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Jeep Gladiator
MotorTrend says the 2026 Gladiator carries over the same towing and payload capacities as last year, with a maximum towing rating of 7,700 lbs and a top payload of 1,725 lbs, and that the new 2026 Jeep Gladiator Rewind applies a neon-soaked, 'mixtape-era' nostalgia to Jeep's pickup, offering a variety of upgrades to suit different needs. Car and Driver says the Willys name is sacred to Jeep enthusiasts, and the Gladiator gets a special Gladiator Willys '41 Buzz model for 2026. Car and Driver's 2024 test of the Gladiator Mojave notes that Toyota jumped into action with the TRD Pro Tacoma, Jeep launched the Gladiator Mojave in 2020, Ram busted out the 1500 TRX shortly thereafter, and Chevrolet served up the ZR2 Bison, and boom, factory-direct, high-speed desert-running pickups were suddenly and inexplicably a genuine automotive segment.
Same towing, a new nostalgia trim
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Gladiator carries over the same towing and payload capacities as last year, with a maximum towing rating of 7,700 lbs and a top payload of 1,725 lbs, and that the new 2026 Jeep Gladiator Rewind applies a neon-soaked, 'mixtape-era' nostalgia to Jeep's pickup, offering a variety of upgrades to suit different needs.
A special Willys edition
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Willys name is sacred to Jeep enthusiasts, and the Gladiator gets a special Gladiator Willys '41 Buzz model for 2026.
How the desert-racing pickup segment began
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Toyota jumped into action with the TRD Pro Tacoma, Jeep launched the Gladiator Mojave in 2020, Ram busted out the 1500 TRX shortly thereafter, and Chevrolet served up the ZR2 Bison, and boom, factory-direct, high-speed desert-running pickups were suddenly and inexplicably a genuine automotive segment.
Questions buyers ask
How much can the Jeep Gladiator tow?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says a maximum of 7,700 lbs, unchanged from last year.
What is the Jeep Gladiator Rewind?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says a new 2026 trim applying neon-soaked, 'mixtape-era' nostalgia to the pickup.
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The 2027 Jeep Gladiator is built around 3.6L V6, rated at 285 horsepower across its midsize pickup body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2027 U.S. lineup has 9 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2027 Jeep Gladiator is published to tow is up to 7,700 lb.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2027 Gladiator.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2027 Jeep Gladiator
Every Gladiator shares the 285-horsepower 3.6L V6; towing tops out at 7,700 lb on Sport but drops to 7,000 lb on Rubicon due to its off-road gearing and hardware. MY2027 is a mechanical carryover (a full redesign is expected for MY2028) with one new military-heritage special edition added.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
3 indexed Jeep Gladiator model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 Jeep Gladiator | 2027 record → | |
| 2026 Jeep Gladiator | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Jeep Gladiator | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Jeep Gladiator.
The Jeep Gladiator is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured by the Jeep division of Stellantis North America (formerly FCA US). It was introduced at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show on November 28, 2018, and went on sale in the spring of 2019 as a 2020 model.
- Features and trims
- The Gladiator is available in Sport, Sport S, Overland (until 2023), Willys Sport, Willys (from 2021), limited edition Freedom, Mojave, and Rubicon trim levels. For 2020, and again in 2023, a limited edition High Altitude trim level was offered, as the most expensive Gladiator model. From 2024, there are new top-of-the-line Mojave X and Rubicon X models.
- Safety
- The Gladiator has most of the safety features that are also in the Wrangler JL, including forward-collision warning with active braking and adaptive cruise control. The Jeep Active Safety Group and Jeep Advanced Active Safety Group are both available on all models except for the base Sport, and are included on the Rubicon Launch Edition.
- Recalls and problems
- On September 13, 2019, FCA announced a recall for the 2020 Jeep Gladiator JT, with approximately 3,427 total Gladiators affected. The Dana Corporation, which manufactures the rear driveshaft for the Gladiator, may have assembled the rear axle monoblocks without grease, which could lead to the potential fracture of the rear driveshaft, leading to a sudden loss of power.
- Powertrain
- At launch, the sole engine on the Jeep Gladiator was the 3.6 L Pentastar gasoline V6 engine with Variable Valve Timing, producing 285 hp (213 kW; 289 PS) and 260 lb⋅ft of torque.
- Interior
- Unique features on the Gladiator include a flat rear load floor for carrying longer and taller items inside the truck's interior.
- Marketing
- The introduction video at the Los Angeles Auto Show used a sound clip from the 2000 film Gladiator, showing the original Jeep Gladiator telling the new model that it "needed to win the crowd", just before the formal introduction of the new model.
