JEEP GLADIATOR

Engine: 3.6L Pentastar V6 (DOHC, naturally aspirated)

• Horsepower: 285 hp @ 6,400 RPM
• Torque: 260 lb-ft (352 Nm) @ 4,400 RPM
• Fuel type: Regular unleaded petrol
• Fuel economy: 17 city / 22 highway / 19 combined MPG (13.8 / 10.7 / 12.4 L/100km)
• Fuel tank: 22 gallons (83.3 litres)

Transmission: 8-speed automatic with sequential shift control (standard on all trims)

Drivetrain: Command-Trac 4x4 (Sport, Sport S, Willys, Sahara) or Rock-Trac 4x4 (Rubicon, Rubicon X) or Desert-Rated 4x4 (Mojave, Mojave X)

• 2-speed transfer case with 2H, 4H, 4L modes
• Electronic front sway bar disconnect (Rubicon/Rubicon X)
• Electronically disconnecting front sway bar (Mojave/Mojave X)
• Tru-Lok front and rear axle lockers (Rubicon/Rubicon X)

Sport 3.6L V6

Entry-level trim. Standard features include: 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, 8-speaker audio, LED headlights and fog lights, Command-Trac 4x4, 17-inch aluminum wheels, cloth seats, 6-way manual driver seat, full power accessories.

Sport S 3.6L V6

Adds over Sport: additional tech content, body-color accents, enhanced connectivity features, heated mirrors, 7-inch digital cluster.

Willys 3.6L V6

Off-road focused. Adds: Hydro-Guide intake, heavy-duty rock rails, 2-inch lift, 33-inch mud-terrain tires (LT255/75R17), Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential, black exterior accents, Willys-specific badging. Available in '41 Exterior olive color.

Sahara 3.6L V6

Luxury-oriented. Adds: power heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate, premium leather-wrapped steering wheel, body-color fender flares and bumper accents, 18-inch polished aluminum wheels, Uconnect 5 NAV with live traffic, remote start.

Rubicon 3.6L V6

Premium off-road. Adds: Rock-Trac HD 4x4 with 4:1 transfer case, Tru-Lok electric front and rear axle lockers, front sway bar disconnect, 33-inch all-terrain tires (LT285/70R17), rock rails, steel front bumper with integrated winch provision, skid plates (front suspension/fuel tank/transfer case), red tow hooks.

Mojave 3.6L V6

Desert Rated performance. Adds: Fox internal bypass shock absorbers (front and rear), front hydraulic jounce bumpers, unique 1-inch front lift, 33-inch all-terrain tires, Desert Rated badge, desert-specific suspension tuning, 17-inch aluminum wheels.

Rubicon X 3.6L V6

Top off-road variant. All Rubicon features plus: factory-installed winch (Warn), rock rails, premium interior with heated/ventilated leather seats, digital cluster, remote start, premium audio system, navigation.

Mojave X 3.6L V6

Top desert performance variant. All Mojave features plus: premium interior package, heated/ventilated seats, leather trim, digital cluster, remote start.

Exterior Dimensions

• Length: 218 inches (5,537 mm)
• Width (body): 73.8 inches (1,875 mm)
• Height: 76.1 inches (1,933 mm) — varies slightly by trim/roof
• Wheelbase: 137.3 inches (3,487 mm)
• Ground clearance: 11.1 inches (282 mm) — Sport/Sport S
• Ground clearance: 11.1 inches (282 mm) — Rubicon; 9.3 inches — Sahara
• Approach angle: 43.6° (Rubicon) / 41.0° (Sport)
• Breakover angle: 20.3° (Rubicon)
• Departure angle: 26.0° (Rubicon)

Cargo & Bed

• Pickup bed length: 60.3 inches (1,532 mm)
• Bed width (min): 44.8 inches (1,138 mm)
• Bed width (max): 56.8 inches (1,443 mm)
• Bed depth: 33.9 inches (861 mm)
• Bed cargo volume: 35.5 cu ft

Weight

• Curb weight: 4,650 lbs (2,109 kg) — Sport; 5,031 lbs (2,282 kg) — Rubicon
• GVWR: 6,250 lbs (2,835 kg) max
• Maximum towing capacity: 7,700 lbs (3,493 kg)
• Maximum payload: 1,720 lbs (780 kg) — Sport S 4x4
• GCWR: 12,850 lbs (5,829 kg)

Interior Dimensions

• Seating capacity: 5
• Passenger volume: 103 cu ft
• Front legroom: 41.2 inches (1,047 mm)
• Rear legroom: 38.3 inches (973 mm)
• Front headroom: 42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
• Rear headroom: 42.8 inches (1,087 mm)

Available on all trims

• Bright White Clear-Coat (PW7) — Pearl white
• Hydro Blue Pearl-Coat (PBJ) — Vivid blue
• Anvil Clear-Coat (PAU) — Dark silver-gray
• Black Clear-Coat (PX8) — Gloss black
• Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat (PAG) — Gunmetal gray

Available on Willys and above

• '41 Exterior (AYB) — Military-inspired olive green, exclusive to Willys '41 edition

Available on Willys, Sahara, Rubicon, Mojave, Rubicon X, Mojave X

• Mojito! (PGM) — Bright lime green, new for 2026
• Reign (PRV) — Deep purple, new for 2026

Note: Sport and Sport S are limited to 6 colors. Upper trims offer up to 8 colors.

