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2023 Jeep Gladiator review

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Pros

  • All-terrain capability, especially Mojave and Rubicon trims
  • Spacious second row
  • Available as a convertible

Cons

  • Suspension is bumpy and jiggly
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Steering feel suffers in off-road trims

Mileage (EPA estimate)

16 city, 22 highway, 19 combined

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From $28,998 - $38,998*

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The Jeep Gladiator has the heart of the Wrangler SUV and the cargo bed of a midsize pickup truck

The adventure-seeking 2023 Jeep Gladiator competes among midsize pickup trucks such as the Chevrolet Colorado, Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger, and Toyota Tacoma. Yet, the Gladiator is very much its own distinct beast in many ways. How many pickup trucks have extreme rock-crawling ability and let you remove the doors and lower the top? Only the Ford Bronco SUV and Jeep’s own Wrangler come close to matching the Gladiator’s spirit.

For the 2023 model year, Jeep offers the Freedom package on the Sport S trim. It includes rock rails, a winch-capable steel front bumper, LED headlights, leather seating, and black-painted alloys.

The Gladiator is generally fine for driving, though the solid front and rear axles can get the suspension jiggling over imperfect surfaces. The vague steering feel is good for off-road, but around town the constant steering corrections can be tiresome. The standard 285-horsepower V6 gets the Gladiator down the road without any trouble and offers an EPA-estimated 19 mpg combined, while the available 260-hp turbodiesel V6 delivers an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined score. Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov.

All Jeep Gladiator years

Not sure what year to select? Learn about each Jeep Gladiator generation from 2020 to 2026

What is new for the 2023 Jeep Gladiator?

  • Trim Added: Sport Plus Trim for enhanced performance and features.
  • Trim Discontinued: Base Trim removed, consolidating offerings.
  • Standard Equipment on all: Now includes advanced safety features as standard.
  • New Equipment: Updated infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity options.

2023 Jeep Gladiator trims

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Sport:

Willys Sport:

Willy's:

Rubicon:

  • Includes all features available on the Willy's
  • 260-hp, 442-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • Power Mirrors
  • Parking Sensors
  • Navigation System
  • Alpine Sound System
  • Turbo Diesel Engine
  • Power Windows
  • View our Jeep Gladiator Rubicon inventory

High Altitude:

Mojave:

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What We Like

Jeep all-terrain capability: Jeep built its reputation with vehicles that can traverse some of the most grueling terrain. The Gladiator carries on this heritage and can be fitted with a vast array of off-road gear, like rock rails, chunky all-terrain tires, underbody skid plates, winches, and locking front and rear differentials.

Cabin space: The boxy exterior bodes well for passenger space in the first and second row. There is tons of headroom and the view outward is clear and commanding.

Fun-loving design: You have to love a pickup truck that lets you take off the top, remove the doors, and even fold down the windshield. Adventure seekers will love these aspects of the Gladiator, which carry over from the Wrangler SUV.

What Needs Improvement

Not for everyone: The Jeep Gladiator’s unique styling and off-road capability mean that it’s not for everyone. The design and engineering that make it an excellent off-road companion also mean that around town it’s big, bulky, and not particularly comfortable much of the time.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.7 out of 5

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Jeep Gladiator features and specs

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Willys Sport 4D Crew Cab 4WD/AWD

Standard Features

  • Rear View Camera
  • ABS Brakes
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
  • Cruise Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Air Conditioning
  • Tow Hitch
  • Hard Top
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Soft Top
  • Manual Transmission
  • 4WD/AWD
  • Turbo Diesel Engine
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Android Auto
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Apple CarPlay

Optional Features

  • Heated Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Locks
  • Rear Defroster
  • Hard Top
  • Bed Cover
  • Running Boards
  • Soft Top
  • Bed Liner
  • Alpine Sound System
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready

Drive Wheels

Four Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

260

Torque (ft-lbs)

442

Engine type

Turbo Diesel

Fuel capacity

22

Wheelbase

137.3"

Overall length

218"

Width

73.8"

Height

75"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 38.3"

Head room

F 42.8"/R 42.8"

Front tires

LT255/75SR17

Rear tires

LT255/75SR17

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

400/4000 lbs.

Transmission

Manual 6

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2023 Jeep Gladiator Sport S

2023 Jeep Gladiator Sport S

$28,998*57k Miles

Wichita, Kansas

2021 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude

2021 Jeep Gladiator High Altitude

$33,998*35k Miles

Wichita, Kansas

2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport

2022 Jeep Gladiator Sport

$24,998*87k Miles

Merriam, Kansas

2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

2023 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

$38,998*16k Miles

Independence, Missouri

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