- Special editions
- Jeep celebrated the launch of the Gladiator with the limited-edition Rubicon Launch Edition model. Available by preorder through a special website, and only on April 4, 2019 (Jeep 4X4 Day), the Rubicon Launch Edition is based on the top-of-the-line Rubicon trim level and includes all available options on that trim level with no additional options available.
Source: Jeep Gladiator (JT) (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Jeep Gladiator at a glance
- Production
- April 2019–present
- Model years
- 2020–present
- Assembly
- United States: Toledo, Ohio (Toledo Complex)
- Class
- Mid-size pickup truck
- Body style
- 4-door pickup truck with removable roof and doors
- Layout
- Front-engine, four-wheel-drive
- Engine
- 3.6 L Chrysler Pentastar engine#3.6L, Pentastar V6 engine, V6 (Petrol engine, gasoline), 3.0 L EcoDiesel V6 engine, V6 Turbodiesel, turbo (Diesel engine, diesel)
- Transmission
- 6-speed Aisin AL6 (D478) manual, 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic
- Wheelbase
- 137.3 in
- Length
- 218.0 in
- Width
- 73.8 in
- Height
- 73.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4650 lb
- Predecessor
- Jeep CJ-10, Jeep Comanche
- Related models
- Jeep Wrangler (JL)
- Designer
- Taylor Langhals
- Also called
- Jeep JT (Mexico)
Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)
- August 2026, Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In… Consequence: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- July 2026, Wheels. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The walls for the steel wheels may be too thin, allowing them to crack or detach, which can result in a loss of vehicle control. Consequence: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
- June 2026, Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump. Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Jeep Wrangler, Wrangler 4XE, and Jeep Gladiator vehicles. The electric hydraulic power steering pump wiring may overheat and cause a vehicle fire, even when the vehicle is parked with the ignition in the "Off"… Consequence: A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
Owners filed 15 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Jeep Gladiator, most often about unknown or other (4), electrical system (4), fuel/propulsion system (3).
Year by year
The Jeep Gladiator across 7 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Jeep Gladiator | 19 | $3,400 | 1 | ||
| 2026 Jeep Gladiator | 19 | $3,300 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2025 Jeep Gladiator | 19 | $3,300 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| 2024 Jeep Gladiator | 18–19 | $3,300–$3,450 | 2 | 2 | 23 |
| 2023 Jeep Gladiator | 19–24 | $3,300–$3,750 | 4 | 6 | 55 |
| 2022 Jeep Gladiator | 19–24 | $3,300–$3,750 | 4 | 8 | 115 |
| 2021 Jeep Gladiator | 19–24 | $3,300–$3,750 | 4 | 8 | 289 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Jeep Gladiator, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 to 2025 | 2 to 1 | 18.5 to 19.0 | Transmissions: Manual 6-spd | |
| 2023 to 2024 | 4 to 2 | 21.5 to 18.5 | Labels: Gladiator EcoDiesel 4WD, Gladiator Rubic EcoDiesel 4WD; Engines: 3L 6-cyl; Fuels: Diesel | |
| 2021 to 2022 | Labels: Gladiator Rubic EcoDiesel 4WD | Labels: Gladiator Rubicon EcoDiesel 4WD |
Buying used
What the Jeep Gladiator recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | wheels; back over prevention (sensing system) | None |
| 2025 | 1 | steering (hydraulic power assist) | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2024 | 2 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); steering (hydraulic power assist) | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2023 | 6 | power train (clutch assembly); fuel system, diesel (delivery); power train (manual transmission); 3 more | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2022 | 8 | power train (automatic transmission); seat belts (pretensioner); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); 5 more | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
| 2021 | 8 | power train (clutch assembly); back over prevention (display function); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); 4 more | 1 stop-driving or park-outside |
Recalls that told owners to stop driving or park outside
- 2021, campaign 26V-363 (Jun 2026): steering (hydraulic power assist). A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
- 2022, campaign 26V-363 (Jun 2026): steering (hydraulic power assist). A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
- 2023, campaign 26V-363 (Jun 2026): steering (hydraulic power assist). A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
- 2024, campaign 26V-363 (Jun 2026): steering (hydraulic power assist). A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
- 2025, campaign 26V-363 (Jun 2026): steering (hydraulic power assist). A vehicle fire increases the risk of injury.
