It is fun to drive. Handles well in the snow. This is a well made vehicle. I love the leather seating. The best heated seats and steering wheel I have owned. I’m definitely a fan!!

See all 59 consumer reviews

Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Jeep
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion
60 months/unlimited distance
Powertrain
60 months/60,000 miles
Maintenance
36 months/unlimited distance
Roadside assistance
60 months/60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
5 model years or newer/less than 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
3 months/3,000 miles
Powertrain
7 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required
125-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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