Overview

A choice of two great V6 engines makes the 2021 Jeep Gladiator a very popular pickup. A gasoline-fueled 3.6-liter V6 provides up to 285 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque while an optional turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six EcoDiesel offers up to 260 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic sends the power to the 4X4 drivetrain, and the Gladiator can two between 4,000 and 4,500 pounds.

Technology

Blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control with full stop capability, forward collision warning with active braking, and rear cross-traffic detection all help to prevent accidents while driving the Gladiator. The U-Connect System controls onboard entertainment and provides a range of driver aids that you can access via a dash-mounted touchscreen.

Seating for up to five and four doors make the interior reasonably comfortable while a short bed in the back helps to hold more cargo for work duties and weekend getaways. The Gladiator comes with a hardtop and an optional Sunrider that rolls back to let in the sun and outdoor air while cruising the roadways or off-roading.

Awards & Accolades

DoubleClutch magazine recently gave the 2021 Gladiator its “Truck of the Year” award for a second straight year. Editors praised the lengthened Wrangler platform with a truck bed as an established “cult classic” despite only having a short model run so far.