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering | 146 | 29% | 2021 (94) |
| electrical system | 104 | 21% | 2021 (45) |
| power train | 101 | 20% | 2021 (70) |
| engine | 83 | 17% | 2021 (53) |
| suspension | 73 | 15% | 2021 (41) |
| unknown or other | 50 | 10% | 2021 (28) |
Trim by trim
Every 2027 Jeep Gladiator trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sport S | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 4,695 | – | 19 | $44,590 |
| Willys | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 4,860 | – | 19 | $49,340 |
| Sahara | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 4,695 | – | 19 | $50,310 |
| Sport RHD | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 4,695 | – | 19 | $51,495 |
| Rewind | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 4,695 | – | 19 | $53,435 |
| Rubicon | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 5,069 | – | 19 | $57,510 |
| Mojave | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 5,042 | – | 19 | $59,605 |
| Mojave X | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 5,042 | – | 19 | $64,605 |
| Rubicon X | 4WD | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 260 | 5,069 | – | 19 | $65,435 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2027 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Jeep Gladiator model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 9 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,695–5,069 | – | 22 |
| 2026 | 12 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,695–5,069 | – | 22 |
| 2025 | 11 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,662–5,031 | – | 22 |
| 2024 | 11 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,640–5,009 | 7,700 | 22 |
| 2023 | 11 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) / 3.0-liter V6 (Turbo Diesel) | 260–285 | 4,650–5,072 | 6,500–7,650 | 18.3–22 |
| 2022 | 10 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,650–5,050 | 4,000–6,000 | 22 |
| 2021 | 12 | 3.6-liter V6 (VVT) | 285 | 4,650–5,050 | 4,000–6,000 | 22 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Jeep Gladiator.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2026 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2025 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2024 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2023 | – | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2022 | – | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
| 2021 | 0W-20 | DOT 3 | 130 lb-ft | R-1234yf | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Jeep Gladiator: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
Fewer recalls than this model’s own average
- 2025 Jeep Gladiator : 1 recall on file (average across published years is 4.9).
More recalls than this model’s own average
- 2022 Jeep Gladiator : 8 recalls on file, most commonly affecting powertrain and fuel system.
- 2021 Jeep Gladiator : 8 recalls on file, most commonly affecting powertrain and fuel system.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | not available | wheels, backup camera |
| 2025 | 1 | 15 | steering |
| 2024 | 2 | 23 | electrical system, steering |
| 2023 | 6 | 55 | powertrain, fuel system, airbags, electrical system |
| 2022 | 8 | 115 | powertrain, fuel system, seat belts, electrical system |
| 2021 | 8 | 289 | powertrain, fuel system, backup camera, electrical system |
| 2020 | 7 | 481 | powertrain, seat belts, backup camera, electrical system |
| 2019 | 0 | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Jeep Gladiator model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Jeep Gladiator?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2025 carried fewer recalls than this model's own average, while 2022, 2021 carried more. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Jeep Gladiator model years should I watch for recalls?
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator has 8 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting powertrain, fuel system, seat belts; The 2021 Jeep Gladiator has 8 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting powertrain, fuel system, backup camera. Always confirm the open/completed status of every campaign for the specific VIN: a recall on this list may already be repaired on the vehicle in front of you.
Q03Which Jeep Gladiator model years have the cleanest federal recall record?
The 2025 Jeep Gladiator has 1 recall on file: below this model's own average of 4.9. A shorter list on file as of this page's data pull is not a guarantee against a future recall.
Q04What are common recall-related problems on the Jeep Gladiator by model year?
2026: wheels, backup camera. 2025: steering. 2024: electrical system, steering. 2023: powertrain, fuel system, airbags, electrical system. 2022: powertrain, fuel system, seat belts, electrical system. 2021: powertrain, fuel system, backup camera, electrical system.
Q05Why do some Jeep Gladiator model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Jeep Gladiator model year 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Transmission and drivetrain, Buying, records and recalls, Climate and electrical, Engine and cooling, Brakes, tires and steering.
2022 Jeep Gladiator owners specifically: see Transmission and drivetrain and Engine and cooling and Buying, records and recalls and Climate and electrical.
2021 Jeep Gladiator owners specifically: see Transmission and drivetrain and Engine and cooling and Climate and electrical.
Compared with
Models this Jeep Gladiator is most often compared with.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2027 Gladiator come in?
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator (midsize pickup) comes in 9 trims: Sport, Nighthawk, Sport S, Willys, Mojave, Rubicon, Mojave X, Rubicon X, Sarge.
Q02What are the 2027 Gladiator trims?
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator trims are Sport, Nighthawk, Sport S, Willys, Mojave, Rubicon, Mojave X, Rubicon X, Sarge, listed from the entry Sport up to the top Sarge.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2027 Gladiator use?
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator is built around 3.6L V6, rated at 285 horsepower across its midsize pickup body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2027 Gladiator have?
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator is rated at 285 horsepower (3.6L V6).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2027 Gladiator?
The 2027 Jeep Gladiator is offered with Standard 4x4.