Uconnect 5 Infotainment System (standard across all 2026 Gladiator trims)

• 12.3-inch capacitive touchscreen (largest standard screen in class)
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (wireless capable)
• 4 USB-A ports + 3 USB-C ports (most in class)
• Bluetooth hands-free calling and audio streaming
• SiriusXM satellite radio capability
• Over-the-air software updates
• Integrated Off-Road Trail Guides (Segment-exclusive) — includes Jeep Badge of Honor trails
• Jeep Connect via Jeep app for remote vehicle access
• Remote features: Vehicle Finder, Vehicle Health Report, Remote Start (upper trims)

Driver Assistance (available/standard)

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Stop-and-Go
• Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Cross Path Detection (upper trims)
• Forward Collision Warning with Mitigation
• TrailCam Off-Road Camera (optional — shows terrain ahead of front bumper)
• 360-degree surround-view camera (optional)
• Electronic Stability Control with Anti-Rollover
• 4-wheel ABS with Brake Assist

Cluster: Analog gauge cluster standard; 7-inch digital display available (Sport S, Sahara+)

Trail Rated (all variants) — Jeep Trail Rated badge requires certification in Traction, Water Fording, Maneuverability, Articulation, and Ground Clearance.

Water Fording Depth: Up to 31.5 inches (800 mm) — all trims with proper seating designed for fording

Rubicon Specific

• Rock-Trac HD Part-Time 4x4 System: 4:1 low-range transfer case ratio
• Tru-Lok Electric Front and Rear Axle Lockers (max traction on rocks)
• Electronic Front Sway Bar Disconnect (increased articulation — up to 4 inches more suspension travel)
• 43.6° approach angle / 20.3° breakover / 26.0° departure angle
• Full skid plate protection (5 steel skid plates)
• 33-inch BFGoodrich all-terrain tires on 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels

Mojave Specific (Desert Rated)

• Fox 2.0-inch internal bypass shock absorbers (front and rear)
• Front hydraulic jounce bumpers for high-speed desert running
• 1-inch front lift for improved high-speed desert clearance
• Desert Rated badge — only Jeep in lineup with this designation
• High-clearance rock rails

Willys Specific

• Hydro-Guide Intake System (additional water protection)
• 2-inch factory lift
• 33-inch mud-terrain tires (LT255/75R17)
• Trac-Lok limited-slip rear differential
• Off-Road Plus mode

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator leads its class in gas-engine towing capacity.

Towing Capacity: Up to 7,700 lbs (3,493 kg) — maximum achievable with proper configuration Maximum Payload: Up to 1,720 lbs (780 kg) on Sport S 4x4 models GCWR: 12,850 lbs (5,829 kg)

Bed Equipment

• 5-foot steel cargo bed
• 4 integrated tie-down rings
• Sealed, locking bed storage (optional)
• Easy-lift tailgate with counterbalanced assist
• Available spray-in bedliner
• Class IV trailer hitch receiver (7-pin connector) standard

Towing Package Includes: Trailer Sway Control, Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (on equipped trims), Heavy Duty Engine Cooling

Standard Safety Features (all 2026 Gladiator trims)

• Dual-stage front airbags (driver + passenger)
• Seat-mounted side-impact airbags (front)
• Side curtain airbags (1st and 2nd row)
• Front passenger occupancy sensor
• 4-wheel ABS with Brake Assist (Predictive Brake Assist)
• Electronic Stability Control with Anti-Rollover
• Traction Control (ABS + driveline)
• Forward Collision Warning with Active Mitigation
• Hill Start Assist
• Electronic Rollover Mitigation
• LATCH child seat anchors
• Anti-theft immobilizer
• Remote security alarm

Available on upper trims

• Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path Detection
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Stop-and-Go
• ParkSense Rear Park Assist
• Backup Camera (standard all trims)

NHTSA Ratings: Contact Jeep or refer to NHTSA.gov for current crash test ratings. The Gladiator's body-on-frame construction and high-strength steel frame contribute to its structural integrity.

Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles basic; 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain; 5 years/60,000 miles roadside assistance; Corrosion perforation: 5 years/unlimited miles

The 2026 Jeep Gladiator continues the Jeep tradition of open-air freedom Removable Soft Top (standard on Sport/Sport S/Willys)

• Manual folding soft top
• Full sun and weather protection when closed
• Multiple configurations: full closed, full open, half open

Hard Top (available)

• Optional Freedom Top 3-piece modular hardtop
• Front panels can be removed independently
• Rear section folds or removes for cargo access

Doors: All 4 doors are removable (tool-free with 2026's new quick-release door hinge system)

• New for 2026: quick-release door hinges eliminate need for tools
• Doors store upright for easy off-vehicle storage

Windshield: Folds flat for full open-air experience

• Compatible with Safari Bar or roll bar accessories

Interior Weather Protection: Front seats rated for water exposure, sealed floor drains