Starts at $37,895
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MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. Ordered by price from low to high, here are the versions of the 2024 Jeep Gladiator that you need to be aware of, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
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The base stick-shift Gladiator is good fun unless you really need to accelerate, in which case it doesn't have your back. Remember, the Gladiator is hundreds of pounds heavier than the base Wrangler 2-door with the same powertrain, so while the Wrangler can scoot, the Gladiator feels weighed down. Note that the 4,500-pound towing limit is for the pricier Mojave and Rubicon trims; otherwise, the manual Gladiator is limited to 4,000 pounds.
The automatic transmission makes the Gladiator eligible for the Max Tow package, which also bumps up the maximum payload rating. Thus equipped, the Gladiator is fully competitive with other midsize trucks in terms of towing and payload.
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